General FAQs
During the first days of recovery, it is recommended to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that is easy to put on.
Recommended options include:
- Loose dresses.
- Oversized shirts or sweatshirts.
- Loose-fitting pants.
- Front-button or zip-up garments to avoid lifting your arms.
- Comfortable slip-on shoes.
Choose soft fabrics such as cotton to prevent skin irritation.
It is essential to wear the compression garment prescribed by your surgeon based on your procedure. These garments are a fundamental part of your postoperative care and must be worn according to medical instructions.
For a proper recovery, we recommend having the following prepared:
- Your prescribed compression garment, as directed by your surgeon.
- All prescribed medications, obtained on the same day as surgery.
- Extra pillows to maintain proper positioning according to your procedure.
- Basic incision care supplies (gauze and medical tape if indicated).
- A comfortable resting area, such as an accessible bed or recliner.
- A responsible adult companion, especially during the first 24–72 hours.
Additional items may be required depending on your specific procedure and will be outlined in your postoperative instructions.
Proper preparation helps support a smoother recovery process.
After surgery, your diet should progress gradually.
In the recovery area, you will be offered clear fluids to ensure you tolerate hydration properly.
During the first hours at home, you should begin with clear liquids such as:
- Water
- Electrolyte drinks
- Mild juices
If tolerated without nausea or vomiting, you may gradually transition to soft foods such as clear soups or broths.
You may then resume solid foods as tolerated.
A recovery-focused diet should be:
- High in protein
- Well-hydrated
- Low in sodium
- Balanced in vitamins and minerals
Proper nutrition supports healing and recovery.
If your procedure requires specific dietary restrictions, these will be outlined in your postoperative instructions.
Some level of discomfort after surgery is normal. However, pain should be manageable with prescribed medication.
For proper pain control:
- Take medications exactly as directed.
- Do not wait until pain becomes severe before taking your next dose.
- You may use over-the-counter pain relievers approved by your surgeon if needed.
- Maintain recommended positioning and avoid unnecessary strain.
If you experience severe pain that does not improve with medication, sudden intense pain, or additional symptoms such as fever, excessive swelling, or bleeding, you must contact our medical team immediately.
If you experience any of the following warning signs:
- High fever
- Severe pain not relieved by medication
- Heavy bleeding
- Persistent nausea or vomiting
- Excessive swelling
- Increasing redness or warmth at the surgical site
- Difficulty breathing
You must contact our medical team immediately.
On the day of surgery, you will be provided with a postoperative emergency contact number.
If the situation is severe or you are unable to reach our team, you should go to the nearest emergency room without delay.
If your procedure requires drains, you must carefully follow the instructions provided by your medical team.
General guidelines include:
- Wash your hands before and after handling the drains.
- Empty them as instructed.
- Record the output if directed.
- Monitor changes in color, odor, or volume of drainage.
- Avoid pulling or placing pressure on the tubing.
- Keep the drain compressed as instructed.
Drains will be removed once the output is within an acceptable range and your surgeon determines it is safe.
If you notice a sudden increase in drainage, significant pain, foul odor, or redness at the site, contact our medical team immediately.