2, can reduce postoperative exudation, reduce the degree of tissue swelling, and reduce the probability of congestion.
3. Ice can help reduce swelling, greatly shorten recovery time and resume daily social activities as soon as possible.
Generally, it can be iced immediately after plastic surgery until 48 hours after surgery, because this is the peak of postoperative swelling. At this time, ice compress can minimize swelling, and it is applied every 20-30 minutes and every 4-5 hours. In addition, it should be noted that the so-called ice compress is not to put a wet towel on the surgical site for ice compress. After general surgery, the doctor will advise you to go to the ward to finish the ice compress and rest for about 20 minutes. The nurse will press the medical ice pack on the bandaged gauze, and you will feel a little uncomfortable at first. After all, the ice pack is very cold. Pay attention to the operation area. It is necessary to wrap a thin towel or paper towel on the surface of the ice pack to avoid wound infection caused by condensation water wetting the gauze. Although ice will feel a little uncomfortable, it is necessary. Proper ice compress can reduce swelling and promote blood circulation.