How to take care of your uterus after removal

Most patients inherently think that the uterus is a symbol of femininity, and it is difficult to accept the big psychological and physiological blow after the removal of the uterus. First of all, patients need to be helped to adjust to the correct mentality and attitude, which can help post-operative recovery to the greatest extent. Usually start with dietary care, life management and psychological adjustment: 1. Dietary care: After hysterectomy, the patient’s gastrointestinal tract function is fragile in the short term, so the diet should be light, easy to digest, nutritious liquid or semi-liquid food, such as milk, porridge, egg custard, soft noodles, etc. As the body recovers, it can be gradually changed to a normal diet. You can also take in protein-rich foods such as lean meat, eggs, fish, etc. to promote recovery. Pay attention to vitamin supplementation and appropriate intake of fresh vegetables and fruits to prevent constipation; 2. Life management: bed rest should be the main focus within 1 week after surgery, and gradually increase the amount of activity according to the body’s recovery. The adjustment can be started by bedside activities, and attention should be paid to avoid vaginal bleeding caused by dislodging of incision sutures, and avoid sitting for a long time to prevent pelvic congestion. Avoid weight bearing, squatting and strenuous exercise for 1 month after surgery; for 3 months after surgery, sexual intercourse should be prohibited to avoid affecting recovery. If there is redness, swelling, heat, pain and abnormal secretions, it is necessary to follow up as soon as possible. 3. Psychological adjustment: The family can encourage the patient to face the reality that when the uterus is removed and the ovaries are not removed, it will not affect the endocrine regulation to a great extent, nor will it affect the secondary sexual characteristics, nor will it have any effect on sexual life, which will not excessively reduce the quality of life and still It does not affect the quality of life and still maintains the charm of women. If the ovaries are removed together with the patient, it may affect the level of estrogen and progesterone secretion in the body, which in turn may affect the external physical appearance of the woman, such as losing shape and aging. In this case, it is recommended that the patient’s family members encourage the patient to face life positively and maintain an optimistic attitude.