Should You Correct Crooked Big Toes? Understanding Options and Pain Concerns
The big toes on both feet are misaligned? Both of my big toes are noticeably crooked (the nails are also affected) and they lean in the same direction, while the other four toes are normal. I would like to ask the doctor if it is possible not to correct them if there is no pain a...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Some individuals may have a predisposition to hallux valgus. 2. It is advisable to wear orthotic devices to alleviate symptoms and to avoid shoes that are too pointed or tight. 3. If symptoms are severe, surgical intervention may be necessary.[Read More] Should You Correct Crooked Big Toes? Understanding Options and Pain Concerns
How to Care for a Large Knee Abrasion After an Accident?
How should I care for a baseball-sized abrasion on my knee? Last Friday, I suffered a severe abrasion on my knee due to a car accident (self-fall), about the size of a baseball! Initially, I had it bandaged at a clinic (they used gauze), but it wasn't very effective, and it ...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
You can visit the hospital for a consultation.[Read More] How to Care for a Large Knee Abrasion After an Accident?
Do Eye Shapes and Expressions Run in Families? Understanding Genetic Influence
Can eye color be inherited? Can a person's eye appearance be inherited from their parents or other family members? How can one change their eye appearance?
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Eye shape, eye appearance, and gaze can all be inherited. 2. Cosmetic surgery can only alter external features; it cannot change one's gaze.[Read More] Do Eye Shapes and Expressions Run in Families? Understanding Genetic Influence
Understanding Nasal Bone Asymmetry: Is It Normal?
Questions about the nasal bone? Hello, Doctor! Recently, when I touch the sides of my nasal bridge with both index fingers starting from the top of the bridge and moving downwards (applying some pressure), I can feel some protrusions on both sides of the nasal bone (although they...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Why does it feel like the nasal bones are not completely symmetrical (without any history of trauma)? Sometimes this can be due to an unnoticed injury during infancy, which may not have presented any noticeable symptoms at the time. 2. Is it normal for one side of the nasal ...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Bone Asymmetry: Is It Normal?
Does Syphilis Infection Affect Recovery from Cosmetic Surgery?
Does syphilis infection affect the healing of surgical wounds? I underwent major cosmetic surgery on February 15th, which included liposuction, cheekbone reduction, and double eyelid surgery. However, on March 10th, my partner was diagnosed with syphilis, with RPR 1:4 and TPHA 12...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Syphilis has many symptoms and can also affect wounds. 2. Syphilis can be transmitted to others through wounds. 3. Penicillin should not have an effect on the wounds. 4. Syphilis may affect the healing process of wounds. 5. It is important to seek medical attention pro...[Read More] Does Syphilis Infection Affect Recovery from Cosmetic Surgery?
Can Hyaluronic Acid Restore Facial Volume in Scleroderma Patients?
Skin diseases can lead to facial indentations? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a patient with limited scleroderma who has multiple lesions on the face causing indentations. Can hyaluronic acid be used to fill in the depressed lesions and restore skin elasticity in this au...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Skin indentations caused by scleroderma are difficult to improve with hyaluronic acid. 2. You may consult with a plastic surgery outpatient clinic to see if there are other options for assistance.[Read More] Can Hyaluronic Acid Restore Facial Volume in Scleroderma Patients?
Post-Surgery Aesthetic Concerns: Coverage for Thigh Liposuction?
Post-operative cosmetic issues? Hello, doctor! I have previously undergone coronary artery bypass surgery using a saphenous vein graft. After the surgery, I experienced fat displacement concentrated in the groin area from an incision made on my right thigh, resulting in asymmetry...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by health insurance. 2. If there are issues such as skin friction or abrasions, you may consult a local plastic surgeon.[Read More] Post-Surgery Aesthetic Concerns: Coverage for Thigh Liposuction?
Should You See a Doctor for a Lip Injury from a Ball Hit?
The lip was struck by a ball? Last Friday, I was hit by a ball while playing sports. Currently, the wound looks like a mouth ulcer, but it has scabbed over. When the wound comes into contact with water, it produces a white discharge. Should I seek medical attention?
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. If you are unsure about your condition, it is best to see a physician. 2. Scabbing and exudate are symptoms of wounds on the lips.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for a Lip Injury from a Ball Hit?
Managing Sensitivity After Circumcision: Solutions for Discomfort
Sensitivity of the foreskin After circumcision, if there is too much inner foreskin left, it can cause discomfort due to friction with underwear. However, further circumcision may result in a condition known as penile skin retraction or excessive shortening of the foreskin. What ...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
This should be referred back to the original surgeon or a urology outpatient consultation. Generally, plastic surgeons perform fewer circumcision surgeries.[Read More] Managing Sensitivity After Circumcision: Solutions for Discomfort
Managing Large Back Cysts: Pain Relief and Surgical Options
Back cyst? I have a large cyst on my upper back, which is currently causing pain when lying flat or intermittent pain due to its size. I am concerned about the incision being too large; will I be able to stay in the hospital after the surgery?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
A consultation in the outpatient clinic is necessary to assess whether there are indications for hospitalization.[Read More] Managing Large Back Cysts: Pain Relief and Surgical Options
Understanding Cyst Removal: Techniques, Scarring, and Anesthesia Options
Sebaceous cyst, excision under anesthesia? Hello Doctor: I have a sebaceous cyst on my face and would like to know whether the removal method is standard excision or enucleation, and if the resulting scar will be very noticeable. If there are multiple cysts, can I use sedation an...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The method for excising sebaceous cysts on the face may vary slightly among individual physicians, so it is important to choose a primary physician and discuss the procedure with them. The visibility of scars depends on the location and the physician's experience. Typically,...[Read More] Understanding Cyst Removal: Techniques, Scarring, and Anesthesia Options
Dealing with Solidified Ointment in Wounds: A Guide for Patients
The ointment has solidified in the wound? I have a deep scratch on my face from a cat that happened two days ago. I visited a plastic surgery clinic in a Chinese hospital and applied the ointment prescribed by the doctor. The wound is not sutured and has an opening, causing the o...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
You can visit the outpatient clinic for a doctor's evaluation.[Read More] Dealing with Solidified Ointment in Wounds: A Guide for Patients
Should You Remove Titanium Plates After Jaw Fracture Surgery?
Should the facial fracture screws be removed? Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident on September 22 and sustained a fracture in my mandible (below the lip), which was fixed with a titanium alloy plate. Since I am still young, I would prefer not to have foreign materials in my bo...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It should not need to be removed.[Read More] Should You Remove Titanium Plates After Jaw Fracture Surgery?
Understanding Chin Augmentation Complications: Pain and Persistent Discomfort
Chin augmentation side effects? Initially, I had a chin augmentation with artificial bone, but after six months, the tightness and foreign body sensation did not improve, leading to significant discomfort in my chin. The doctor suggested that I could receive scar injections for i...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
I would like to ask if the discomfort is really just caused by simple scar hypertrophy, or if the soft tissue in the chin has been injured? Can an MRI be performed on the chin? What is the cost? 1. Augmenting the chin should be less likely to injure important organs. 2. Soft t...[Read More] Understanding Chin Augmentation Complications: Pain and Persistent Discomfort
Pre-Surgery Medication Guidelines for Double Eyelid Surgery
Preoperative Medications for Double Eyelid Surgery Hello, I am currently planning to undergo double eyelid surgery, and I would like to ask if I need to stop taking birth control pills before the procedure. If so, how long should I discontinue them? Thank you! 🙏🏻
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: There is no need to stop taking the contraceptive pill; you can continue using it. Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Pre-Surgery Medication Guidelines for Double Eyelid Surgery
Scar and Wound Healing Care: Addressing Post-Surgery Concerns
Issues related to scar and wound healing care? Hello, doctor. I would like to continue with my previous question, but I couldn't find the same question prompt, so I have to ask again. 1. After 2/3 of my nostril was bitten off and stitched up, I feel a stiffness in the area...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. The gel can be applied only to the affected area. 2. For the areas of necrotic ischemic skin, it is necessary to wait for the vascular tissue to gradually recover. This should be monitored for about a year. If any issues arise during this period, a consultation with a nearby p...[Read More] Scar and Wound Healing Care: Addressing Post-Surgery Concerns
Can Facial Massage Help Reduce Chewing Muscle Size?
Facial massage and issues related to the masticatory muscles? Hello: I would like to ask if massage can help reduce the size of the masseter muscle?
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Massaging the masticatory muscles can help relax tighter muscles, making them softer and appear smaller in volume.[Read More] Can Facial Massage Help Reduce Chewing Muscle Size?
How to Care for a Burn: Understanding Healing and When to See a Doctor
Uncertain about the degree of the burn? Hello doctor, I accidentally burned myself with the oven. At the moment of the injury, the wound appeared white, and during the rinsing process, some of the white skin was washed away. Now I am applying ointment and covering it with a gauze...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
You can visit the Reconstructive Surgery Clinic or seek medical care at our hospital.[Read More] How to Care for a Burn: Understanding Healing and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Facial Scars: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Facial scar issues? Hello, Doctor. At the end of last month, I was bitten by a dog, resulting in two wounds. I have two questions: 1. One wound is on my nasal bridge and was bitten very deeply. After the stitches were removed, there is a raised scar about 2-3 cm in size. I am c...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Scars after an injury can only be cared for and reduced; there is no term "scar removal" in the textbooks. Your injury is complex and requires regular outpatient follow-up rather than a one-time prediction. Please make sure to return for your appointments![Read More] Understanding Facial Scars: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Correcting Deformities After Traumatic Zygomatic Orbital Fractures
Deformity after traumatic zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture? I was in a car accident six months ago and initially experienced facial numbness, swelling, and bruising, which I thought were just from the impact, so I only applied ice. Recently, I noticed that the numbness in my ...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
It is recommended to undergo surgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei.[Read More] Correcting Deformities After Traumatic Zygomatic Orbital Fractures