Heart Surgery Recovery Tips by Experts

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Heart Surgery Recovery Tips by Experts
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An Overview

• Undeniably, heart diseases are very common. In
  fact, heart disease is a leading cause of death
  across the United States. According to a recent
  survey report, one person dies every 36 seconds
  from heart disease. Approximately, 655,000
  Americans die every year from heart diseases.
  Certainly, heart surgery is an option and can
  treat heart problems.
• To make heart surgery successful, doctors use
  cerebral protection devices during cardiac
  procedures. This device prevents the brain from a
  stroke during cardiovascular procedures.
• Clearly, recovery takes time after heart surgery.
  Well, the first phase of the recovery can take 6
  to 8 weeks but you need to follow a set of
  instructions for post-surgery care. These
  instructions for post-surgery care help you heal
  faster.

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Wound Care
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Pain Relief
Lets dive into some heart surgery recovery tips
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Emotional Well-Being
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Wound Care

• Make sure that your wound is clean and dry.
  However, you can take bath within few days. Apart
  from this, you need to follow a specific diet for
  quick recovery.
• If you are experiencing redness or warmth around
  your wound, high fever, edges pulling apart then
  call the doctor immediately.

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Pain Relief

• Once you get discharged from the hospital, your
  doctor will prescribe you pain medication.
• Well, some discomfort like tightness, itching,
  numbness around the wound is normal. These
  problems will fade with time. If possible, you
  can indulge yourself in some exercises and
  activities.

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Emotional Well-Being

• Having sad feelings after heart surgery is quite
  common and will pass within few weeks.
• To keep yourself emotionally well
• Walk daily
• Get dressed every day
• Share your feelings with others
• Get a sound sleep
• Involve yourself in social activities

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