Post-operative Care
Post-operative care involves the precautions that needs to be followed by the patient after the surgery
- The follow-up visit for open or laparoscopic approaches is 1-2 weeks postoperatively.
- Notify the health care provider if you develop fever (38°C or 100.4°F), increasing or persistent abdominal pain, or bleeding or purulent discharge from the incision.
- Medications should be taken as per the doctor’s prescription.
- Ensure to complete the whole course of the antibiotic.
- Refrain from sexual intercourse for about a week after surgery or as advised by your doctor.
- If you have delayed periods, vaginal bleeding/spotting, and severe abdominal pain, consult the doctor immediately, as it could be an ectopic pregnancy.
