Can I eat radishes after rhinoplasty?
Disease description:
I recently had rhinoplasty and my nose is still in the recovery phase. However, I really enjoy eating radishes and would like to know whether it's okay to eat them during the postoperative recovery period. Will it affect the healing of my nose?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
Patients can eat radishes after rhinoplasty, but should pay attention to cooking methods and moderation. After undergoing rhinoplasty, patients should be mindful of their diet and avoid foods that may affect wound healing or trigger inflammation.
Radishes are rich in vitamin C and fiber, which are beneficial to the body. However, radishes are considered a cold-natured food, and excessive consumption may lead to excessive dampness in the body, which is not conducive to wound healing. Additionally, when consuming radishes, it is recommended to choose light cooking methods such as stewing or stir-frying, and avoid eating them raw or chewing excessively, which may affect the recovery of the nose.
Furthermore, patients should maintain a light diet after rhinoplasty and avoid overly spicy or irritating foods such as chili peppers, pepper, and hot pot, to prevent physical discomfort, redness of the wound, or excessive scar formation. Supplementing with moderate amounts of high-quality protein, such as fish, beef, milk, and eggs, can aid in wound healing and recovery. Eating more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as apples, bananas, and oranges, which are rich in vitamin C, can help promote blood circulation and wound healing.
