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Preparing in advance for a smooth recovery will help you to recover after tonsillectomy surgery. A tonsillectomy is one of the more painful surgeries with a recovery process that can take a week or two. So its better to manage your recovery proactively, rather than try to downplay the pain of recovery associated with this surgery.

When tonsils become infected or inflamed, they must be removed; however, many patients find the pain of recovery to be uncomfortable. There are some helpful tips, however, that can help ease pain and speed recovery time. If you’ve just gone through a tonsillectomy, here are five tips for a smooth recovery.

Tips for Tonsillectomy Recovery

1. Enlist the Help of a Friend or Family Member

First, it’s very important to enlist the help of a friend or family member during your recovery period. The combination of intense pain and numbing pain medications will likely render you incapacitated for the first few days after surgery. An acting nurse can help keep your ice cup full, keep you comfortable and ensure that you have what you need to recover.

2. Chew Ice Constantly

Ice is one of the best things to have during a tonsillectomy recovery. Ice keeps the incision site moist during recovery and this is very important for speedy healing. The cold temperature of ice also helps to numb pain and reduce swelling. Because a swelling uvula can be a dangerous side effect of a tonsillectomy, chewing ice is an absolute necessity. Keep a cup filled with ice chips on hand at all times.

3. Ice Cream!

Eating ice cream is one of the most reliable ways to help you during a tonsillectomy recovery. While many people feel absolutely incapable of eating food after surgery, keeping energy levels high is an important part of the recovery period. Choose foods that are soft and creamy such as yogurt and ice cream, or consume nutrient-rich broths and sugary beverages for energy.

4. Create a Pain Medication Schedule

The biggest mistake that one can make during a tonsillectomy recovery is to skip a dose of pain medication. To prevent this from happening, it’s a good idea to create a pain medication schedule. This will help you keep on top of your medication and prevent pain from spiralling out of control.

5. Gather Entertainment for the Recovery

The tonsillectomy recovery process is lengthy and frustrating, so be sure to have some entertainment laid by for the recovery period. Video games, movies, great books, soothing music and puzzles are great ways to keep your mind off the pain.

Tonsillectomies can pose a difficult recovery for patients, but the pain will pass faster with the right management. These helpful tips can get you through the worst of the recovery period.

If you have questions about snoring, tonsillitis or tonsillectomy, contact your local doctor who will arrange for you to see an ear nose and throat surgeon.

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Preparing in advance for a smooth recovery will help you to recover after tonsillectomy surgery. A tonsillectomy is one of the more painful surgeries with a recovery process that can take a week or two. So its better to manage your recovery proactively, rather than try to downplay the pain of recovery associated with this surgery.

When tonsils become infected or inflamed, they must be removed; however, many patients find the pain of recovery to be uncomfortable. There are some helpful tips, however, that can help ease pain and speed recovery time. If you’ve just gone through a tonsillectomy, here are five tips for a smooth recovery.

Tips for Tonsillectomy Recovery

1. Enlist the Help of a Friend or Family Member

First, it’s very important to enlist the help of a friend or family member during your recovery period. The combination of intense pain and numbing pain medications will likely render you incapacitated for the first few days after surgery. An acting nurse can help keep your ice cup full, keep you comfortable and ensure that you have what you need to recover.

2. Chew Ice Constantly

Ice is one of the best things to have during a tonsillectomy recovery. Ice keeps the incision site moist during recovery and this is very important for speedy healing. The cold temperature of ice also helps to numb pain and reduce swelling. Because a swelling uvula can be a dangerous side effect of a tonsillectomy, chewing ice is an absolute necessity. Keep a cup filled with ice chips on hand at all times.

3. Ice Cream!

Eating ice cream is one of the most reliable ways to help you during a tonsillectomy recovery. While many people feel absolutely incapable of eating food after surgery, keeping energy levels high is an important part of the recovery period. Choose foods that are soft and creamy such as yogurt and ice cream, or consume nutrient-rich broths and sugary beverages for energy.

4. Create a Pain Medication Schedule

The biggest mistake that one can make during a tonsillectomy recovery is to skip a dose of pain medication. To prevent this from happening, it’s a good idea to create a pain medication schedule. This will help you keep on top of your medication and prevent pain from spiralling out of control.

5. Gather Entertainment for the Recovery

The tonsillectomy recovery process is lengthy and frustrating, so be sure to have some entertainment laid by for the recovery period. Video games, movies, great books, soothing music and puzzles are great ways to keep your mind off the pain.

Tonsillectomies can pose a difficult recovery for patients, but the pain will pass faster with the right management. These helpful tips can get you through the worst of the recovery period.

If you have questions about snoring, tonsillitis or tonsillectomy, contact your local doctor who will arrange for you to see an ear nose and throat surgeon.

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About skin care

The human skin is the largest organ of the body. It can develop an array of complications ranging from pimples to skin cancer. It is very important to take good care of your skin throughout your life.

Quick skin education

Your skin is separated into three layers:

  • Epidermis – The top layer, consisting mainly of skin cells called keratinocytes
  • Dermis – The middle layer made up of collagen and elastin, incorporating nerve-endings, glands and blood vessels
  • Subcutaneous layer- Consists of fat

Basic skin care tips

Here are some general skin care tips that can reduce the risk of skin disease and keep your skin looking its best. These include:

  • Sun protection – Ultraviolet irradiation from the sun  is an important cause of skin cancer. This is why a high protection sunscreen is an important element of skin care. Ultraviolet light protection also has cosmetic benefits, ensuring that your skin looks healthy and fresh by slowing the aging process of skin.
  • Skin checks – People who are in a high risk category for skin cancer (fair skin, a previous history skin cancer, a history of significant sun exposure throughout life) often need to visit a dermatologist for a skin review at least annually in order to address any potential skin problems. People who have many moles and/or a personal or family history of melanoma should also have a regular review.
  • Cleansing – A gentle, soap-free cleanser should be used twice daily for cleansing the face.
  • Moisturising – The type of daily mosturiser used should be appropriate for your skin type. A moisturiser that is too oily may cause an acne-prone skin to break-out. Oil-free moisturisers may be ineffective for very dry skin. Often people will have combination skin, with a more oily central T-zone on the face. You should also consider your diet and lifestyle. Good skin comes from eating a healthy diet, getting enough exercise, sleep and drinking plenty of water.

See a dermatologist

General skin care should be incorporated into your daily routine. It should not be labor intensive, but you do have to make it a habit. Of course, regular physical exams and adult health screening tests are an important part of preventive adult health care. Early detection can be the key to successful treatment.

 

If you have any questions or concerns about skin care, contact your local doctor, who will be able to arrange for you to see a dermatologist. Contact us today.

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Why use nasal ointment?

Nasal ointment may be required for a dry nose, to address allergies, or as treatment for a Staph infection. Nasal ointment is also commonly required after nasal surgery including, septoplasty, rhinoplasty, turbinate reduction or turbinoplasty surgery and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Antibiotic nasal ointment is used for eradicating staphylococcal bacteria, in particular MRSA, from the nostrils in order to prevent infections. Bactroban ointment is applied inside the nose for this purpose.

Store at room temperature (below 25°C). The shelf life is three years. There are no known incompatibilities or reactions with other medications.

If Bactroban ointment is unavailable then Chlorsig ointment is a reasonable alternative.

How does it work?

Bactroban nasal ointment contains the active ingredient mupirocin. This is an antibacterial medicine. It is used to eliminate staphylococcal bacteria from the nasal passages. In particular, it can be used for clearing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria from the nasal passages of hospital patients. Mupirocin exerts its antimicrobial activity by reversibly inhibiting isoleucyl-transfer RNA, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein and RNA synthesis. This causes the bacteria to produce abnormal and faulty proteins – ultimately killing the bacteria.

Certain bacteria, including Staph aureus, are found naturally on many people’s skin and inside their nose. These bacteria are usually harmless and don’t cause issues. However, they can cause infection if they get into a wound or spread to other parts of the body. In a hospital environment or after surgery, it is important that these types of bacteria are eliminated. They can not only cause infections in the carrier, but can also be spread and cause serious infections in people who are already unwell.

How to apply nasal ointment

Squeeze a generous amount (about the size of a grape) onto your thumb.

Carefully align the ointment with your nostril.

Apply to the inside surface each nostril.

Gently press your nostrils together to help spread the ointment throughout your nose.

Do this over and over again for approximately one minute. You may also press the sides of the nose together and gently massage the nose. These will help spread the medicine throughout the inside of the nostrils. Remember to wash your hands before and after applying nasal ointment.

Remember

Avoid getting Bactroban ointment in contact with the eyes. If it gets in the eyes they should be thoroughly rinsed with plenty of water. This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

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Why use nasal ointment?

Nasal ointment may be required for a dry nose, to address allergies, or as treatment for a Staph infection. Nasal ointment is also commonly required after nasal surgery including, septoplasty, rhinoplasty, turbinate reduction or turbinoplasty surgery and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Antibiotic nasal ointment is used for eradicating staphylococcal bacteria, in particular MRSA, from the nostrils in order to prevent infections. Bactroban ointment is applied inside the nose for this purpose.

Store at room temperature (below 25°C). The shelf life is three years. There are no known incompatibilities or reactions with other medications.

If Bactroban ointment is unavailable then Chlorsig ointment is a reasonable alternative.

How does it work?

Bactroban nasal ointment contains the active ingredient mupirocin. This is an antibacterial medicine. It is used to eliminate staphylococcal bacteria from the nasal passages. In particular, it can be used for clearing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria from the nasal passages of hospital patients. Mupirocin exerts its antimicrobial activity by reversibly inhibiting isoleucyl-transfer RNA, thereby inhibiting bacterial protein and RNA synthesis. This causes the bacteria to produce abnormal and faulty proteins – ultimately killing the bacteria.

Certain bacteria, including Staph aureus, are found naturally on many people’s skin and inside their nose. These bacteria are usually harmless and don’t cause issues. However, they can cause infection if they get into a wound or spread to other parts of the body. In a hospital environment or after surgery, it is important that these types of bacteria are eliminated. They can not only cause infections in the carrier, but can also be spread and cause serious infections in people who are already unwell.

How to apply nasal ointment

Squeeze a generous amount (about the size of a grape) onto your thumb.

Carefully align the ointment with your nostril.

Apply to the inside surface each nostril.

Gently press your nostrils together to help spread the ointment throughout your nose.

Do this over and over again for approximately one minute. You may also press the sides of the nose together and gently massage the nose. These will help spread the medicine throughout the inside of the nostrils. Remember to wash your hands before and after applying nasal ointment.

Remember

Avoid getting Bactroban ointment in contact with the eyes. If it gets in the eyes they should be thoroughly rinsed with plenty of water. This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

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