How many days after a foreskin surgery can the stitches be removed?
The stitches can be removed around 7-10 days after circumcision surgery. The timing of stitch removal after circumcision surgery is closely related to one's physical condition. For younger people with good physical condition, the stitches can generally be removed in about a week. For older people, the recovery is slower, and it takes longer. The sutures for circumcision surgery are divided into absorbable and non-absorbable. Absorbable sutures do not require removal. Post-circumcision care considerations:
It is best to rest for 1-2 days after surgery, whether lying in bed, surfing the internet, or reading books. Minimize walking to prevent post-operative bleeding due to activity.
After surgery, try to minimize thinking about or exposure to pornographic and obscene magazines, online images, and videos. As these stimuli can lead to penile erection, which can easily cause post-operative bleeding.
Generally, the dressing can be changed every 3 days, and normal activities can be resumed after about 3 days without significant issues.
After surgery, in addition to antibiotics, treatment drugs for preventing erection and pain relief should also be taken.
Post-operative discomfort in the glans penis is a normal phenomenon. This sensation generally disappears gradually after about a week.
The surgical procedure takes approximately 15 to 25 minutes and does not require hospitalization.
After surgery, there may be mild pain and swelling at the wound site. Painkillers should be taken regularly, and the wound will heal in about 7 to 10 days.
Post-circumcision care methods:
Before the surgical wound heals, regular follow-up visits should be scheduled. The surgical wound should be kept clean and dry, and be careful not to wet the gauze when urinating.
Wear loose underwear to reduce friction on the glans penis.
Mild edema of the glans penis within 3 to 4 days after surgery is a normal phenomenon, which is a bodily reaction caused by anesthesia and surgery. Note that the swelling appears pinkish at this time.
After surgery, try to avoid sexual stimulation and fantasies to prevent penile erection. Although doctors may prescribe drugs to prevent erection, if sexual stimulation cannot be controlled, there is still a risk of wound rupture due to erection, which may delay wound healing.
When urinating, avoid wetting the dressing. If it is already soaked in urine, replace it promptly. Keep the wound dressing clean, or soak the glans penis in a related disinfectant daily.
After surgery for phimosis or paraphimosis, the perineal area should be kept clean. Some patients may experience discomfort in the local area of the foreskin after surgery. Scratching should be avoided, and the area should be wiped clean after urinating and defecating to prevent local contamination.
