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?
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
Post-Double Eyelid Surgery Concerns: Recovery and Expectations
Post-operative issues after double eyelid surgery? On September 20, I had double eyelid surgery and now my vision is blurry. How long will it take for my vision to return to normal? After the surgery, should I make an effort to open my eyes wide? After the stitches are removed, h...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
You can visit the outpatient clinic for a detailed consultation, which will facilitate accurate assessment. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Post-Double Eyelid Surgery Concerns: Recovery and Expectations
Does Hot Compressing Affect the Longevity of Double Eyelid Surgery?
Double eyelid surgery Hello Dr. Chou, due to my dry eye syndrome, I need to apply warm compresses to my eyes daily. I would like to ask if having undergone double eyelid surgery a year ago would affect the longevity of the sutures due to prolonged warm compressing. My main concer...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Yes, repeatedly rubbing or massaging the eyelids, frequently blinking, laughing, or crying can easily cause the sutures from double eyelid surgery to loosen at the adhesion points. 2. For dry eye syndrome, it is important to see an ophthalmologist for eye drops or artificial...[Read More] Does Hot Compressing Affect the Longevity of Double Eyelid Surgery?
Post Double Eyelid Surgery: Is Pain and Redness Normal After Three Months?
Questions about double eyelid surgery three months post-operation? I would like to inquire about my experience three months after double eyelid surgery. When I gently press on my eyes with a sponge while washing my face, I feel a slight pulling and stinging sensation at the creas...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: It may be related to the location of the suture line, but this still needs to be discussed with the surgeon at the time. The Changhua Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare is concerned about you.[Read More] Post Double Eyelid Surgery: Is Pain and Redness Normal After Three Months?
Will Double Eyelid Surgery Scars Fade to Normal Skin Color?
Double eyelid surgery - white scar? After double eyelid surgery, if there is a white scar on the eyelid two days post-suture removal, will that scar return to a normal skin color?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It takes about one month for the double eyelid sutures to heal properly, so please be patient.[Read More] Will Double Eyelid Surgery Scars Fade to Normal Skin Color?
Will My Eyelid Scar Heal to Normal Color After Double Eyelid Surgery?
Double eyelid surgery, white scar? After double eyelid surgery, if there is a white scar on the eyelid two days post-surgery, will that scar return to a normal skin color?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It takes about one month for the double eyelid sutures to heal properly, so please be patient.[Read More] Will My Eyelid Scar Heal to Normal Color After Double Eyelid Surgery?
Uneven Eyes After Car Accident: Causes and Solutions
Unequal pupil size after a car accident? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I was in a car accident, and at that time, my left eye was constantly closed and I couldn't open it. Although I can open it now, it is no longer the same size as before, especially when I look up or down,...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
These issues require a complete medical history assessment, physical examination, and radiological examination.[Read More] Uneven Eyes After Car Accident: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eyelid Incomplete Closure After Double Eyelid Surgery
Incomplete eyelid closure Hello Doctor, This summer, I underwent double eyelid surgery at a plastic surgery clinic due to ingrown eyelashes (the procedure was done by cutting, and I already had double eyelids). It has been almost five months since the surgery, but my upper eyel...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. In this situation, it is quite rare to have issues with eyelids that cannot close. 2. Generally, if after several months (approximately 8-12 months) of swelling subsiding, the eyelids still cannot close, surgery may be necessary. 3. You can go to a trusted hospital or seek...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Incomplete Closure After Double Eyelid Surgery
Understanding Post-Eyelid Surgery Swelling: Duration and Solutions
Post-operative swelling after double eyelid surgery? Hello doctor, today is the 28th day after my double eyelid surgery, but there is still some swelling. I went for a follow-up at the clinic, and the doctor advised me to continue with warm compresses, but the effect is not very ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Postoperative swelling injections are not the appropriate treatment; maintaining a normal routine and allowing the swelling to subside gradually is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Post-Eyelid Surgery Swelling: Duration and Solutions
Understanding Eyelid Fat and Its Impact on Aging and Surgery Options
Eyelid fat hypertrophy leading to ptosis? My mother has thick upper eyelid fat, and as she ages, her upper eyelids have gradually drooped, recently to the point where they cover half of her eyes. She has been experiencing a foreign body sensation in her eyes, which has led her to...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Everyone experiences the same process; as we age, the skin throughout the body becomes lax and gradually saggy. The eyelids are no exception and tend to droop with age. Sometimes, excessive and heavy folds can lead to difficulty in fully opening the eyes or can put pressure on...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Fat and Its Impact on Aging and Surgery Options
Understanding Double Eyelid Surgery: Techniques and Longevity of Results
Eye problems Hello, doctor: I would like to inquire about the suturing or cutting technique for double eyelid surgery to enhance the size of my eyes. I have heard that the crease may disappear after a few years. With the suturing technique, can I transform a single inner double e...
Dr. Shi Wenbin Reply:
Hello, online user: Using sutures for double eyelids tends to result in a shallower crease and has a higher chance of loosening compared to surgical incision. Additionally, it is certainly possible to correct asymmetry between single and double eyelids, but it is recommended to p...[Read More] Understanding Double Eyelid Surgery: Techniques and Longevity of Results
Understanding Eyelid Issues: Can You Fix Your Natural Double Eyelids?
Regarding double eyelids? I would like to ask, if someone is born with double eyelids but they only appear when the eyes are forcefully opened, otherwise the eyelids almost cover half of the pupils, is this considered ptosis? I didn't have this issue when I was younger, whic...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. The definition of ptosis is that when both eyes are looking straight ahead, the eyelids should cover the corneas by approximately 2 to 3 mm. If the coverage exceeds 2 to 3 mm, it is considered ptosis. 2. "Having double eyelids that only appear when the eyes are forcefully...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Issues: Can You Fix Your Natural Double Eyelids?
Can Eyelash Inversion in a 9-Year-Old Be Treated with Eyelid Surgery?
Inward-growing eyelashes? My daughter is 9 years old and has inward-growing eyelashes. Is it possible for her to undergo double eyelid surgery?
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
If the upper eyelashes are inverted, double eyelid surgery can be performed to improve the condition. However, if the lower eyelashes are inverted, double eyelid surgery will not be effective. For a 9-year-old child who can cooperate and follow instructions, local anesthesia can ...[Read More] Can Eyelash Inversion in a 9-Year-Old Be Treated with Eyelid Surgery?
Solutions for Small Eyes and Droopy Corners: Expert Advice
Eye problems? Hello Dr. Chou: I have relatively small eyes, and the outer corners are slightly droopy, which makes me look tired. Is there a surgery that can address both of these issues at the same time? Additionally, I've heard that sutured double eyelids may fade over tim...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Double eyelid surgery can address two issues for you (drooping eyelids + drooping outer corners of the eyes), but I'm not quite sure what "smaller eyes" means. Generally, eyelid surgery does not involve altering the "eyes" themselves. 2. Sutured double...[Read More] Solutions for Small Eyes and Droopy Corners: Expert Advice
Double Eyelid Surgery: Stitch vs. Cut for Natural Results
Inner double eyelids Can the eyelids be transformed from monolid to double eyelids using sutures or incisions? Which method, suturing or incision, appears more natural?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It's hard to say which method is more natural; whatever looks pleasing is considered natural! Whether to use sutures or incisions depends on individual conditions, such as the degree of puffiness and whether there is excess eyelid skin, among other factors.[Read More] Double Eyelid Surgery: Stitch vs. Cut for Natural Results
Understanding Double Eyelid Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Expert Choices
Double eyelid surgery What is the current failure rate for double eyelid surgery with today's technology? Should I go to a plastic surgeon or an ophthalmologist for the procedure? How many days will the swelling last after the surgery? Is the decision to cut or suture made b...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The success rate of double eyelid surgery should not be measured by failure rates, but rather by satisfaction rates. Simple suture double eyelid procedures can be performed in ophthalmology and are relatively inexpensive. However, if additional skin excision or fat removal is nee...[Read More] Understanding Double Eyelid Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Expert Choices
Double Eyelid Surgery: Risks, Benefits, and Long-Term Effects Explained
I want to get double eyelid surgery? I am a girl who loves beauty... I have had monolid eyes since I was little. Ever since I learned to use double eyelid tape at 16, I have been applying it almost every day. By the end of the day, even after removing my makeup, the shape of my d...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
If you are satisfied with the double eyelids created by tape, you might consider using sutures. As you age, you can opt for surgery if needed.[Read More] Double Eyelid Surgery: Risks, Benefits, and Long-Term Effects Explained
Will Double Eyelid Surgery Leave Scars? What You Need to Know
Double eyelid surgery Will there be scars if I get double eyelid surgery? Will the scars be very noticeable? Can I have the surgery done on-site?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Double eyelid surgery may result in scarring, but over time, the scars will become less noticeable. The procedure requires coordination between the physician and the staff, and typically, an appointment is necessary.[Read More] Will Double Eyelid Surgery Leave Scars? What You Need to Know
Cost and Insurance for Double Eyelid Surgery with Inward Eyelashes
Is there a condition where the upper eyelashes grow inward? The cost of eyelash inversion surgery combined with double eyelid surgery can vary widely depending on the clinic and the surgeon's expertise. Generally, the price range for such procedures in Taiwan can be between ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Inverted upper eyelashes causing eye problems may be eligible for coverage under health insurance for ophthalmic surgery. If one opts for surgery in the plastic surgery department, it is primarily for aesthetic considerations, but it will likely be out-of-pocket, costing approxim...[Read More] Cost and Insurance for Double Eyelid Surgery with Inward Eyelashes