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09 May 18

Swelling after surgery on the face: causes and degree of swelling

One of the most common phenomena after surgery is swelling. Swelling after facial surgery becomes very noticeable, which leads to a deterioration in the patient’s appearance, mood and well-being.

If edema is neglected, further complications are possible, so it is better to get rid of such a problem in a timely and correct manner, otherwise serious consequences may arise.

Swelling after surgery on the face can occur as a result of even minor surgery. If the integrity of the tissue is compromised, in most cases swelling will certainly appear.

Edema can be considered the body's response to tissue damage. This phenomenon represents a certain amount of fluid that has accumulated in the tissues.

After surgery, an accumulation of lymph appears in a certain area of ​​the face in the area of ​​damaged tissue. Such accumulations, in turn, appear due to the increased work of the immune system, which tries to ensure the normal functioning and full activity of the body, despite recent surgical intervention.

Another reason for the appearance of swelling on the face after surgery may be an inflammatory process.

The inflammatory process can occur as a result of non-compliance with the doctor’s recommendations by the patient, as well as as a result of external factors, for example, a cold or exposure to wind on the face. In such cases, the patient exhibits increased temperature of the facial skin and redness.

After surgery, swelling on the face almost always appears, but in each patient it has one degree or another.

The main factors that influence the degree of swelling are:

  • individual characteristic differences of the patient’s body;
  • state and functioning of the immune system;
  • adherence or non-compliance with the doctor’s recommendations;
  • general health;
  • patient's lifestyle.
  • In most cases, quick relief from swelling on the face after surgery depends mainly on the patient’s efforts, as well as strict adherence to the recommendations for the rehabilitation period. If swelling has been present for a sufficiently long time and there is no sign of its reduction, you should immediately consult an experienced doctor.

    As a rule, swelling begins to appear “in all its glory” on the second or third day after the operation.

    Within a few days, with proper care, the swelling will decrease significantly, and by the second week after surgery the swelling will completely disappear. But, most patients are often interested in the most effective methods for getting rid of swelling after facial surgery.

    Postoperative swelling on the face and getting rid of it

    You should try to follow some recommendations that will help eliminate post-operative swelling on the face faster.

  • Limit hot water consumption. You should not wash your face with hot water, and it is also not recommended to take a hot shower or bath with hot water. The best option would be a contrast shower, which will help get rid of the accumulation of fluids in the tissues. Regarding hot water, it should also be mentioned that you should also avoid going to the bathhouse or sauna. You should not spend a lot of time outdoors in sultry and hot weather, as prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to increased swelling.
  • For the first 2-3 days after the operation, it is necessary to provide cold compresses to the face or to a specific area. As an alternative, you can use cold cabbage leaves. Cold compresses should be applied every 3-4 hours.
  • Rest and peace. After the operation, care should be taken to ensure complete rest and complete rest for the patient. An important point is the recommendation to keep your head slightly elevated while sleeping. You should also avoid straining your face of various kinds, for example, sitting at the computer or watching TV for a long time, reading a book late into the night, or using frequent and active facial expressions. You should also give up training in a gym or fitness club, morning jogging and other physical activities for a while.
  • Properly formulated diet. First of all, the patient should exclude foods that may increase swelling. You should not drink too much liquid or consume salty foods, especially before bed. It is recommended to completely exclude salt from the diet for a certain time. Also, the foods you eat should contain a minimum of sodium. You should not drink alcoholic beverages, which affect blood circulation and lead to increased swelling.
  • After surgery, stress on the body , both physical and mental, should be avoided. Any stressful situation or physical fatigue will contribute to the further development of swelling.
  • Necessary specialist help. If you still cannot get rid of postoperative swelling on your face on your own, then you should consult a doctor. It is possible that additional massages or special exercises will be required to reduce swelling. Your doctor may also prescribe diuretics to help you quickly get rid of fluids in your body. In some cases, a specialist prescribes hormonal injections, but you should know that they are not suitable for all patients. Therefore, you should only contact professionals and experienced doctors.
  • How to remove swelling from the face after surgery quickly and effectively

    There are some methods that will quickly get rid of post-operative swelling on the face at home:

    1. It is necessary to wipe the face or a certain area of ​​the face with ice cubes. Moreover, ice can be made in advance from tea or chamomile infusion.
    2. You can make a mask, for which you need to brew a couple of tablespoons of green tea leaves, infuse, strain, cool and wipe your face with tampons or a towel.
    3. Raw potatoes or cucumbers will quickly help get rid of post-operative swelling on the face.
    4. It should be remembered that the rapid disappearance of postoperative swelling on the face depends mainly on the responsibility of the patient, as well as the individual characteristics of his body.

      Clinical manifestations and treatment of hematomas after surgery

      After surgery, various complications may occur, including postoperative hematoma. For what reason does it occur, what is it, what is its effect on the patient’s health, and what treatment options exist?

      What is a hematoma: types

      A hematoma is an accumulation of blood that occurs due to rupture or thinning of arteries, vessels, and veins caused by injuries or diseases. During the operation, an incision is made in the tissue vessels, for this reason there is a high risk of hematoma formation.

      Depending on the location, hematomas are distinguished:

      • subcutaneous;
      • intramuscular;
      • subserous, that is, arising in the chest or abdominal cavity;
      • intracranial.

      Clinical manifestations

      A subcutaneous hematoma is a round or elongated bruise, initially red in color, but gradually becoming purple, then yellow-green, and at the last stage - a brown tint. Sometimes it looks like a group of spots - this is a multiple hematoma. With this complication, the patient experiences pain, impaired muscle functionality, a local increase in temperature, and sometimes pulsation can be felt.

      Postoperative hematoma in the abdominal area is accompanied by the following symptoms: a feeling of fullness in the abdomen, increased pain, deformation of the contours of the abdomen, compaction, bruising due to swelling, and excess blood flowing down the drainage.

      An intracranial hematoma can manifest as severe or sharp headache, drowsiness, vomiting and nausea, confusion, progressive dilation of the pupil on the side of the hematoma, loss of consciousness, epileptic seizures, paralysis, and progressive paresis. If such a hematoma is not diagnosed in time, this condition can lead to coma or death.

      Etiology of education

      Most often, a hematoma develops immediately after surgery (maximum within 24 hours). Postoperative hematoma forms in the following cases:

    5. The patient has high blood pressure after the procedure, this may be due to pain after surgery or uncorrected arterial hypertension.
    6. Diseases of blood vessels that cause thinning of their walls, as a result of which they can rupture.
    7. Blood clotting disorder.
    8. Trauma in the past.
    9. Taking certain medications (aspirin-containing).
    10. Some infectious diseases, cancer, lack of vitamins B, K and C, folic acid.
    11. What is the danger of hematomas?

    12. Risk of developing infections
    13. The compaction that occurs in the area of ​​the hematoma may not go away for a long time, sometimes remaining forever.
    14. Development of scar deformation, which can limit tissue mobility.
    15. Intracranial hematoma is dangerous due to the risk of irreversible damage to brain tissue, which can lead to death.
    16. Hemostasis (stopping bleeding) during the operation was not performed well enough.
    17. Sudden physical activity, injury during the recovery period after surgery.
    18. Treatment of postoperative hematoma

      Small hematomas that form after surgery sometimes resolve on their own; To speed up the process, you can apply a cold compress to this area; cold helps to constrict blood vessels. If a hematoma forms on the leg, it is recommended to apply a tight pressure bandage. Hematomas on the legs often occur after phlebectomy, an operation to remove varicose veins.

      To get rid of small subcutaneous hematomas, you can use some traditional medicine methods, after consulting with your doctor:

    19. Compresses with vodka at night.
    20. Compress with saline solution (2 tbsp/100 ml water) at night.
    21. Lotions with a mixture of mustard and radish juice. The mixture is applied to the site of swelling and washed off when a burning sensation appears.
    22. Compress with vodka and vinegar (100 ml vinegar, 100 ml vodka, 500 ml cold water).
    23. Drug treatment consists of:

      1. Taking medications to stop bleeding.
      2. Prescribing antibiotics to prevent infections.
      3. Prescribing nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the form of gels and ointments that reduce tissue reactivity, reduce swelling, and have an analgesic effect.
      4. In addition, physiotherapeutic procedures and wearing compression garments are prescribed.

        In some cases, hematoma removal is carried out by puncture - inserting a needle, with which the accumulated blood is removed.

        In cases where conservative treatment does not have an effect, surgery is required to remove the hematoma and, if necessary, cauterize the bleeding vessel. After the procedure, it is necessary to install drainage (for about three days).

        Preventing the formation of hematomas after surgery

        When performing any scalpel surgical operation, there is a risk of developing a hematoma (8%). Therefore, today it is preferable to use laser surgery, when cauterization of blood vessels is performed directly during the operation, which significantly reduces the risk of bleeding. However, there are many cases in which classical surgery is irreplaceable.

        Measures that, if observed, reduce the risk of postoperative hematomas:

      5. Carrying out the necessary studies before surgery to detect diseases or conditions that affect blood clotting or the structure of blood vessels.
      6. Discontinuation of certain medications that affect blood clotting.
      7. Correct conduct of the operation, including careful hemostasis - for this it is necessary to promptly and carefully cauterize the bleeding vessels. You should also carefully check the surgical cavity after the procedure, before applying sutures.
      8. Follow all recommendations for post-operative recovery.
      9. Prevention of postoperative hematomas on internal organs consists of maintaining bed rest and lack of physical activity for the time recommended by the doctor, and wearing compression garments.

        To prevent bruising and swelling of the legs after phlebectomy, it is recommended to comply with the following requirements:

      10. The operated leg should begin to move a few hours after the procedure (turning, bending).
      11. The next day, it is bandaged with an elastic bandage, after which the patient can begin to walk.
      12. Wearing special compression garments for several months is prescribed.
      13. Therapeutic massage procedures, physical exercises.

      In the first days after surgery to remove varicose veins, a special Beler splint is applied to the leg, which ensures an elevated position of the limb.

      After brain surgery, careful and regular monitoring of the patient's condition is necessary. Accurate diagnosis of intracranial hematoma is carried out using a CT or MRI examination of the brain. To exclude the possibility of hematoma development, a burr hole is left in the skull and a drainage system is installed. In addition to the above, recommendations for postoperative recovery are prescribed by the doctor, based on the nature of the procedure and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body.

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