Proceeds from the bruising and swelling after surgery

As in the postoperative period to minimize these unpleasant side effects of surgical procedures, such as swelling and bruises? His advice gives an experienced plastic surgeon Dr. Neal Blitz.

"Surgery has long been known some anti-inflammatory properties of fruits and vegetables, the use of which in postoperatively   allows you to fight with bruises and inflammation, - says Dr. Blitz from the US. - We are talking about substances such as bromelain and quercetin, which are available in a variety of pineapples, apples, red onions and some other products.

In addition, bromelain kvertsetinovoy diet, I would recommend the technique, known as RICE. This reduction from the four words Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation (minimum hemorrhaging during surgery, ice, compression, lifting). Specially designed for each patient individually, it decides when and how to apply ice, fixing bandages, etc.

In open abdominal surgery, the surgeon should try to minimize bleeding, leading to a minimum and bruises in postoperatively (remainder). Bandages should not only fix the wound, but also serve as a tourniquet (compression) to prevent a strong inflow of blood. The ice is very effective to deal with swelling bruises, but they need to use extreme caution, as the ice is able to disrupt the blood vessels and cause irreversible damage. In some cases, doctors prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs in the postoperative period.

Almost any surgery results in the formation of bruises and inflammations, it's a normal part of the healing process. Depending on the type of operation, the inflammation and bruising can persist for a long time and be clearly visible. Effective "medicine" against it does not exist, but you can minimize the effects. "

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