Must I change the dressing after hemorrhoid surgery?

It should be changed, and it is best to follow the doctor's instructions. Because of the special position of the wound, it is easy to be stimulated and cause other inflammation. Therefore, we should pay special attention to the nursing of wounds.

Although it is a minor operation, the muscles and tissues in the anus grow slowly. It takes at least one month from the completion of the operation to full recovery. In addition to drug treatment, we should also strengthen the nursing of anus, ensure the cleanliness of anus after defecation, and clean anus with flowing water. Because the anal wound hurts when touched, it can't be wiped with paper at all. Moreover, wiping with paper will only wipe the stool into the folds and wounds of the anus, leading to bacterial reproduction and aggravating inflammation and edema. So wash the anus with running water after defecation every time. Some hospitals will give patients after operation an anorectal rehabilitation suit, which contains a hand-held washing clothes, and the anus can be washed with clear water after defecation. If you don't want to return to the palace after discharge, you should take it with you when you go out to work and rinse it after each defecation.

The traditional Chinese medicine solution given by the hospital generally allows patients to sit in the bath for at least one month after operation, so they must sit in the bath in a sitting position, and never squat in the bath with an ordinary basin on the ground, otherwise the wound may tear. When sitting down after surgery, be sure to put the anus overhead to avoid pain and edema caused by oppression. The anorectal rehabilitation bag contains an anal hydrotherapy device that can be placed on the toilet for sitting and bathing, and a painless breathable pad that can overhead the anus. But the hospital is generally more expensive, so you can prepare it yourself in advance.

Avoid spicy food and don't listen to online remedies. I wish you a speedy recovery.