How to Identify Tetanus Symptoms After a Minor Injury
About Tetanus I had an accident while riding my bike in the rain the day before yesterday, resulting in three abrasions. I didn't get a tetanus shot. The next morning, I woke up with neck pain, which I believe is due to sleeping awkwardly, but I'm also concerned it migh...
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Hello: It is recommended that you receive a tetanus vaccination, as once symptoms appear, it is usually difficult to treat, and the incubation period can exceed one week. It is advisable for you to go ahead and get vaccinated for prevention. Dr. Huang Jun-Hsiung[Read More] How to Identify Tetanus Symptoms After a Minor Injury
How Long Does It Take for Severe Bruises to Heal?
How long does it take for a severe bruise to heal? Hello, doctor. On June 10th, I went to get a foot massage in the north, and my calves were also massaged. After returning home, I noticed a bruise on the outer side of my left calf, about the size of a palm. The bruise has faded ...
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Hello: I recommend that you undergo some physical therapy, including alternating hot and cold compresses. Use a hot compress at approximately 40 degrees Celsius and a cold compress at about 10 degrees Celsius, each for about 10-15 minutes without any breaks in between. Start with...[Read More] How Long Does It Take for Severe Bruises to Heal?
Caring for Nail Injuries: Tips for Healing and Growth After Trauma
Nail trauma Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my toenail. Previously, I kicked something with my foot, causing my big toe's nail to be partially detached, with only the inner side still attached. I later went to the hospital to have it removed. How should I care for it...
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Hello: 1. After toenail removal, it is important to keep the wound clean and avoid any trauma to the area. The wound should heal within one to two weeks. 2. Your question is a bit fragmented, but based on my understanding, I will answer as follows: If the toenail has been injured...[Read More] Caring for Nail Injuries: Tips for Healing and Growth After Trauma
Understanding Foot Surgery: Common Concerns and What to Expect
The question of "Dangga" (盪尬) is not clear in the medical context I have a few questions for the doctor. My foot is bothering me, and I have been soaking it in warm water because my toenails haven't grown back yet. I'm not sure what to do. I called a large hos...
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Hello: What you referred to as "盪尬" is likely what is known as "onychocryptosis" or "ingrown toenail." Based on your description, it is difficult to clearly understand the situation. It is best for you to visit a general surgery or orthopedic clinic ...[Read More] Understanding Foot Surgery: Common Concerns and What to Expect
Effective Treatments for Keloids: Can Topical Creams Help?
Treatment of keloids? Hello, Doctor: I am a patient with keloids. I have reviewed information on treatment methods and understand that injections are merely a temporary relief for symptoms. I have not undergone any treatments in this area, but I have been using a topical medicati...
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1. Keloids are a type of congenital condition, often referred to as a constitutional issue. Currently, there is no medication that can cure it. 2. Patients with this condition are advised to visit a hospital for evaluation, as a differential diagnosis with hypertrophic scars is...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Keloids: Can Topical Creams Help?
Understanding and Treating a Persistent Bump on the Buttocks
I have a lump approximately 1 centimeter in diameter on my buttock? Hello, I often get pimples on my buttocks, and once I tried to squeeze one, but I don't know if I did it too hard. As a result, it has been swollen and hasn't gone down for three years. It doesn't ...
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Hello: Generally, the duration of surgery, the type of anesthesia, and the healing time are directly related to the size of the mass. If the mass is only one centimeter in diameter, local anesthesia should be used, and the surgery will take about half an hour. The wound healing t...[Read More] Understanding and Treating a Persistent Bump on the Buttocks
How to Treat a Finger Injury from a Knife Cut: Recovery Tips
If a finger has been chopped by a kitchen knife, the following steps should be taken for treatment: 1. **Control Bleeding**: Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage to stop any bleeding. If the bleeding is severe, I accidentally cut the upper left corner...
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Hello: Generally speaking, if the severed end is still available, direct suturing can be considered. However, if it is lost, the decision will depend on the size of the skin defect. Typically, if the size is within 1.5 x 1.5 centimeters, it should be able to heal on its own witho...[Read More] How to Treat a Finger Injury from a Knife Cut: Recovery Tips
Why Are My Hand Veins So Prominent? Causes and Solutions
Veins on the back of the hand Hello doctor, why are the veins on the back of my hands so prominent and bulging, especially when it's hot? They look really unattractive. How can I make them less pronounced? Is it because of vascular obstruction? Thank you!
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Hello: Your condition may not necessarily indicate a problem. It is recommended that you visit a peripheral vascular surgery clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Why Are My Hand Veins So Prominent? Causes and Solutions
Understanding Sudden Skin Burning Sensations: Causes and When to See a Doctor
The skin may suddenly feel a burning sensation? Recently, I have been experiencing a sudden burning sensation on the surface of my right calf, which lasts for a few seconds before disappearing. Although it is not painful, the frequency of these episodes is increasing daily, and t...
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Hello: Based on your description, it seems to be a sensory nerve abnormality. I recommend that you seek treatment from a neurologist. Dr. Huang Jun-Hsiung, 4/28.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Skin Burning Sensations: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Swollen Knee with Pus: Causes and Quick Recovery Tips
Knee redness, swelling, and pus discharge? Four days ago, I developed a small blister on the front of my knee. While taking a shower, I accidentally broke it, and some pus came out. On the second day, it wasn't very painful, but by the third day, I woke up to find my knee re...
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Hello: Your condition may be a localized bacterial infection, which could have developed into an abscess. It is advisable for you to promptly visit a surgical outpatient clinic for treatment. Dr. Huang Jun-Hsiung, March 27, 2006.[Read More] Swollen Knee with Pus: Causes and Quick Recovery Tips
Understanding and Managing Brain Edema After a Traumatic Injury
Cerebral edema Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask you about my brother. He was in a serious motorcycle accident while riding home in heavy rain after work. Currently, aside from external injuries such as a damaged front tooth and lacerations on his limbs, he has head trauma a...
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Hello: Based on your described condition, it may be a more severe concussion accompanied by cerebral edema, and recovery could take longer (ranging from one to two weeks). What is currently needed is adequate rest (avoiding excessive mental exertion, reducing visits, and limiting...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Brain Edema After a Traumatic Injury
Understanding Head Injuries in Children: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Head injury My 5-year-old child accidentally fell down the stairs and hit their forehead. We applied ice and cleaned the area to reduce swelling. My child has been able to move around and eat normally, and has been attending kindergarten as usual. A week later, I noticed that the...
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Most hematomas in the facial area or scalp are self-limiting and typically resolve within two to four weeks. In the initial one to two weeks, aspiration is usually not necessary. However, if the hematoma is large and the resolution is slow, it is recommended to have a follow-up w...[Read More] Understanding Head Injuries in Children: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Follow-Up Questions on Surgical Recovery and Vaccination Timing
Please feel free to ask your questions? Hello Dr. Huang, thank you for your response! After experiencing a trauma, I was fortunate that my friend was able to drain the hematoma in time, preventing the wound from worsening, and it is now almost healed. I would like to ask you agai...
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Hello: Please refer to the attached explanation. Wishing you good health![Read More] Follow-Up Questions on Surgical Recovery and Vaccination Timing
How Long Does Tetanus Vaccine Protection Last After Animal Bites?
Injury Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask you how long the protection from a standard tetanus vaccine lasts. I was previously bitten by a cat, and now I have been bitten by a stray animal again. I believe I do not need to receive another shot and that I only need to disinfect a...
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Hello: Based on your wound, if you have received a complete series of tetanus toxoid vaccinations (which means three consecutive doses) within the last ten years, you do not need another injection. If it has been more than ten years or you have not received the complete series, y...[Read More] How Long Does Tetanus Vaccine Protection Last After Animal Bites?
Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment and Recovery After an Injury
Cellulitis Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident last Tuesday (12/13) and have abrasions near my ankle... there are two wounds about 2x3 inches in size. I thought I could just apply some ointment and it would heal, but the next day it became red, swollen, and painful. After seein...
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Hello: Without seeing your wound in person, I cannot definitively determine what the issue might be. I recommend that you seek treatment at a plastic surgery department or a hospital with a specialized trauma surgery unit. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment and Recovery After an Injury
Understanding Toenail Issues: Causes and Solutions for Nail Damage
Toenails Recently, it seems that wearing shoes that were too small for two days at work caused foot pain. I recently discovered that one of my big toes appears to have bruising, while the other foot is oozing yellowish fluid. Now, it has become very fragile, and there is already ...
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Hello: It may be due to the shoes being too small, causing compression that resulted in a subungual hematoma, leading to the separation of the nail from the nail bed. This has caused the appearance of yellow fluid (either from the dissolution of the blood clot or from tissue flui...[Read More] Understanding Toenail Issues: Causes and Solutions for Nail Damage
Do I Need Surgery for My Varicose Veins and Discolored Toes?
Varicose veins? Hello doctor, I have a question. My ankles and toes have become dark due to varicose veins, and my toenails seem to have changed color as well. However, the veins in my calves are not bulging out like a severe case. Do I need surgery for this?
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Hello: Since this is related to cardiovascular surgery, a cardiovascular surgeon will respond to you! Based on your description, it may be varicose veins accompanied by hyperpigmentation and stasis dermatitis. Please come to the outpatient clinic for a physical examination and ne...[Read More] Do I Need Surgery for My Varicose Veins and Discolored Toes?
Understanding Breast Fibroadenomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Breast lump? Hello, doctor: What is a benign breast fibroadenoma? How should it be examined and treated? Is there a possibility that it could turn malignant? I have been palpating a round, symmetrical lump in my breasts since high school, and it is present on both sides with tend...
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Hello: You are likely referring to "fibroadenoma," which is a common benign tumor in young women. It is recommended that you consult a hospital with a specialized breast surgery department, where a physical examination and breast ultrasound should provide a diagnosis. T...[Read More] Understanding Breast Fibroadenomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding White Edges on Nails: Causes and Regrowth Tips
White edges of the nails? Hello, I would like to inquire about the issue of the white edge of the nails. The question may seem a bit silly, but I hope you can respond. Is it normal for the white edge of the nail to grow in a bit if I accidentally cut into it while trimming my nai...
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Hello: Your condition may be due to an ingrown toenail or paronychia. It is recommended to visit a general surgery or plastic surgery outpatient clinic for treatment. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding White Edges on Nails: Causes and Regrowth Tips
Can Varicose Veins with Ulcers Still Be Treated Successfully?
Varicose veins Hello doctor, I would like to ask if varicose veins have progressed to ulceration, is it still treatable? Will the wound heal?
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Hello: This question has been forwarded to a cardiovascular surgeon for a response. Wishing you good health![Read More] Can Varicose Veins with Ulcers Still Be Treated Successfully?