How Long Does It Take for a Thumb Wound to Heal After Stitches?
How long after removing stitches can I stop applying medication? Hello doctor, I injured my thumb with a razor blade at the beginning of March and received treatment at the hospital, where I had five stitches. It has been 15 days since the stitches were removed, but the doctor ad...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! If there are no skin defects, you can expose the area to tap water two days after the stitches are removed, and there's no need to change the dressing anymore. If there are skin defects, you need to keep changing the dressing until the skin has fully healed. Take care...[Read More] How Long Does It Take for a Thumb Wound to Heal After Stitches?
Dealing with a Small Growth After an Ankle Injury: What to Do?
After the car accident, there was a small indentation in the wound, and a small granuloma formed after healing? About a month ago, I had an accident and sustained a contusion on my ankle. In the center of the contusion, there is a small indentation. Now that the wound has mostly ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Hypertrophic scars can be reduced a bit with topical steroids; if there are no symptoms, there's no need to worry about them. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Dealing with a Small Growth After an Ankle Injury: What to Do?
Understanding Pain and Healing in Scabbed Tattoo Removal Wounds
The scab on the wound may cause a stinging sensation? Hello, I recently underwent laser tattoo removal using the Platinum Honeycomb 755 machine. It is now the sixth day, and the wound has formed a noticeable scab. There is no redness or swelling, but touching it causes significan...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Laser treatment has a deep exfoliating effect. Just let water flow over it; do not use body wash or rinse vigorously. Gently pat the skin dry with a towel, and avoid sun exposure. It will recover quickly. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Pain and Healing in Scabbed Tattoo Removal Wounds
Post-Surgery Concerns: What to Do About Remaining Stitches?
Post-operative concerns after suture removal? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an injury I sustained due to work. My left thumb was struck by a metal plate, resulting in a fracture of the nail area. I was injured on December 23, 2023, and had my stitches removed on Januar...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! You can come to the outpatient clinic for the removal. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: What to Do About Remaining Stitches?
Does Using Xarelto Increase Bleeding After a Bruise?
Does Xarelto increase the risk of bleeding? Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask you if, after sustaining a bruise (without any skin laceration) at the moment of impact, it is advisable to apply ice for 20 minutes before using topical medications like Arnica. Or is it unnecessary...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! It will not exacerbate bleeding and can be used immediately, or alternated with ice packs. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Does Using Xarelto Increase Bleeding After a Bruise?
Managing Chronic Wounds After a Car Accident: Knee Injury Care Tips
Wound after a car accident? Since my car accident on January 17, my knee wound is still oozing tissue fluid and blood, along with some pus, as of February 1. The other wounds have mostly healed. What should I do to help my knee wound heal? I change the dressing daily and have vis...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Is there any foreign material in the wound? Such as sand, metal shavings, or wood splinters. There may be necrotic tissue and a hematoma present. Smoking and drinking alcohol can both have an impact. It's important to clean the dirty biofilm daily. At 28 years old, yo...[Read More] Managing Chronic Wounds After a Car Accident: Knee Injury Care Tips
Is It Safe to Resume Sexual Activity After Injury Healing?
Ligament injury healing Hello doctor, I had sexual intercourse on January 17th and sustained an injury that caused significant bleeding. I saw a doctor the next day and had a follow-up appointment once. I have been applying medication daily, and it has mostly healed. I have been ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Please look for Dr. Chao-Jung Tsai![Read More] Is It Safe to Resume Sexual Activity After Injury Healing?
Understanding Purple Nails: Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention
Nail color Recently, the color of my fingernails and toenails seems to be leaning towards purple. Should this be considered as cyanosis or an abnormal color, or could it be due to weather factors?
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Cold weather is normal and has little impact on young people. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Purple Nails: Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Numbness After Finger Injury: Which Specialist to See?
Finger issues Last week, I accidentally cut my left hand index finger behind the second joint with a kitchen knife while working. It took about 5 minutes to stop the bleeding. After the wound healed, I noticed a small area of skin in front of the cut that has no sensation, simila...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! If you have injured a superficial nerve, taking vitamin B12 can promote wound healing, and there is no need to seek medical attention. Stay safe! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Numbness After Finger Injury: Which Specialist to See?
Post-Car Accident Wound Care: Concerns About Stitch Removal and Healing
Wound issues after a car accident? Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident on the 12th, and today, the 27th, I had my stitches removed. I would like to ask if walking and working after the stitches are removed could cause the wound to reopen. I usually walk with a limp to reduce th...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! You can simply apply the beauty patch outside. Make sure the beauty patch is perpendicular to the wound and extend it a bit longer. A 1 cm wound is manageable. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Car Accident Wound Care: Concerns About Stitch Removal and Healing
Dealing with Redness After Popping Pimples and Using Artificial Skin
After squeezing a pimple, the skin became injured, and applying artificial skin made it even redder? Hello Doctor, last week I squeezed a closed comedo and the surrounding skin got scraped. After that, I applied a topical acne medication, and once it scabbed over, I decided to us...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Artificial skin can trap oil, leading to inflammation. After scabbing, it's important to apply scar gel promptly to reduce scarring. Avoid fried foods, barbecued items, and sweets to prevent recurrence. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Dealing with Redness After Popping Pimples and Using Artificial Skin
Understanding Calf Hematomas: Healing and Recovery After Injury
Calf hematoma I had a car accident on January 10th, and the wound on my left calf has not fully healed. There is noticeable swelling around the wound, and it is painful when pressed. I would like to know if the swelling will gradually subside on its own.
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! An X-ray is used to check for any fractures, while an ultrasound is used to check for any hematomas. If neither is present, poor wound healing can cause swelling in the surrounding soft tissue. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment. Take care! Changhua Ho...[Read More] Understanding Calf Hematomas: Healing and Recovery After Injury
Managing Pain and Bruising in Toes After Long Hours of Walking
The toes are painful and numb, with a slight bruising phenomenon? Due to the sudden need to walk for over 10 hours, with a lot of hurried walking and stopping, my big toes are now painful and numb after resting, and each has a shallow bruise halfway. They hurt whether I'm we...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! It is recommended to buy better quality shoes, use pain relief patches on the soles of your feet, and take vitamin B12 to alleviate discomfort. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Managing Pain and Bruising in Toes After Long Hours of Walking
Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Managing Wound Concerns and Next Steps
Postoperative care for a fibroepithelial tumor? Hello, Dr. Lee. I had a fibrous tumor surgery two months ago, and last week I noticed pus at the wound site. After squeezing out the pus, I returned for a follow-up the next day. The doctor mentioned it was a reaction to the sutures...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! If you are allergic to absorbable sutures, it is best to remove the suture ends, although it may not be necessary for every stitch. Just remove the suture ends from the infected area. It is advisable to return for a follow-up consultation. Take care! Changhua Hospital care...[Read More] Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Managing Wound Concerns and Next Steps
Post-Mini-Invasive Surgery: Understanding Lymphatic Swelling and Pain
Minimally invasive breast fibroma, constrictive band compression, slight swelling of the lymphatic vessels in the chest? Hello, I would like to ask, I had minimally invasive surgery for three fibromas on my right breast a week ago. There is no discharge or redness around the woun...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Could you loosen the restraint a bit? It has been a week since it was applied. Please check with your doctor if it can be removed. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Mini-Invasive Surgery: Understanding Lymphatic Swelling and Pain
Post-Car Accident: Managing Tibial Fracture and Slow Healing Wound
After the car accident, there is a tibial fracture, swelling in the right foot, and slow wound healing? Dear Dr. Lee, On December 11, 2023, I was involved in a car accident where my right foot was crushed under the front wheel of an SUV for approximately three minutes. This resu...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Would you recommend seeing a plastic surgeon for the management of edema and wound care? Or should I consider other further treatments? Yes, first it is important to confirm whether the wound is infected and if there are any foreign bodies retained in the soft tissue. Seco...[Read More] Post-Car Accident: Managing Tibial Fracture and Slow Healing Wound
Comparing Treatments: Debridement vs. Keratolytic Cream for Wound Care
The doctor at the clinic prescribed a keratolytic ointment for the debridement of a quarter-sized wound from a car accident? Hello Dr. Lee, I had a car accident on December 22 and sustained a contusion on my calf. After undergoing debridement on January 4, I am still experiencing...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! Actually, it doesn't matter which ointment you use, as long as it is sterile and does not come into contact with tap water. You should change the dressing with sterile saline solution once or twice a day, ensuring to remove the dirty biofilm from the surface before ch...[Read More] Comparing Treatments: Debridement vs. Keratolytic Cream for Wound Care
Understanding Pain and Stiffness After Bending the Right Knee
Pain in the right leg when bending and then straightening? Hello Doctor: One night, I suddenly experienced severe pain on the outer side of my right knee. The pain would come and go, but when I woke up the next day, it was only sore and did not hurt anymore. Now, I don't fee...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! For young individuals, it's important to check for any injuries. Sometimes, they may feel fine, but there could be damage to the meniscus or the cruciate ligaments, and there may be bone contusions as well. It is recommended to see an orthopedic specialist for an exam...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Stiffness After Bending the Right Knee
Post-Accident Wound Care: Expert Advice on Stitch Management
After a car accident on the night of December 11, how to properly care for sutures? Hello Dr. Lee, I had a car accident on December 11, resulting in an injury above my ankle. I received nine stitches in the emergency room. The photo below was taken on the morning of December 16 w...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! The photo appears to show cellulitis, and the blood circulation is not very good. After changing the dressing, clean the area with sterile saline solution; of course, the tissue fluid inside should be drained, apply ointment, and cover it with a gauze. The wound should not...[Read More] Post-Accident Wound Care: Expert Advice on Stitch Management
Post-Surgery Swelling of Groin Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns
Postoperative swelling of inguinal lymph nodes? Hello Dr. Lee: I underwent a right thigh lymph node excision surgery two weeks ago, and the pathology results indicate stage II follicular lymphoma. Since the surgery, the wound has been very swollen (about the size of a duck egg), ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai reply Surgery
Hello! After surgery on the lymph nodes, there may be lymphatic fluid leakage from the nearby lymphatic vessels, which can be more pronounced in cases of malignant lymph nodes. It is recommended to consult a hematologist-oncologist for the next phase of treatment as soon as possi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Swelling of Groin Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns