Incision Care Instructions

Care at Home

Incision Care

• Wash incision daily with shampoo and water ( application of antibiotic ointment not necessary unless instructed by Neurosurgery team)
• You may scrub incision lightly to help prevent scab formation
• No beach/pool (1st month after surgery) or  until cleared by Neurosurgery
• Avoid direct sunlight on incision ( May wear a cap or hat to go outside)
• Do not scratch incision.

Follow-up Office Visit

• You will be seen in Neurosurgery office approximately 10-14 days after leaving the hospital for symptom evaluation and suture removal, if sutures are not dissolvable 

When to call the office

• Fever greater than 101.5°F oral or axillary
• Increased swelling, redness, or oozing from incision area

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Questions or Concerns?
Call us @ 305-662-8386