How to relieve anal itching after hemorrhoid surgery

Hemorrhoids are a common disease. If the condition of hemorrhoids is more serious, surgical treatment is required. Some patients will find itching at the affected area after surgery. This is normal. Pay attention to hygiene and avoid recurrence of the disease.

1. Dressing change: Dressing change for wound after hemorrhoid surgery is a very important process. First of all, you must ensure that the dressing is changed on time and also after defecation. When edema occurs, you can insert indomethacin suppositories, hemorrhoid suppositories, etc. into the anus. This can protect the surgical wound and keep drainage unobstructed. When changing the dressing, clean the wound carefully and pay attention to its recovery. If redness, swelling or infection occurs, the stitches should be removed and drainage should be performed as soon as possible.

2. Sitz bath: Clean the anus 1-2 times a day with warm water at 30-40 degrees, especially after defecation. Each sitz bath should last about 20 minutes. This can effectively promote blood circulation in local tissues, which is beneficial to wound healing and swelling reduction.

3. Keep bowel movements open: After hemorrhoid surgery, patients should avoid irritating foods and foods that are difficult to digest. They should eat more light and easily digestible foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and foods rich in fiber, and keep bowel movements open to avoid adverse stimulation of the wound.

4. Use medication as appropriate: Patients can use antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs as appropriate according to their actual conditions, but it is best to use the medication under the guidance of a professional doctor. In addition, patients should avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time and strenuous exercise after surgery.