Patient's question:
I understood the cesarean section surgery a week ago and stayed in the hospital for seven days. Because the wound healed well, I was discharged. When I was discharged, two pieces of sterile gauze were applied to the abdominal wound. I want to know how long to remove the sterile gauze after a cesarean section?Doctor's answer:
After the stitches are removed from the surgery, one dressing change will be performed, and no further dressing changes will be needed afterward. The sterile gauze can be removed after two to three days. However, if the incision is red and swollen and healing poorly, it is recommended to continue with dressing changes until the wound no longer shows signs of redness or discharge. If you feel uncomfortable, you can apply a significant amount of sterilizing solution to the wound surface each night after the sterile gauze is removed.In addition to taking medication for the cesarean section, the patient should also pay attention to postoperative care, such as maintaining a light diet and avoiding spicy foods. At the same time, the patient should pay attention to choosing a reputable hospital for treatment to ensure a good therapeutic outcome.