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Post-Operative
Breast Biopsy
Information Post Op Instructions for Anorectal Surgery
(Hemorrhoids, Fistula, Perirectal Abscess)
1- Take sitz baths (lukewarm water) for approximately 15 minutes, 3 to 4 times a day and after each bowel movement.
2- Keep stools soft:
- Colace 100mg twice a day (no prescription necessary)
- Lots of liquids.
- Metamucil one tablespoon a day.
- Mineral oil one tablespoon a day for 7 days.
3- Laxatives if no bowel movement in 24 hours:
- Milk of Magnesia 30cc (2 tablespoons)
OR
- Fleets Phosphosoda 30cc (2 tablespoons)
4- Pain Meds: Vicodin (only if prescription given), Tylenol or Advil as needed.
- For the first 24 hours take at least one pill every 4 hours around the clock.
- Then take the medication as needed
5- Ice pack to anus for the first 24 to 48 hours.
Genesee Surgical Associates, PC
Linden Oaks Medical Campus
10 Hagen Drive, Suite 240
Rochester, NY 14625
Phone:(585) 383-8830
Fax:(585) 383-8901
Christopher
B. Caldwell, MD, Surgical Oncologist
Robert J. Tripp, MD, General Surgeon
David E. Burns Jr., MD, General Surgeon
Brian P. Watkins, MD, General Surgeon
Victoria U. Nugent, NP Nurse Practitioner
Stephanie Yu, RPAC, Physician Assistant |
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