What should patients with anal fistula eat after surgery?
Dietary conditioning after anal fistula surgery is crucial to wound healing and physical recovery. A reasonable diet can not only reduce the irritation of wounds caused by defecation, but also provide sufficient nutrients to promote tissue repair. The following are dietary recommendations and precautions for patients after anal fistula surgery.
1. Postoperative dietary principles
1.Light and easy to digest: Avoid spicy and greasy food to reduce intestinal burden
2.High protein and high fiber: Promote wound healing and prevent constipation
3.Eat small meals more often: 5-6 meals a day to reduce digestive stress
4.Adequate moisture: Drink 1500-2000ml of water daily to soften stool
2. Recommended food list
| food category | specific food | function |
|---|---|---|
| High quality protein | Fish, chicken breast, eggs, tofu | Promote tissue repair |
| high fiber foods | Oats, sweet potatoes, bananas, dragon fruit | Prevent constipation |
| Rich in vitamins | Spinach, carrot, kiwi | Enhance immunity |
| Liquid/semi-liquid | Rice soup, lotus root starch, steamed egg custard | Reduce bowel pressure |
3. Phased diet plan
| postoperative period | Diet content | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 days after surgery | Rice soup, lotus root starch, vegetable juice | Completely liquid and avoid gas-producing foods |
| 4-7 days after surgery | Rotten noodles, steamed eggs, minced meat porridge | transition to semiliquid |
| 2 weeks after surgery | Soft rice, steamed fish, stews | Gradually return to normal diet |
4. Foods that need to be strictly avoided
1.Spicy and exciting: Chili pepper, Sichuan peppercorns, mustard, etc.
2.greasy food: Fried chicken, fatty meat, butter
3.Gas-producing foods: Beans, onions, carbonated drinks
4.hard and rough food: Nuts, whole grain biscuits
5.Alcohol: Beer, liquor and other alcoholic beverages
5. Nutritional supplement suggestions
1.Zinc element: Oysters, lean meat and other zinc-containing foods can accelerate wound healing
2.Vitamin C: Citrus fruits promote collagen synthesis
3.Probiotics: Yogurt regulates the balance of intestinal flora
4. Take nutritional supplements under the guidance of a doctor when necessary
6. Other matters needing attention
1. Chew slowly when eating to avoid swallowing too much air
2. Maintain regular defecation habits and avoid straining to defecate.
3. Record dietary reactions and make timely adjustments if discomfort occurs
4. Make dietary adjustments according to doctor’s recommendations
Postoperative dietary adjustments need to be flexibly adjusted according to personal recovery conditions and doctor's recommendations. If constipation or diarrhea persists, seek medical attention promptly. Good eating habits combined with standardized care can effectively promote recovery after anal fistula surgery.
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