What are the most important instructions after having an incisional hernia operation and installing a mesh?
If you are one of the people who have undergone an operation to get rid of the hernia problem, you must need instructions after performing a surgical hernia operation and installing a mesh, in order to maintain the results of the operation and to recover properly without complications, and this will mean that you will have to follow the following:
- After the operation, you will have to take the painkillers prescribed by your doctor.
- After the operation, a catheter will be placed inside the bladder and then removed after two days, and you may need to stay in the hospital for a period ranging from 2 to 5 days.
- You should start moving as soon as you feel better, and you should do it every two hours.
- Do exercises to help the lung regain its natural capacity, after consulting a doctor about what is most appropriate for you.
- Do not eat food on the second day of the procedure, but you should eat ice chips, after this period you can eat a diet based on clear liquids.
- Avoid diarrhea or constipation by going to the bathroom at the same time every day, and be sure to use the bathroom after meals.
- Make sure to walk daily.
- Make sure to drink a large amount of water daily, not less than 2 liters.
- Eat foods rich in fiber.
- Shower and clean the wound using warm water, making sure to dry the area gently.
- Eat small amounts of foods even if you don’t feel like eating, and make sure to eat protein and get the right amount of calories.
- Make sure you don’t lift any heavy objects for at least 6 to 8 weeks.
- Do not engage in any kind of activities or sports that require effort.
- Do not drive until two weeks after surgery.
- Conjugal relations should be avoided after surgery and for a period of not less than 3 weeks, or as determined by the attending physician.