Diet after epiglottic cyst surgery

Cysts are a common medical problem. Although it is not a serious symptom of the disease, it still requires surgical treatment. Epiglottic cyst is a type of cyst. Once discovered, surgical treatment is necessary, and many things must be paid attention to in terms of diet and lifestyle after surgery. Because only a good diet and regular life can promote the body's continuous recovery. What should you pay attention to in your diet after epiglottic cyst surgery?

Epiglottic cyst is a cyst that occurs under the epiglottis mucosa and is a special type of laryngeal cyst. Most of them occur in the vallecula, lingual surface of the epiglottis, and free edge of the epiglottis. Usually it is due to chronic inflammation. Mechanical stimulation and trauma cause the mucous gland ducts to become blocked, resulting in retention of secretions within the glands. Epiglottic cysts generally have no obvious clinical symptoms. It is often found during an examination of the throat. It is usually removed surgically. So what precautions should patients with epiglottic cyst take after surgery? Let’s take a look below.

Steps/Methods:

1. First of all, patients must pay attention to rest after surgery. Never throw yourself into life and work too early. Generally speaking, there are no major problems after epiglottic cyst surgery. You may feel some discomfort in your throat for a while after surgery. Patients can observe themselves at home for one to two weeks. If the condition does not improve significantly, it is recommended to go to the hospital for treatment in time.

2. Secondly, patients must pay special attention to eating healthy after the operation and never eat spicy, greasy or irritating foods, otherwise it can easily cause inflammation of the surgical site. Since your throat will feel uncomfortable for a while after the operation, try to eat mainly liquid and semi-liquid food. Male patients must quit smoking and drinking after surgery, otherwise it will have a great impact on their body's recovery.

3. Finally. Patients can take more therapeutic drinks that can help relieve sore throat and promote salivation. For example, honey water, Sterculia lychnophora, etc. After surgery, patients must pay attention to chewing their meals slowly and carefully, and never eat hard or large foods to avoid damaging the mucous membrane of the throat. Usually, you should drink more honey water or warm water, and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.

Note:

Patients with epiglottic cysts must avoid adverse stimuli such as tobacco and alcohol in their daily lives. If a small cyst does not cause any discomfort, you can leave it alone and observe it for a while. You must pay attention to rest, combine work and rest, ensure sleep, and avoid colds.