Rabies and Tetanus Vaccine Concerns After Dog Bite: What You Need to Know
Rabies and tetanus vaccine issues? Hello, doctor. I was bitten by a dog on June 28, but there was no bleeding, and I couldn't see any visible wound, just a little redness and bruising. After work, I went to see a doctor, who took a quick look and told me that I didn't n...
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Unless the dog bite appears to be obviously abnormal, the theoretical risk of rabies is extremely low, and rabies vaccination is not necessary. If there is throbbing pain at the wound site, it is an inflammatory response, and further observation of subsequent changes is required.[Read More] Rabies and Tetanus Vaccine Concerns After Dog Bite: What You Need to Know
Understanding Healing Time for Glass Cut Injuries in Teens
Glass laceration A high school student has a 3 cm laceration in the shape of a hook on the right foot caused by glass. How long is it normal for the wound to ooze blood after being stitched?
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A 3 cm irregular wound requires assessment based on the depth of the wound and whether any blood vessels have been affected. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Healing Time for Glass Cut Injuries in Teens
Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Complications After Surgery
One month after appendectomy, sudden pain in the lower right abdomen? Hello, doctor. I was diagnosed with acute appendicitis on June 17 and underwent surgery that same night. There was not much pus in my abdomen, so no drainage tube was inserted. The surgeon only cleaned the pus ...
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Based on your description, this is postoperative neuropathic pain following acute appendicitis. Currently, only conservative treatment is available, which includes the use of oral analgesics.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Complications After Surgery
Can You Swim in the Ocean with Suspected Anal Fissures?
If you suspect you have an anal fissure, it is generally advisable to avoid swimming in seawater until the condition improves. Saltwater can irritate the sensitive tissue and may exacerbate discomfort or delay healing. It's best to consult with a healthcare professional for ...
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Based on your description, it is likely that you have a hemorrhoid with a possible skin tear. Unless there is significant pain or persistent bleeding, theoretically, it should not affect water activities.[Read More] Can You Swim in the Ocean with Suspected Anal Fissures?
Fainted in the Bathroom: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Head Injury
Fainted in the bathroom and hit the back right side of the head? I fainted in the bathroom and hit the back right side of my head (approximately above the right ear). When I woke up, my hand felt a bit weak, but after a day, aside from some swelling in my head and lingering pain ...
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If you experience persistent pain or dizziness, please visit a hospital for examination. Thank you.[Read More] Fainted in the Bathroom: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Head Injury
Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: When to Resume Exercise and Alcohol?
How long after a pneumothorax surgery can one exercise or drink alcohol? Hello, I have a puncture wound that caused a lung rupture, resulting in a pneumothorax. After my surgery, how long should I wait before drinking alcohol and exercising? Thank you. 🙏
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Postoperative dietary restrictions are generally not specific; however, alcohol consumption and exercise may be related to the size of your lung defect and the specifics of the surgery. More detailed information is needed for a proper assessment, so it is advisable to consult you...[Read More] Post-Pneumothorax Surgery: When to Resume Exercise and Alcohol?
Post-Colon Cancer Surgery: Should We Change Hospitals for Lung Tumor Surgery?
Inquiry about lung surgery after colorectal cancer surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my family member who has recently undergone surgery for colon cancer and has also developed tumors in the lungs. Despite having received preoperative chemotherapy, new lung tumors...
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Your family member has a condition of post-colon cancer surgery, with suspected lung tumors that may have metastasized from the colon cancer. If the lung tumors are indeed suspected to be metastatic from the colon cancer and are operable, it is certainly worth considering a surgi...[Read More] Post-Colon Cancer Surgery: Should We Change Hospitals for Lung Tumor Surgery?
Post-Appendectomy Right Abdominal Pain: Is It Normal After Two Weeks?
Right abdominal pain two weeks after appendectomy? Hello Doctor, I underwent an appendectomy on May 2nd and was discharged on May 5th. I took antibiotics and painkillers until May 9th and rested at home until May 17th. I returned to work on May 18th, where I need to stand for 8 h...
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Appendectomy on May 2; mild pain at the incision site during work on May 18 is normal. If the pain persists or does not improve, it is recommended to return for follow-up.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Right Abdominal Pain: Is It Normal After Two Weeks?
Post-Anal Fistula Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello, doctor. I recently underwent anal fistula surgery, and the wound measures 2x2 cm. The doctor did not prescribe any antibiotics; is this normal? I also noticed that my wound is connected to my anus; is this also normal? The doctor advised against s...
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1. Anal fistulas are primarily treated surgically, and antibiotics are not required. 2. A fistula is an abnormal channel; after the drainage of an anal abscess, more than half of the cases will leave behind an inflammatory tract connecting the anal glands to the anal opening. 3. ...[Read More] Post-Anal Fistula Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Post-Appendectomy Right Abdominal Pain: Is It Normal?
Postoperative right abdominal pain after appendectomy? I underwent an appendectomy on February 22, which led to peritonitis and sepsis. I was discharged on February 27 and returned for a follow-up appointment on March 4 to have my stitches removed. I have continued taking antibio...
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The "swelling and pain in the lower right abdomen you mentioned on 2/7 should actually refer to 3/7," which is approximately one month post-surgery. After an appendectomy, whether performed via traditional open surgery or laparoscopic technique, it is normal to experien...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Right Abdominal Pain: Is It Normal?
Can You Use Vaseline After Warm Sitz Baths for Anal Fissures?
Warm sitz bath for anal fissures? Is it okay to apply petroleum jelly to the anal area after a sitz bath for anal fissures if I experience itching? If I apply it too often, will it lead to dependency, causing itching when I don't use it?
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It is normal to experience itching during the healing process of an anal fissure. Vaseline primarily serves as a moisturizer, and its use is not directly related to the itching sensation.[Read More] Can You Use Vaseline After Warm Sitz Baths for Anal Fissures?
Post-Hernia Surgery: Concerns About Enlarged Testicle and Next Steps
Post-Hernia Surgery Four years after hernia surgery, the left testicle has become the size of a duck egg, but it is not painful. The doctor initially said it would gradually return to its original size, but it has not. Will this condition lead to any complications in the long ter...
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If there has been no improvement after 4 years, it is recommended to return to the original surgeon's clinic for follow-up examinations.[Read More] Post-Hernia Surgery: Concerns About Enlarged Testicle and Next Steps
Understanding Anal Pain While Walking: Causes and Solutions
Anal pain while walking? Hello doctor, in November 2021, I sought medical attention due to blood in my stool and severe pain in my anus. The doctor diagnosed me with an anal fissure after performing a rectal examination, stating that it would heal on its own and did not prescribe...
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It is possible that the pain is due to nerve pain from scar tissue after the healing of an anal fissure. Theoretically, this should improve over time, so it would be advisable to monitor the situation for a while longer.[Read More] Understanding Anal Pain While Walking: Causes and Solutions
Post-Closure Concerns: Understanding Pain and Scarring After Surgery
Post-stoma reversal Hello: I had my stoma reversed in early December 2021, and I occasionally experience mild cramping around my navel. Is this normal? After the reversal, I have a scar about 8 centimeters deep on my abdomen. Will this scar be permanent? Thank you.
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Scarring after abdominal wound healing can sometimes lead to nearby neuropathic pain, which is considered a normal phenomenon. Initially, the scar from an ostomy reversal may appear uneven, which is also normal and should improve over time.[Read More] Post-Closure Concerns: Understanding Pain and Scarring After Surgery
Understanding Anal Masses: Causes and When to Seek Help
Perianal mass Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a small lump that has recently appeared next to my left anal area. The skin looks slightly bluish-purple, and there is no pain when I touch or press on it. Could this be a tumor or something else?
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Based on your description, the perianal lump may be a thrombosed hemorrhoid. If there is no significant pain, it indicates that there is no inflammation, and theoretically, it will resolve on its own over time. To confirm the diagnosis, please visit a hospital for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Anal Masses: Causes and When to Seek Help
Is Swelling Normal After Appendectomy? Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery
Swelling of the incision site after appendectomy? It has been 10 days since your appendectomy and 3 days since your stitches were removed, but the wound is still swollen. Is there a problem?
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Post-operative swelling of the appendectomy wound (whether from traditional surgery or laparoscopic surgery) without significant pain or discharge is likely due to fibrous tissue formation as part of the healing process. This should theoretically improve over time. However, if th...[Read More] Is Swelling Normal After Appendectomy? Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery
Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Risks and Monitoring After Trauma
Intracranial hemorrhage I would like to ask the doctor: A patient in their 60s had a car accident and was in good mental condition afterward. An evening CT scan of the brain revealed intracranial hemorrhage, but the patient's mental status remained stable for 2-3 days. On th...
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According to your description, after the car accident, intracranial hemorrhage was observed. A follow-up CT scan of the brain four days later showed an increase in the volume of bleeding. Although the mental status is stable, the hemorrhage may still be ongoing, indicating an uns...[Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Risks and Monitoring After Trauma
Managing Foreign Objects in Blood Vessels: Risks and Surgical Options
Foreign body in the blood vessel? Hello, my family member underwent a vascular graft implantation surgery at the hospital. During the procedure, a foreign object (the doctor mentioned it was a plastic film) dislodged and flowed into the bloodstream. After a CT scan and X-ray imag...
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The plastic material used in artificial blood vessels does not show up on X-rays, making it impossible to remove them through radiological angiography. If surgical intervention is necessary, surgery is indeed the only option. However, the plastic material used in artificial blood...[Read More] Managing Foreign Objects in Blood Vessels: Risks and Surgical Options
Post-rupture Treatment for Cysts: What You Need to Know
Post-treatment care for a ruptured pilonidal cyst? Hello, doctor. I have a sebaceous cyst on my right buttock. I have been receiving medication treatment at a dermatology clinic for two weeks. Last night, it suddenly ruptured and has been leaking pus. The cyst is red, and the wou...
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In cases of infected sebaceous cysts, treatment typically begins with medication and dressing changes. Once the infection is controlled and improved, surgical excision can be performed to reduce the wound size and decrease the likelihood of postoperative wound reinfection.[Read More] Post-rupture Treatment for Cysts: What You Need to Know
Understanding Rectal Strictures: Causes and Treatment Options
External anal mass I would like to ask the doctor, recently I have felt a firm, elongated lump on the left side of my anus (extending outward from the anal opening). It is painful when I press on it, but there is no pain during bowel movements, and there are no abnormal discharge...
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Based on your description, the perianal lump is difficult to diagnose. It is recommended that you visit a surgical outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Rectal Strictures: Causes and Treatment Options