Do
- Take medicines — especially antibiotics and pain relief — exactly as prescribed, and complete the course.
- Keep the wound clean and dry; change dressings with washed hands or have a trained nurse do it.
- Move gently and regularly as advised — early, light movement prevents clots and stiffness.
- Eat protein-rich food (dal, paneer, eggs, milk) and stay hydrated; healing tissue needs both.
- Attend every follow-up appointment, even if you feel fine.
Don't
- Don't lift heavy weights or strain until your surgeon clears it.
- Don't apply powders, home pastes or ointments on the wound unless prescribed.
- Don't soak the wound (bucket baths over the site, swimming) until it has fully closed.
- Don't smoke or drink alcohol during recovery — both measurably slow healing.
- Don't skip doses because the pain has reduced; finish the prescribed course.
Red flags — contact your doctor immediately
- Increasing redness, swelling, warmth or pus at the wound.
- Fever above 100.4°F (38°C) after the first days.
- Wound edges opening, or bleeding that doesn't stop with gentle pressure.
- Calf pain/swelling, chest pain or breathlessness — these can signal a clot and are an emergency.
Recovering with support at home
Wound dressing, injections, IV medication, catheter care and vital monitoring can all be done at home by trained nurses — often the safest option for elderly patients or after major surgery. RJ16 Healthcare's post-operative home care in Jalore works alongside your surgeon's plan; call or WhatsApp us to arrange a visit.