Instructions on discharge

• On the day of discharge the pressure garment and drains are removed and a gentle hair wash will be done.  Hair can be washed as normal after this.
• Polyfax antiseptic ointment to be applied to the scars in the scalp and in front and behind the ear twice a day for about 2 weeks.
• Ice compress for the 2 days whilst in hospital.
• Sleep with head slightly elevated on a few pillows for the first 2 weeks and avoid bending the head down.
• TED stockings to be worn for 2 weeks.
• Discharge with standard painkillers

Dressing clinic

• Usually about a week after the surgery to check on the wounds and at the end of the second week to remove the metal clips in the scalp.

Activities

• No restrictions but avoid strenous activities for about the first 2 weeks.

Wound care for first 3 months

• Moisturise all scars for at least 3 months.
• Moisturise face and neck religiously.
• Avoid direct sunlight for the first 3 months.

IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY PROBLEMS OR HAVE ANY QUERIES FOLLOWING YOUR SURGERY PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT THE WARD.