How long does it take to recover after circumcision?

Recovery after circumcision generally takes 7-30 days, and the specific time is related to personal physique, postoperative care and other factors.

The acute recovery period is 1-7 days after surgery. At this time, the wound may show slight redness, swelling, pain or exudation. It is necessary to keep the perineum clean and dry and avoid strenuous exercise. The wound will gradually heal in 7-14 days, the sutures may be absorbed or need to be removed, and light daily activities can be resumed. It will take 14-30 days to enter the stable recovery period, and the swelling will basically subside, but sexual life or high-intensity exercise should be avoided to prevent wound dehiscence. During the recovery period, you should wear loose clothing, use antibiotic ointment such as mupirocin ointment to prevent infection as directed by your doctor, and avoid contact with water or pollutants. If you have persistent bleeding, fever or severe pain, you need to seek medical treatment in time.

After surgery, you should maintain a light diet, consume more high-quality protein such as eggs and fish to promote tissue repair, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Disinfect the wound with iodophor 1-2 times a day, and dry it promptly after urination to prevent urine contamination. During the recovery period, avoid stressful behaviors such as riding a bicycle and sitting for long periods of time. You can sleep on your back at night to reduce friction. The healing situation needs to be reviewed and evaluated 1 month after surgery, and bathing or swimming is prohibited until complete recovery is confirmed.