What are the dietary recommendations after surgery?

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First Feeding (Surgery Day)

Your first meal after anesthesia will be organized by our hospital team when the appropriate time comes. It will be a light meal that will not strain you.

📋 Recommendations for Afterwards

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Plenty of Water Consumption

You should drink plenty of water to support metabolism during healing.

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Hot Food and Drinks: First Week

Do not consume hot food or drinks (such as tea, soup or hot coffee) during the first week after surgery; they can increase the risk of bleeding and edema. During this time you can have your food and drinks lukewarm or cold. After 1 week, this restriction no longer applies.

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Salt and Spices

Stay away from very salty and spicy foods as they can cause edema in the body.

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Sugar and Processed Food

Stay away to reduce inflammation and speed up healing.

Written and medically reviewed by: Op. Dr. İbrahim YAĞCI
ENT Specialist · BHT Clinic İstanbul Tema Hastanesi

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