Can Circumcision Be Reversed? Exploring Options for Sensitivity Relief
Is it possible to reconstruct the foreskin after circumcision if one regrets the decision? Hello Doctor: I have a question. After having my foreskin removed, my exposed glans is very sensitive. It's not an issue of premature ejaculation, but rather the friction from wearing ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
It should be unlikely; increased sensitivity after circumcision is normal and will improve after a few months.[Read More] Can Circumcision Be Reversed? Exploring Options for Sensitivity Relief
Should I Remove Keloid Scars During Surgery? Dietary Tips for Healing
Inquiry about keloid scars? Hello, doctor. Last year, I had surgery for a clavicle fracture due to a car accident, and after the surgery, I discovered that I had a 15 cm keloid scar. This year, I need to undergo another surgery to remove the internal plate. I would like to know i...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Diet should not be a concern. During the removal, a consultation with a plastic surgeon can be arranged for scar management. Afterwards, proper care with artificial skin should be maintained for 3 to 6 months.[Read More] Should I Remove Keloid Scars During Surgery? Dietary Tips for Healing
Recovery Tips After Finger Injury from Paper Shredder Accident
Finger injury from a paper shredder? During work, I accidentally put my hand into a shredder, resulting in severe injuries to my right ring finger and little finger. The tips of the fingers sustained some minor bone damage, and the flesh has been severely split. I have already un...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Increasing protein intake provides sufficient nutrients for wound healing, and vitamin C is also essential. It is important to avoid smoking, including secondhand smoke. There are no other dietary restrictions.[Read More] Recovery Tips After Finger Injury from Paper Shredder Accident
Can Plastic Surgery Effectively Remove Stretch Marks After Weight Loss?
Eliminating stretch marks? Dear Doctor, I used to be overweight, but I have lost some weight. However, the stretch marks on my abdomen and chest are still very noticeable. Can this condition be improved through cosmetic surgery?
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Some lotions, like Bounce Back, can slightly improve stretch marks, but cosmetic surgery is not an appropriate indication for this condition.[Read More] Can Plastic Surgery Effectively Remove Stretch Marks After Weight Loss?
Can You Get Cosmetic Moles for a Permanent Look?
Can moles be removed? I have very few moles, but I think having moles on my face, like beauty marks or moles on the bridge of my nose, looks nice. I would like to ask if it's possible to have moles 'added' to my face permanently.
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
It should not be possible.[Read More] Can You Get Cosmetic Moles for a Permanent Look?
Can You Get a Tattoo Over a Scar from a Hemangioma?
Can tattoos be applied over vascular scars? I have a hemangioma on the right side of my waist, which has healed, but there is a scar. I am planning to get a tattoo soon, but it will be right over that scar. Should I tattoo over it or is it better to avoid the scar?
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Tattooing is not advisable when the scar is red; it is acceptable once the scar has turned white.[Read More] Can You Get a Tattoo Over a Scar from a Hemangioma?
Can Burn Scars Be Treated? Insights on Breast Reconstruction Options
Burn scars Doctor: Hello. I am 24 years old. When I was 2 years old, I accidentally got burned by hot soup. I have scars on my hands, upper body, and legs, and my chest did not develop properly because of this. After so many years, is it still possible to treat these scars? Can m...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
If your breasts have sagged after having children, it indicates that they have developed to some extent, which is a common outcome observed in breast surgery at Mackay Memorial Hospital.[Read More] Can Burn Scars Be Treated? Insights on Breast Reconstruction Options
Scar Revision Surgery: Options, Procedures, and Recovery Explained
Scar revision surgery Hello, doctor. 1. I had a car accident over ten years ago that resulted in a fracture, and I have an 8 cm raised surgical scar on my thigh. Is it suitable for scar revision surgery? 2. Three years ago, I underwent laser lipolysis on my thigh at an aesthet...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Since previous injuries have a tendency to form raised scars and the results of scar revision surgery are not very satisfactory, it should be considered carefully.[Read More] Scar Revision Surgery: Options, Procedures, and Recovery Explained
Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Issues: Pigmentation Concerns
Post-laser pigmentation removal issues? Hello, I would like to inquire about a previous laser treatment for sweat gland tumors and pigmentation removal. Initially, I used artificial skin, but later developed an allergy to it and switched to applying ointment. Now, I notice that t...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
It is more likely that there is a mild allergic reaction leading to pigmentation changes, and a follow-up appointment should be scheduled promptly.[Read More] Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Issues: Pigmentation Concerns
Will My Eyebrow Grow Back After a Laceration from a Softball Injury?
Hit in the eyebrow by a softball? Doctor, I was hit in the eyebrow by a softball during class last Friday, resulting in a 2.5 cm laceration. The diagnosis on the surgical report is "Left eyelid laceration." I received 6 stitches. Will the hair in the injured area grow b...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
If the injury is not severe, it will heal and regenerate.[Read More] Will My Eyebrow Grow Back After a Laceration from a Softball Injury?
Understanding Chest Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest pain Hello, Dr. Lu. I would like to ask, recently I have been experiencing pain when pressing on a small protrusion on the right side of my chest (near the nipple). It has been almost a week, and the left side of my chest feels flat. What could this issue be?
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
If there is a slight inflammation for a week, you can consult a breast surgeon for medication. If the swelling persists for an extended period, further examinations will be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
White Substance Emerging from Surgical Wound: What to Do?
A thread-like substance is protruding from the wound? Hello, I would like to ask you about my cheek. I had a cyst removed and the stitches have been taken out, but recently I noticed a white substance coming out of the wound, and there is a little bleeding. I tried to see if I co...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
A white line on the facial wound likely indicates that internal sutures are surfacing. You should return to the clinic for the physician to address this.[Read More] White Substance Emerging from Surgical Wound: What to Do?
Can You Get a Tattoo with Keloids? Expert Insights on Safety
Keloids and tattoos? Hello Doctor: I previously had a keloid from a car accident that was treated with steroids to reduce swelling, but I have heard that it may recur. Does this mean it cannot be completely cured? Additionally, I have another question: Is it possible for someone ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Keloids typically form on skin that is prone to stretching, such as over joints. Injection treatments do not guarantee that they will not recur. A mature scar (white) is necessary for tattooing; otherwise, there is a higher risk of complications.[Read More] Can You Get a Tattoo with Keloids? Expert Insights on Safety
Understanding Gynecomastia: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Gynecomastia I am currently 26 years old, 176 cm tall, and weigh 85 kg. I feel that my chest is very large, and I don't look good in clothes. I often lack confidence... In the past, when I was in the military and lost weight, my chest did not noticeably decrease in size, so ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Consult with a plastic surgeon; it's not a very serious procedure. Liposuction combined with a power-assisted liposuction technique can reduce the size by half. The cost of this surgery is approximately 80,000 to 100,000 NTD, and the recovery period is about one week.[Read More] Understanding Gynecomastia: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Understanding Male Gynecomastia Surgery: Costs, Benefits, and Recommendations
Gynecomastia surgery for males? Hello Doctor, I am 178 cm tall, weigh 80 kg, and am 22 years old. I was very overweight as a child, almost reaching 100 kg, but I have lost weight and am currently at this weight. However, I am certain that I have gynecomastia, and no matter how mu...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Consult with a plastic surgeon; it's not a serious issue. A small procedure using liposuction combined with a power-assisted liposuction device can reduce the size by half. This surgery costs approximately 80,000 to 100,000 NTD, with a recovery period of about one week.[Read More] Understanding Male Gynecomastia Surgery: Costs, Benefits, and Recommendations
Understanding Inverted Nipple Surgery Complications and Recovery
Nipple inversion Hello, doctor. I have some questions to ask. I underwent autologous breast augmentation and inverted nipple surgery before the Lunar New Year last year. Two months post-surgery, I developed acute mastitis in my left breast. After treatment, I have been experienci...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Hello: You may need to consult the original physician who performed the procedure for your inverted nipple to check if any sutures were left behind, or to consider a planned intervention. Lu Dao-Kuan[Read More] Understanding Inverted Nipple Surgery Complications and Recovery
Effective Treatments and Tips for Reducing Stretch Marks After Pregnancy
Stretch mark repair Hello, doctor: 1. Once stretch marks have developed, what are the emergency measures to fade them? Is heat therapy effective? 2. What is the golden period for recovery from postpartum stretch marks? 3. If medical aesthetic assistance is needed, which treatme...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Stretch marks are caused by the rupture of the dermal tissue in the abdomen. Applying moisturizing lotions can help to lighten them, but the use of retinoids is not recommended. Products like elastin creams can be effective, while other methods have limited results. Surgery is no...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Tips for Reducing Stretch Marks After Pregnancy
How to Address Thick Nasal Wings and Acne Scars for a Smooth Look
Cosmetic surgery Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my nose. The sides of my nostrils are quite thick and large, and the areas above the nostrils along the nasal bridge are swollen, making my nose appear "puffy." What can I do about the swelling and the redness aro...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
At 16 years old, having acne scars shouldn't be a major concern. It's important to take good care of your skin, as it may still be prone to breakouts. It's also normal for the skin around the nostrils to appear red.[Read More] How to Address Thick Nasal Wings and Acne Scars for a Smooth Look
Comparing Sweat Gland Removal: Hong Kong vs. Taiwan Options
Foul Fox Problem I am a student from Hong Kong and I have a problem with bromhidrosis. However, the cost of surgery in Hong Kong is too expensive for me to afford. There is a type of surgery in Hong Kong called minimally invasive rotational curettage for sweat gland removal. Is t...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Hello: Hong Kong residents can also undergo surgery in Taiwanese hospitals. The cost of minimally invasive rotational knife axillary gland removal in Taiwan varies from NT$25,000 to NT$60,000, with an effectiveness of about 90%. Ultrasound-assisted liposuction has a smaller incis...[Read More] Comparing Sweat Gland Removal: Hong Kong vs. Taiwan Options
Is Keloid Formation Genetic? Understanding Causes and Treatment Options
Is keloid hereditary? Hello, I am in sixth grade. One time, my mom was driving me out when we got hit by a car, and I injured my dermis. I have seen the doctor several times, and it was almost healed, but suddenly the wound turned into a keloid. Is keloid formation always congeni...
Dr. Lu Daokuan reply Plastic Surgery
Hello: Keloids are a phenomenon of wound hyperplasia. If there is no improvement after 6-8 weeks of care with artificial skin, please consult a plastic surgeon. Wishing you a speedy recovery![Read More] Is Keloid Formation Genetic? Understanding Causes and Treatment Options