How to take care of scars after thyroid cancer surgery

When caring for scars from thyroid cancer surgery, you need to pay attention to the shape and size of the scar, as well as the color, elasticity, glossiness, hardness of the skin around the scar, and whether there is pain. If the scar is too large or the surrounding skin is red, swollen, hot, painful, and other abnormal conditions, you need to seek medical attention in time and receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Observe the shape and size of the scar: surgical scars are usually white, dry and smooth, but may also be uneven. If the scar is small or smooth, and there is no redness or pain, you can observe it and check it regularly;

2. The color of the skin around the scar: After the surgical scar heals, the skin around it may turn darker, mainly due to the pigmentation of the surrounding skin. If the scar is small and smooth, and there is no redness or pain, it can be observed. If the scar is large or the surrounding skin is red or painful, it is recommended that the patient seek medical attention in a timely manner;

3. Elasticity and glossiness: After recovery, surgical scars are usually close to the surrounding skin and have a certain degree of elasticity. If the scar is small, the skin color is normal, and there are no symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain, you can observe it. If the scar is large and the surrounding skin has symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain, you need to seek medical attention in time;

4. Hardness: surgical scars are relatively soft and not prone to loosening. If the surgical scar is relatively hard and the surrounding skin feels tight, it may be related to the hyperplasia of fibrous tissue in the surgical scar. It is recommended that patients seek medical attention in a timely manner for a clear diagnosis;

5. Pain: During the recovery process of surgical scars, pain symptoms may occur. Patients are advised to use analgesics such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, aspirin enteric-coated tablets, etc. for pain relief under the guidance of a doctor.

In addition, patients can use drugs such as levothyroxine sodium tablets for radiotherapy under the guidance of doctors after surgery. In daily life, you should pay attention to rest, avoid fatigue, eat a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. It is recommended that patients observe the scar in time and seek medical attention in time if any abnormality occurs.