How long does it take to recover after nasal polyps surgery

Nasal polyps are a very common disease in daily life. They can cause great harm to people's bodies, so it is particularly important to find a scientific and effective treatment method. Many people choose surgery for treatment, but people don’t know how long it will take to recover after surgery. In fact, this is closely related to postoperative care and personal physique. Everyone’s recovery speed is also different.

1. Nasal polyps

Nasal polyps are small growths of excess flesh on the lining of the nose or sinuses. After becoming ill, the patient will feel uncomfortable, as if something has grown in the nose, the nose is blocked, and the nose is runny and cannot be completely cleared. This is due to the increase in nasal secretions. Some patients may also experience facial swelling or pain, loud snoring at night, and decreased or loss of sense of smell.

Nasal polyps are a common nasal disease that is more common in adults and less common in children. However, it is possible that the disease exists. If parents find similar symptoms, they should take their children to the hospital for examination in time to avoid delaying the best time for treatment. Nasal polyps can be solitary or multiple, and are often found in the maxillary sinus, ethmoid sinus, middle nasal meatus, middle turbinate, etc.

There are many treatments for nasal polyps. Surgical removal of nasal polyps is a relatively quick and convenient treatment method, but it is prone to recurrence. You should not relax your vigilance after the operation and must pay attention to care.

2. Pay attention to these things after nasal polyp surgery to recover quickly

1. Pay attention to cleaning and nasal hygiene.

The inside of the nose is a complex structure and is a very important organ for the human body. Surgical removal of nasal polyps will disrupt the balance of the nasal cavity. The nose will produce secretions, and the air we breathe in will contain a lot of bacteria and dust, so post-operative cleaning is very important. After surgery, patients can use a special nasal washer to clean their nasal cavity frequently to keep it unobstructed and clean. If you live in an area with severe air pollution or have had surgery in winter, you should wear a mask when going out to reduce the entry of bacteria and inhalable particles into the nasal cavity, avoid infection, and reduce the possibility of catching a cold.

2. The diet should be light.

Patients with nasal polyps should eat mainly soft, easily digestible foods such as liquid food in the few days after surgery. Noodles, millet porridge, etc. are good choices. The diet should be light and low in salt. In addition, they should also supplement some nutrition and protein appropriately, eat more fresh vegetables, and eggs, milk, etc. are all very suitable foods for consumption after surgery. Avoid eating spicy foods, such as hot pot, malatang, barbecue, etc. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, some cold foods should be avoided as much as possible after surgery, such as crabs, lamb, etc. Patients with bad habits such as smoking, drinking, and staying up late should also pay attention to avoid these as much as possible after surgery and get enough rest, which will help the recovery of the wound.

3. Pay attention to exercise.

You should do some appropriate exercise two or three days after the operation. Reasonable exercise will help the recovery of the disease. Jogging, morning exercises, and playing table tennis are all good exercises. Patients should maintain a happy mood, as a good mood helps the absorption of nutrients and recovery from illness. Patients should breathe more fresh air, arrange their work and rest schedule properly, and get enough sleep.