DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS AFTER PYLOROMYOTOMY

Feedings:

The baby may return to a regular feeding schedule upon discharge. The baby should be kept sitting up for 30 minutes after each feed. This will prevent the stomach contents from coming back up. The baby may "spit up" a small amount which is normal.

Incision care:

The incision should be kept clean and dry. Leave the steri-strips (small beige strips of tape) over the incision. They will fall off as the wound heals. You may sponge bathe the baby for the first 2 days (do not put in a bath tub), then return to normal bathing.

Activity:

There are no activity restrictions following this operation. It is best, however, to lift the baby by supporting his bottom and head and not lifting under the arms. Lifting under the arms puts tension on the incision and may cause pain.

Pain:

There is usually not a lot of pain for the baby after the operation. When you go home you may give Tylenol if you think the baby is in pain.

When to call the office:

Please call the clinic if:

• your baby has a temperature greater than 101° F
• the incision is red, tender, swells or drains fluid
• your baby has increased vomiting

Please call the office to make a follow up visit in 2 weeks and for any other questions that you may have about your child's recovery.