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Strictly follow all physician`s recommendations. |
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Drainage tubes will be removed usually within 48-72 hours. |
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Dr. Nieto will give you specific instructions regarding bath and wound care. |
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You may be able to resume your sexual activity after 5 weeks. Complications may occur if you do not follow this indication. |
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Do not smoke. |
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Patient must return to the office for general check up as indicated by the physician. |
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Do not worry about sutures. Usually these are absorbable. |
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Every patient´s healing process is different and the time and way tissues may respond to injury may vary. Usually our patients need 1-3 weeks to recover before resuming their normal activities. |
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You may experience a sensation of tension around the area but this will gradually decrease after surgery. |
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Antibiotics are prescribed to reduce the risk of infection. Also, you will receive pain medication to minimize any discomfort. |
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Inform immediately to your physician if you develop an unexpected reaction to the prescribed medication. |
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Prior to surgery, you must make arrangements for a responsible adult friend or family member to take you home and take care of you during your convalescence. |
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Avoid taking any medication that has not been prescribed by your doctor, especially aspirin (acetyl salicylic acid) or aspirin-like products (Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or Aleve). These medicines have anticoagulant adverse effects and may increase the risk of bleeding or scarring complications. |
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You should expect some bruising and swelling as a natural effect of surgery. |
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Avoid any strenuous physical activity. |
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Lifting heavy things, animals or children may affect the area of surgery. You must avoid any activity that increases risk of hitting. |
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Exercise can be resumed 3 months after surgery. |
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Do not lie face down for the first 4 weeks or during the time indicated by your physician. |
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Please inform Dr. Nieto if you present heavy bleeding from the wound, severe pain or chest pressure, high fever (more than 38 degrees), significant redness or severe discomfort. |