How many days after thyroid surgery can not need to wrap the gauze because of individual differences, there is no accurate time, according to clinical experience in general in about 3-5 days will not need to wrap the gauze. Because thyroid surgery in general the incision is small, so the healing time is faster, in general in about 3-5 days do not need to wrap the gauze, about 7-10 days can remove the stitches. Diabetic patients may take longer depending on recovery, as wounds heal slowly in diabetics. It is recommended to disinfect the wound regularly on a daily basis after thyroid surgery and to avoid strenuous exercise, avoid contact with water, avoid spicy and stimulating diets, and abstain from smoking and alcohol to avoid wound infections, which may affect wound healing and delay healing time. If any adverse reaction occurs after thyroid surgery, you should go to the hospital immediately for examination, under the guidance of the doctor to dispose of, do not indiscriminate use of drugs and health care products.