Can You Fly After Reconstructive Surgery? Important Considerations
Is it safe to fly after reconstructive surgery? Hello Dr. Chou, due to a family member's hand injury from work a year ago, they underwent reconstructive surgery involving blood vessels, ligaments, bones, skin grafting, and tissue augmentation. They also have a history of ele...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. One year after the reconstructive surgery, the scar or tissue should theoretically have matured, and you should be able to fly. 2. However, it is still advisable to consult your original attending physician for a more accurate assessment of your specific situation.[Read More] Can You Fly After Reconstructive Surgery? Important Considerations
Managing Ankle Injuries from Car Accidents: Skin Grafting and Recovery Tips
Ankle injury from a car accident? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you about a recent ankle sprain I sustained from a car accident. The wound is classified as a third-degree burn, with eschar formation, and I have already undergone debridement once. Considering that it is on th...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Skin grafting is performed to accelerate wound healing, as prolonged healing can lead to scarring. Generally, it is advisable to close the wound as soon as possible among the elective procedures, and then consider the issue of scarring.[Read More] Managing Ankle Injuries from Car Accidents: Skin Grafting and Recovery Tips
Do Second to Third Degree Burns Always Require Surgery? Exploring Treatment Options
Do second-degree to third-degree burns always require surgery? Last week, I suffered a burn from a motorcycle exhaust pipe after a fall. The first doctor I saw said my burn was not serious and advised me to apply ointment at home. However, the doctor at the wound care clinic sugg...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It depends! It depends on how well the condition is managed. A second-degree burn that progresses to a third-degree burn may require surgery, while a second-degree burn that improves to a superficial second-degree burn may not require surgery.[Read More] Do Second to Third Degree Burns Always Require Surgery? Exploring Treatment Options
Understanding Pressure Ulcer Healing: Concerns and Solutions for Wheelchair Users
Pressure ulcer wound..? Hello doctor, I am a person who needs to sit in a wheelchair for a long time, and I do not have diabetes. Two years ago, I developed a pressure ulcer on my ischial area, which required debridement at the hospital. The ulcer was about 2.5 cm deep and had a ...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: Depending on the situation, skin grafting or flap surgery can be arranged. You can come to the outpatient clinic for an appointment.[Read More] Understanding Pressure Ulcer Healing: Concerns and Solutions for Wheelchair Users
Effective Strategies for Scar Improvement After Skin Grafting Surgery
Methods of Repair After Skin Grafting Hello, doctor. I underwent a skin graft surgery to remove a tattoo on August 19. During the pre-operative consultations, the surgeon mentioned that there would be a small scar afterward. However, nearly three months have passed, and the large...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
These are the current standard treatment principles; discuss them carefully with your attending physician before proceeding to the next step.[Read More] Effective Strategies for Scar Improvement After Skin Grafting Surgery
Post-Operative Recovery Concerns After Finger Amputation
Postoperative recovery issues following finger amputation? Hello Doctor, I had an accident in mid-January where the tip of my finger was crushed by a machine. After being taken to the hospital, the doctor assessed that the chances of reattachment were low, so I opted to forgo the...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. It has been a month and a half; if there is no color change to a healthy pink, it is likely necrotic. 2. At this point, considerations should include: how much length to amputate, and whether skin grafts or flaps are necessary. 3. You can consult a plastic surgeon to discu...[Read More] Post-Operative Recovery Concerns After Finger Amputation
Options for Treating Scars After Laser Treatment for Hemangiomas
Scarring after laser treatment for hemangiomas? Hello, I have a hemangioma on my face. I underwent laser treatment for it when I was very young, but the scars have remained. At that time, the doctor suggested waiting until I grew up to address it. Currently, the area is uneven an...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello; based solely on your description of the scar, it is difficult to assess without a photo. I recommend coming in for a clinical evaluation. Generally, it can be treated, so there is no need to worry. The Changhua Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare is concerned ab...[Read More] Options for Treating Scars After Laser Treatment for Hemangiomas
Understanding Skin Necrosis: Treatment and Healing After Injury
Necrosis of the skin at the wound site? After the car accident on April 1st, I had abrasions on the dorsum of my right foot and went to the clinic for a dressing change. Today, the doctor mentioned that there is a patch of necrotic tissue that needs to be removed. The process was...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello; if it does not fall off naturally, subsequent debridement may be necessary, and skin grafting might be required. It is recommended to follow up with the plastic surgery outpatient clinic. The Ministry of Health and Welfare Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Skin Necrosis: Treatment and Healing After Injury
Addressing Post-Surgery Concerns: Issues with Foreskin Surgery
Prepuce issues Hello Doctor: 1. After the circumcision surgery, a doctor diagnosed me with symptoms of a subcutaneous cyst, but why did the doctor advise me to consult the original surgeon for the procedure? 2. There is too much remaining inner foreskin and frenulum, resulting in...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Postoperative wound issues are best understood by the primary surgeon who performed the procedure. 2. Scar reconstruction can sometimes be quite challenging. Most of the time, new scars replace old ones, and the appearance may not achieve perfection. It is advisable to consul...[Read More] Addressing Post-Surgery Concerns: Issues with Foreskin Surgery
Understanding Skin Reconstruction Options After Breast Cancer Surgery
Regarding breast cancer surgery and tissue reconstruction? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a question regarding skin grafting after breast cancer surgery. My mother is a breast cancer patient (stage III to IV) and has a large wound on her left breast that originally extended d...
Dr. Lin Zhemin Reply:
A physician must not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or provide a diagnosis without a personal examination. After a mastectomy, skin (tissue) reconstruction is necessary. If it is not possible to use tissue from the abdomen, flaps must be taken from the buttocks or ot...[Read More] Understanding Skin Reconstruction Options After Breast Cancer Surgery
Post-Skin Graft Care: Understanding Healing and Scar Management
Post-skin graft suture removal? Hello, my daughter underwent a skin graft two weeks ago for a burn on her left arm, and the skin was taken from her groin area. Today, the stitches were removed. We asked the doctor about using silicone gel sheets or any follow-up care, and the doc...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The area where the skin graft was taken may feel firm during the healing process. The groin area does not require any special ointment; simply apply the lotion as prescribed by the physician for the graft site.[Read More] Post-Skin Graft Care: Understanding Healing and Scar Management
Post-Skin Grafting: Understanding Pain After Stitch Removal
Two weeks after skin grafting, the cosmetic sutures were removed? I would like to ask, in May, I suffered a third-degree burn on my ankle due to a car fire. After being hospitalized for a month, I underwent a skin graft surgery. Today, I just had the removal of over twenty cosmet...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
It is normal to experience pain after suture removal following a skin graft, and it typically improves within 6 to 8 weeks.[Read More] Post-Skin Grafting: Understanding Pain After Stitch Removal
How to Correct Excessive Circumcision: Options for Restoration
What should be done if too much foreskin has been removed? Hello Dr. Chou, I underwent a circumcision surgery over a decade ago due to phimosis. At that time, I was quite young and thought it would be sufficient for the glans to be exposed. Later, I began to notice that it seeme...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. When there are scars or insufficient skin, contractures may occur, leading to deformities. 2. To address this issue, the following methods are commonly used: 1. Z or Y scar reconstruction 2. Tissue expanders: for skin expansion 3. Skin grafting 4. Flap surgery 5. Scar injectio...[Read More] How to Correct Excessive Circumcision: Options for Restoration
Scar Revision and Skin Grafting for Burn Injuries on Hands
Burn injury on the dorsal side of the hand at the finger joints? Hello Doctor, I sustained a second-degree burn on the joints of my fingers on the back of my hand at the end of February this year, and I underwent debridement surgery without skin grafting. However, as of December,...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Burns on the dorsal side of the fingers are prone to developing severe scarring issues. 2. If, after an injury, there is limited range of motion (ROM) in the fingers even after aggressive rehabilitation for one year, skin grafting surgery may be considered for treatment. At th...[Read More] Scar Revision and Skin Grafting for Burn Injuries on Hands
Understanding Darkening Scars: Causes and Treatments After Surgery
Scars darken when exposed to heat? Hello Doctor, I had a car accident in early December last year, resulting in a severe laceration on the dorsum of my foot (with the tendon of my big toe exposed). The emergency physician performed a suturing procedure, and a week later, I underw...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Scars that appear red or black indicate insufficient healing, and it is recommended to use artificial skin for care for 3 to 6 months. You may also consider consulting a plastic surgeon for scar reduction injections.[Read More] Understanding Darkening Scars: Causes and Treatments After Surgery
Effective Scar Revision Techniques for Post-Injury Recovery
Scar revision I have a large scar on my leg due to a car accident, which extends from the upper inner thigh down to a circle around the knee. At that time, the doctors performed skin graft surgery on both sides of my knee. Now, the edges of the skin graft are raised and red, and ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Large scars are difficult to manage. In recent years, there has been a surgical procedure involving fat grafting, which you can consult with a physician experienced in this technique.[Read More] Effective Scar Revision Techniques for Post-Injury Recovery
Effective Scar Treatment Options for Severe Burn Injuries
Burn scars Hello! When I was about eight months old, I accidentally spilled hot water on my arm while playing with a kettle, resulting in large scars that cover almost my entire arm. During the skin graft surgery, scalp tissue was used. The grafted skin around the joint feels har...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The possibility of completely removing scars is extremely low. Tattooing is also an option; you can seek an evaluation from a reputable artist.[Read More] Effective Scar Treatment Options for Severe Burn Injuries
Can Artificial Skin Be Used for Treating Finger Burns in Children?
Can artificial skin be applied to treat burns on the fingers? Hello, my child is six years old and recently suffered a burn on the fingers, classified as a second-degree burn. The middle finger has a deep second-degree burn, while the index and ring fingers have superficial secon...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Whether skin grafting is necessary can only be determined during an outpatient consultation, and the suitability for artificial skin also requires evaluation. In summary, burn injuries should be assessed in a plastic surgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Can Artificial Skin Be Used for Treating Finger Burns in Children?
Using Beauty Tape After Skin Grafting: Expert Advice and Tips
Skin grafting Thank you for your inquiry, doctor! After the skin graft surgery on the index finger, is it okay to use cosmetic tape? How long should it be applied?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Hello: The skin graft area should be protected with a lotion; for those with higher requirements, a medical-grade lotion can be used, such as Terproline.[Read More] Using Beauty Tape After Skin Grafting: Expert Advice and Tips
Recovery Tips for Hand Injuries: Skin Grafts and Nail Trauma
Injured right hand! Hello, doctor! I had a skin graft surgery on my index finger, where tissue was taken from the palm to cover it. The tip of my ring finger was broken off and not reattached, but it was sutured. Now, 20 days later, can I bend it? My index finger no longer hurts,...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Removing the stitches after 20 days should be feasible. There are some small nerve endings at the cut ends, which may cause pain for a while. The skin graft area on the wrist can be managed with artificial skin to make the scar less noticeable.[Read More] Recovery Tips for Hand Injuries: Skin Grafts and Nail Trauma