• For greater peace of mind and comfort of the patient, it is recommended not to remain alone in the house the first night.
• The patient should remain calm for the first 24 hours.
• You should not smoke or consume alcohol.
• The first two days after surgery, the patient will experience dizziness, especially when trying to stand up. It is recommended that you remain seated for a moment before doing so.
• Always try to be accompanied when traveling.
• In case of dizziness, drink a sweet liquid and lie down with your feet elevated.
• On the operated part, apply Cold (wrapping ice in a towel) every hour, for the next 72 hours, for periods of 10 to 15 minutes, being careful not to burn yourself.
• If you feel pain or inflammation, dissolve 3 tablespoons of aluminum sulfate in a liter of warm water, moisten a towel and make compresses for periods of 10 to 15 minutes, 3 or 4 times a day.
• Feeding begins with liquids without gas and in small quantities. If tolerated, continue with broths, gelatin, and soft diet.
• I took painkillers and antibiotics as prescribed. Do not self-medicate.
• Start walking as soon as possible, to stimulate recovery and avoid complications.
• Bathing should be with a towel moistened with hot water and sitting for the first 48 hours.
• Your review appointment will be assigned within the first 72 hours after undergoing surgery. If not, please contact us.
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CARE YOU SHOULD TAKE AFTER SURGERY
- Cirugía Facial
- Cirugía Corporal
- Cirugía Mamaria
- Cirugía Vaginal
LEARN HERE ABOUT THE RECOVERY OF EACH SURGERY
Blepharoplasty
Information
In the recovery process, inflammation around the eye and the appearance of some bruises is normal. In the first hours after the procedure you may experience slight visual discomfort and occasional tearing, symptoms that will gradually disappear as the recovery progresses. Between the fourth and fifth day the stitches are removed and at the end of the first week you can resume your normal activities.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. Wear dark glasses until the stitches are removed.
3. If you feel dry, use artificial tears.
4. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first three days postoperatively.
5. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day.
6. Avoid wearing contact lenses until the stitches are removed.
7. You cannot expose yourself to the sun directly the first month after surgery.
8. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Days of disability
• Patients who live in Medellín: 3 days
• Patients living nationwide: 3 days
• Patients living abroad: 4 days
• The withdrawal of points is done in: 12 days after
Habilidades Clínicas
Rhinoplasty
Information
In most cases, a nasal splint is placed, which will be removed a few days after the procedure; When plugs are placed, they are removed after 48 hours. There will be a slight inflammation of the cheekbones and in some cases the lower eyelids accompanied by bruises that will begin to fade after the fifth day.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. You cannot wear glasses during the first four days postoperatively.
3. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
4. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day.
5. Do not expose yourself to the sun directly and use sun protection during the first three months postoperatively.
6. It is recommended to sleep with the head of the bed at 45°.
7. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Days of disability
• Patients who live in Medellin: 4 days
• Patients living nationwide: 4 days
• Patients living abroad: 5 days
• The withdrawal of points is done in: 12 days after
Mammoplasty
Information
Immediately after the procedure you will begin to wear a post-surgical bra and you must use it permanently during the first month, day and night, and we recommend that you continue using it permanently to sleep for a couple of months.
When the prostheses are placed below the muscle, it is normal for there to be some discomfort during the first month, especially at night when you go to bed. The stitches are removed between postoperative day 12 and 15, but you will be able to resume your daily activities from the third day, avoiding strong exercises and strenuous activities during the first month.
You may present a temporary decrease in nipple sensitivity or hypersensitivity, this generally normalizes after the second week, fluid secretion is normal in the first days and the inflammation begins to decrease after the third or fourth day and from then on gradually during the first month.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first postoperative week.
3. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
4. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day. Maintain normal body hygiene.
5. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Days of disability
• Patients who live in Medellin: 3 days
• Patients living nationwide: 3 days
• Patients living abroad: 5 days
• The withdrawal of points is done in: 8 days later
Mastopexy
Information
We recommend 48 hours of post-mastopexy rest. After a month and a half we can finish the recovery process of the mastopexy with or without implants. After 6 weeks we can end the recovery, and the bruising and swelling of the breasts have resolved.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first postoperative week.
3. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
4. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day.
5. Maintain normal body hygiene.
6. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Days of disability
• Patients who live in Medellin: 3 days
• Patients living nationwide: 3 days
• Patients living abroad: 5 days
• The withdrawal of points is done in: 8 days later.
Breast reduction
Information
Although breast reduction is a very common and safe procedure, it is still a major surgery that involves some recovery time. Patients undergoing surgery should have a clear idea about what to expect during the breast reduction recovery process, so they can be sufficiently prepared for it.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first postoperative week.
3. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
4. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day.
5. Maintain normal body hygiene.
6. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Days of disability
• Patients who live in Medellin: 3 days
• Patients living nationwide: 3 days
• Patients living abroad: 5 days
• The withdrawal of points is done in: 8 days later
Lipoabdominoplasty
Information
The post-surgical belt must be used permanently for two months, then it will be used only at night; During the first 72 hours it is normal for you to have drainage of serous fluid or blood. It is important that you try to walk from the first day of surgery and eat healthily following the eating guide provided by the Surgeon.
You may notice that during the first days of surgery your figure is not what you expected and it is possible that your clothes are tight and you may have to wear looser clothing. This is normal for approximately the first eight (8) days, when the inflammation begins to subside. give in, you can observe rapid loss of measurements and possibly some weight until the fourth postoperative month when this process stops.
Recovery at home
1. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
2. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days. Include red fruits and vegetables in your diet, consume liver and skinless fish.
3. Maintain normal body hygiene. Attend your Drainage or massage sessions as indicated.
4. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription
Abdominoplasty
Information
The post-surgical belt must be used permanently for two months, then it will be used only at night; During the first 72 hours it is normal for you to have drainage of serous fluid or blood. It is important that you try to walk from the first day of surgery and eat healthily following the eating guide provided by the Surgeon.
You may notice that during the first days of surgery your figure is not what you expected and it is possible that your clothes are tight and you may have to wear looser clothing. This is normal for approximately the first eight (8) days, when the inflammation begins to subside. give in, you can observe rapid loss of measurements and possibly some weight until the fourth postoperative month when this process stops.
Recovery at home
1. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
2. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days. Include red fruits and vegetables in your diet, consume liver and skinless fish.
3. Maintain normal body hygiene. Attend your Drainage or massage sessions as indicated.
4. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Habilidades Clínicas
Lipotransfer
Information
The post-surgical belt must be used permanently for two months, then it will be used only at night; During the first 72 hours it is normal for you to have drainage of serous fluid or blood. It is important that you try to walk from the first day of surgery and eat healthily following the eating guide provided by the Surgeon.
You may notice that during the first days of surgery your figure is not what you expected and it is possible that your clothes are tight and you may have to wear looser clothing. This is normal for approximately the first eight (8) days, when the inflammation begins to subside. give in, you can observe rapid loss of measurements and possibly some weight until the fourth postoperative month when this process stops.
Recovery at home
1. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
2. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
3. Include red fruits and vegetables in your diet, consume liver and skinless fish.
4. Maintain normal body hygiene. Attend your Drainage or massage sessions as indicated.
5. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Abdominal lipomarking
Information
The post-surgical belt must be used permanently for two months, then it will be used only at night; During the first 72 hours it is normal for you to have drainage of serous fluid or blood. It is important that you try to walk from the first day of surgery and eat healthily following the eating guide provided by the Surgeon.
You may notice that during the first days of surgery your figure is not what you expected and it is possible that your clothes are tight and you may have to wear looser clothing. This is normal for approximately the first eight (8) days, when the inflammation begins to subside. give in, you can observe rapid loss of measurements and possibly some weight until the fourth postoperative month when this process stops.
Recovery at home
1. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
2. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
3. Include red fruits and vegetables in your diet, consume liver and skinless fish.
4. Maintain normal body hygiene. Attend your Drainage or massage sessions as indicated.
5. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Liposuction
Information
The post-surgical belt must be used permanently for two months, then it will be used only at night; During the first 72 hours it is normal for you to have drainage of serous fluid or blood. It is important that you try to walk from the first day of surgery and eat healthily following the eating guide provided by the Surgeon.
You may notice that during the first days of surgery your figure is not what you expected and it is possible that your clothes are tight and you may have to wear looser clothing. This is normal for approximately the first eight (8) days, when the inflammation begins to subside. give in, you can observe rapid loss of measurements and possibly some weight until the fourth postoperative month when this process stops.
Recovery at home
1. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first week postoperatively.
2. You cannot drive (motorcycle or car) during the first 20 days.
3. Include red fruits and vegetables in your diet, consume liver and skinless fish.
4. Maintain normal body hygiene. Attend your Drainage or massage sessions as indicated.
5. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
Gluteoplasty
Information
Immediately after the procedure you will begin to use a girdle designed for surgery and you must use it permanently for the first month, day and night, and we recommend continuing to use it permanently to sleep for a couple of months. The stitches are removed between postoperative day 10 and 12, but you will be able to resume your daily activities from the tenth day, avoiding strong exercises and strenuous activities during the first month.
During the first weeks you cannot sit and lie face down to avoid discomfort, the inflammation begins to decrease from the third or fourth day and from then on gradually during the first month.
Recovery at home
1. Place cold compresses for the first three days.
2. Avoid activities that require physical effort during the first postoperative week.
3. Place warm compresses after the third postoperative day.
4. Maintain normal body hygiene and good asepsis in the stitch area.
5. Remember that it is essential to attend your post-surgical check-ups with the surgeon on time and take your medications according to the doctor’s prescription.
WARNING SIGNS AFTER SURGERY
DANIEL ANDRÉS CORREA POSADA
Equipo Quirurgico
YOU SHOULD CONSULT THE CLINIC IMMEDIATELY IF:
• Respiratory difficulty.
• Pain that does not respond to analgesics.
• Heavy bleeding.
• Disconnection of the drain that maintains the vacuum over the intervened area.
• Signs of Infection: Heat, redness and/or discharge.
• Increase in the volume of the operated area.
• Alteration in the color of the skin or blisters on it.
• Uncontrollable vomiting.
• Permanent blurred vision.
• Sudden increase in breast volume.
• Body temperature above 38 degrees.
- Cirugía Facial
- Cirugía Corporal
- Cirugía Mamaria
- Cirugía Vaginal
