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Scrotal Surgery - Advice following your operation.
Stitches:
Will dissolve and do not need to be removed. Some stitches can take up to three weeks to dissolve.
Dressings:
You should keep the dressing on that is under the scrotal support (Jock Strap) for 24 hours. You should continue to wear the scrotal support (Jock Strap) for one week or until it feels comfortable, or as an alternative support you may wear the brief type of underpants.
Pain:
Paracetamol or similar painkillers should give adequate relief, please follow the recommended dosage.
Bathing:
You may take a bath or shower after 2 or 3 days.
Rest:
You need to rest for 48 hours after your operation.
Activity:
DO NOT do any lifting for 4 weeks and please DO NOT participate in contact sports or take energetic exercise for 4 weeks.
Work:
It may be necessary to take 2-4 weeks off work depending on the type of work you do. You will be advised about this on the day of your operation.
If you have had a general anaesthetic today we advise you not to drive a vehicle, operate machinery, take alcoholic drinks or make important decisions for 24 hours. You will need a responsible adult to stay with you for 24 hours following your operation.
Should you need to consult your GP (Family Doctor) with a problem related to your operation within 3 weeks of surgery we would appreciate you contacting the Day Surgery Unit. This will enable us to monitor your progress. Please ask to speak to the liaison nurse (Tel: 01482 675066)
Should you need any further help or advice please telephone the Day Surgery Unit, 8.00am to 8.00pm Monday to Friday (Tel: 01482 675066) At other times, only in an emergency please contact Upcott Ward, Kingston General Hospital (Tel: 01482 676746)
The Day Surgery Unit is continually striving to improve patient information. If you feel we could improve our information we would be pleased to hear from you.
