Nutritional care after uterine fibroid surgery

I have been suffering from uterine fibroids for almost three years. Not long ago, I went to the hospital for a laparoscopy. The examination said that the treatment was cured, but the doctor still told me to take good care of myself, saying that the disease will recur if not taken care of properly. What should I do if it recurs after the operation? How should I supplement my nutrition?

For patients with uterine fibroids, if the tumor grows too fast, becomes malignant, or causes infertility, surgical treatment is necessary to avoid worsening of the disease. At the same time, nutrition should be strengthened after surgery to reduce recurrence.

1. After laparoscopic surgery, you can drink some warm water on the same day. If there is no discomfort after observing for a period of time, you can start eating liquid food and resume normal diet the next day.

2. Eating high-protein foods can accelerate wound healing.

3. After the operation, you should avoid irritating foods, such as peppers, cigarettes, oil, coffee, etc., so as not to stimulate gastric acid secretion and cause gastrointestinal discomfort.

4. After laparoscopic surgery, there is a tendency for residual carbon dioxide gas to remain in the abdomen. You can increase the intake of vegetables and high-fiber fruits, while avoiding eating gas-producing foods such as sweet potatoes and potatoes to reduce the discomfort caused by postoperative abdominal distension.

5. For patients who are prone to nausea, vomiting, or special physical conditions after surgery, do not force them to eat. They can eat after the anesthesia has completely worn off.