Understanding Hyaluronic Acid Rhinoplasty: Effects, Longevity, and Recovery
Hyaluronic acid What is the effectiveness of the currently popular hyaluronic acid rhinoplasty? After the effect wears off, if no further injections are done, will it simply return to its original state or will there be any side effects? How does it compare to traditional rhinopl...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
The advantages of hyaluronic acid rhinoplasty are: minimal puncture wounds, quick and convenient procedure, and rapid recovery from redness and swelling (within one to two days). The disadvantages are: it is absorbed within six months to a year, and the cost is relatively high. I...[Read More] Understanding Hyaluronic Acid Rhinoplasty: Effects, Longevity, and Recovery
Understanding Septal Deviation and Nasal Bone Reduction Surgery
Deviated septum and nasal bone reduction? Hello Doctor: I visited you last time regarding my deviated septum and a bony protrusion on my nose. The doctor mentioned that if the septum is deviated and nasal bone reduction is needed, the health insurance would cover it. Could you pl...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Nasal bone reduction is a cosmetic surgery that is not covered by health insurance, while septoplasty is a covered procedure that requires hospitalization. Generally, fasting is required before surgery, and the scars are not easily visible.[Read More] Understanding Septal Deviation and Nasal Bone Reduction Surgery
Effective Scar Treatment Options for Burns in Young Children
Burn injury Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my son (1 year and 10 months old). He suffered a burn on the inner side of his hand from an exhaust pipe over a month ago. The wound is healing slowly, but I am concerned about the possibility of scarring. Are there any scar...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
For burn scars that are one month old, it is recommended to use artificial skin for about three months. If pigmentation has not faded by then, you may start using regular scar ointments.[Read More] Effective Scar Treatment Options for Burns in Young Children
Understanding Hyperhidrosis: Surgical Options and Risks for Teens
Bromhidrosis My 14-year-old daughter is quite troubled by her body odor. I would like to consult a doctor about whether surgery has any potential side effects and if there are other treatment options available.
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: Please refer to the response dated August 1, 2002. The excision of apocrine glands (sweat glands) is similar to a skin graft procedure, and it is necessary to restrict the movement of both shoulders for one week post-surgery to prevent graft failure. Possible complications...[Read More] Understanding Hyperhidrosis: Surgical Options and Risks for Teens
Understanding Rhinoplasty Recovery and Costs After Facial Injury
Perineorrhaphy Hello, doctor: I suffered a dental fracture due to a car accident, which resulted in a tooth penetrating through to the nasal area on the right side of my nose. The wound has healed well, leaving a scar from the surgery, but there are still sutures inside my upper ...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: 1. If the sutures on the inner lip mucosa have not fallen out after one week, they can certainly be removed, as this will be more comfortable and prevent any awkward sensations in the mouth. 2. The quality of scar formation depends not only on the suturing technique but al...[Read More] Understanding Rhinoplasty Recovery and Costs After Facial Injury
Effective Methods to Reduce Surgical Scars After Thymectomy
Surgical scar Hello, doctor. I underwent a thymectomy last September. Although the wound has healed, I am left with a long scar (without keloid) and two round scars from the drainage tubes. Could you please advise me on effective methods to lighten or eliminate these scars? I wou...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Dear Josh: Due to the fact that the physician has left our hospital, please consult another specialist regarding related issues. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Qishan Hospital.[Read More] Effective Methods to Reduce Surgical Scars After Thymectomy
Understanding Male Gynecomastia Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hospitalization
Gynecomastia surgery for men? Hello, what are the risks associated with gynecomastia surgery in males? How long does recovery take? Is hospitalization required? Is blood transfusion necessary? Thank you! Wishing you good health!
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: The risks are similar to any surgery, including the possibility of wound infection and hematoma. Of course, anesthesia itself also carries its own risks. Sutures can be removed one to two weeks post-surgery, and it is advisable to wear a custom-fitted compression garment f...[Read More] Understanding Male Gynecomastia Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hospitalization
Post-Surgery Scars: Understanding Complications and Care
Post-surgical scars Hello Doctor: I had surgery to remove a follicular cyst in early February, and since then I have been using adhesive bandages on the wound. The wound has healed. Recently, I noticed something that looks like a pimple at the site of the previous cyst, with a wh...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
I recently had surgery to remove a follicular tumor on my hand, and the wound has healed. Recently, at the site of the previous tumor, there is something that looks like a pimple, which may be a sebaceous cyst. This is not caused by an infection of the scar! It could be due to th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Scars: Understanding Complications and Care
Understanding Cellulitis in the Elderly: Risks and Treatment Options
An elderly person has a hole in their foot? Hello doctor, is it true that elderly people have a harder time recovering from cellulitis, especially when it occurs on the foot? My grandmother was hospitalized at Mackay Memorial Hospital for a while, but her condition worsened and s...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Elderly individuals with cellulitis may have a more difficult time recovering, primarily due to poorer blood circulation, weakened immune systems, or unstable diabetes management. In cases where there is a wound on the ankle and blood circulation is adequate, wounds typically hea...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis in the Elderly: Risks and Treatment Options
Effective Scar Management After Mole Removal: Tips and Techniques
What are the methods for scar treatment? The beauty tape that the doctor mentioned for minimizing the scar after the mole removal surgery refers to silicone gel sheets, not just regular breathable tape. The duration for which you should keep the silicone gel sheets on typically l...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Cosmetic adhesive strips and breathable tape are certainly different. If the wound is located in a highly mobile area (such as a joint), it is suitable to use cosmetic adhesive strips. If it is in a non-mobile area, artificial skin may be more convenient. Generally, if the goal i...[Read More] Effective Scar Management After Mole Removal: Tips and Techniques
Post-Mole Removal Care: Essential Tips for Diet and Wound Healing
What should be noted after mole removal? Doctor, I just had a mole removal surgery, but aside from the questions I asked, the doctor didn't provide any information about what I should pay attention to, such as diet or wound care. Could you please advise me on what I should b...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Smaller moles can be treated with cauterization, while larger ones require excision. There are no dietary restrictions, but it is advisable to avoid cigarettes. Wound care varies depending on the size of the wound; generally, facial wounds can be covered with ointment and may or ...[Read More] Post-Mole Removal Care: Essential Tips for Diet and Wound Healing
Recovery and Rehabilitation After Finger Surgery for Melanoma
Finger Hello Dr. Luo: I am a patient with melanoma. Recently, during a check-up of my previous finger surgery site, it was found that melanoma had recurred, and the doctor performed a more extensive excision down to the palm. The wound has healed, but the other four fingers are m...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
What is the extent of the amputation up to the palm? Is the curvature phenomenon caused by scar contracture? A thorough on-site assessment is necessary for further discussion.[Read More] Recovery and Rehabilitation After Finger Surgery for Melanoma
Managing Burn Injuries: Preventing Scars and Promoting Healing
Burns Hello, doctor: I would like to ask, if I have been burned by hot water and the affected area is red, swollen, and has blisters, I have purchased burn ointment to apply. Now the wound is itchy and the color is darker. Will this leave a scar in the future, and how should I ma...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Ms. Li: Scalding from hot water usually results in superficial second-degree burns; unless, at the time of the burn, you have rinsed the area with water at around 20 degrees Celsius for at least twenty minutes before going to the hospital. If you go to the hospital without rinsin...[Read More] Managing Burn Injuries: Preventing Scars and Promoting Healing
Understanding Acne Scars: Microdermabrasion vs. Laser and IPL Treatments
Acne scars can be treated using microdermabrasion, laser therapy, and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments? I previously consulted someone who said that microdermabrasion is the worst option because it removes surrounding healthy skin, making the depth of the skin depressions le...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
1. Laser treatment is not a panacea; currently, we cannot expect lasers to be able to regenerate normal, beautiful skin over scars. 2. Scar treatment, whether through traditional dermabrasion, multiple microdermabrasion sessions, or laser resurfacing, primarily involves removing...[Read More] Understanding Acne Scars: Microdermabrasion vs. Laser and IPL Treatments
Exploring Options for Apex Gland Curettage in Taiwan: Costs and Clinics
Endometrial curettage Over a year ago, I underwent a glandular curettage procedure at a dermatology clinic in Keelung, but it did not eliminate the issue and there was no improvement. I would like to inquire if neurosurgery departments perform this type of surgery, and if there a...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
The unpleasant odor from both armpits is caused by the breakdown of apocrine gland secretions by bacteria. Therefore, removing the apocrine glands should eliminate the odor. Neurosurgeons use thoracoscopic techniques to ablate the sympathetic ganglia, primarily to treat palmar hy...[Read More] Exploring Options for Apex Gland Curettage in Taiwan: Costs and Clinics
Managing Back Surgery Scars and Vascular Tumors: What You Need to Know
Back surgical scar Ten years ago, I had surgery for a vascular tumor on my back. After the surgery, the wound reopened, and I had to be stitched up twice. Now, I have a large scar on my back, and there is another vascular tumor next to it. Do I need to have surgery again? Also, h...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
There are several treatment options for vascular tumors: 1. Laser therapy: This is suitable for vascular tumors primarily composed of microvessels, but multiple sessions are often required to achieve the desired effect. 2. Sclerotherapy: This involves injecting a sclerosing agent...[Read More] Managing Back Surgery Scars and Vascular Tumors: What You Need to Know
Understanding Eyelid Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Reversibility
Eyelid surgery Is there a procedure to remove fat from the eyelids to make monolids appear larger? What is the approximate cost? Are there any permanent side effects? If one is not satisfied with the results of double eyelid surgery, can it be reverted back to the original appear...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If there is excess fat in the upper eyelid, it can be surgically removed to reduce the appearance of puffiness. However, to achieve a larger eye appearance, double eyelid surgery is necessary. The cost ranges from NT$15,000 to NT$30,000. Any surgery carries potential risks, inclu...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Reversibility
How to Remove Stitches Left Behind After Surgery: A Concern for Parents
Suture removal incomplete? My daughter just turned three years old and fell on April 21, 2002, resulting in five stitches on her forehead. The stitches were removed on April 27. Since then, the area where the stitches were has felt a bit rough to the touch. In June, a nursing fri...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Answer: If there are visible black spots on the surface, you can use a disinfected needle and very fine tweezers (or even microsurgical tweezers) to remove the foreign body. However, this is not the main challenge; the biggest difficulty is that your child is only three years old...[Read More] How to Remove Stitches Left Behind After Surgery: A Concern for Parents
Effective Scar Treatments: Understanding Keloids and Skin Lightening Options
Scar Hello Doctor: I have a scar from a fall I had previously. I bought a scar treatment cream; is it effective? Is the scar I have raised and bumpy a keloid? The scar has some dark spots; is there a way to lighten them? Otherwise, wearing a skirt looks so ugly! Thank you for you...
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Regarding Miss Xiao Xiao's wound from a fall, if it results in a prominent scar, it is usually due to a deeper injury, an infection in the wound care, or the wound being located in areas with greater tension, such as the knee, outer elbow, or ankle joints, which have a large...[Read More] Effective Scar Treatments: Understanding Keloids and Skin Lightening Options
Silicone vs. Saline Implants: Understanding Breast Augmentation Options and Risks
Breast augmentation What are the differences between silicone and saline implants for breast augmentation? What methods are currently used domestically, and what are the associated risks?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
The shapes of the implants are the same, but the contents differ, and there is no difference in the surgical technique. Postoperatively, silicone implants generally feel slightly better, but silicone leakage can potentially lead to autoimmune diseases such as lupus erythematosus....[Read More] Silicone vs. Saline Implants: Understanding Breast Augmentation Options and Risks