Bed rest is better after removal of intestinal polyps.
After the removal of intestinal polyps, it is important to stay in bed for a period of time to avoid bleeding from the wound. If the intestinal polyp is relatively small, then you can walk normally after one to two days of bed rest after the resection surgery. However, you should pay attention to walking with slight movements so as to avoid excessive intensity and amplitude, which may lead to hemorrhage.
If the intestinal polyp is larger, the bed rest time after the resection should be longer, usually at least about a week. Specific precautions after intestinal polyp removal surgery, according to the individual’s condition to follow the doctor’s instructions.
After intestinal polyp removal surgery, patients try to choose a light liquid diet or semi-liquid diet, avoid eating too spicy, too hard food, avoid overeating, so as not to aggravate the burden on the intestinal tract, to maintain a smooth bowel movement. Follow the doctor’s instructions for regular review.
It is recommended to avoid heavy physical activities for one month after intestinal polyp removal surgery, and closely observe the situation of blood in stool, abdominal pain, fever, blood pressure, pulse, etc., and seek medical treatment in time if there is any abnormality. Follow the doctor’s instructions to regularly review the relevant indicators.