Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Cervical intervertebral disc herniation I would like to ask about my condition. I have been experiencing pain and numbness between my left index finger and thumb for an entire day, along with pain in the outer upper arm. I often feel a sensation like an electric shock extending f...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. Nerve compression in the cervical spine rarely presents with unilateral symptoms (rare, but not absent). 2. MRI shows nerve compression at cervical levels 5-6 and 6-7, particularly pronounced at 5-6. If conservative treatment does not yield satisfactory results, it meet...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Calf Pain: Causes and Solutions for Students
Dull pain in the calf? Hello, doctor. I am a student, and during this summer vacation, I spend most of my time studying, but I make sure to engage in at least 20 minutes of exercise each day (such as dancing, jogging, or basic strength training). My diet and sleep are also normal...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Your discomfort is in the knee and ankle joint areas, which is suspected to be due to strain on the ligaments and tendons, related to your reported poor posture. It is recommended to improve your posture, perform warm-up exercises before physical activity, apply heat to th...[Read More] Understanding Calf Pain: Causes and Solutions for Students
Post-Surgery Bleeding and Discomfort: Is It Normal After Hemorrhoid Surgery?
Occasional bleeding after hemorrhoid surgery? Thank you for your previous response. The issue of redness, swelling, and itching has improved after changing medication. It has been almost two months since my surgery on June 15. Occasionally, I notice a little blood after bowel mov...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Typically, new anal fissures can occur due to friction at the surgical wound site or from straining during bowel movements. It is advisable to take warm sitz baths, increase fluid intake, and consume dietary fiber. If there is no improvement, further evaluation should be sought.[Read More] Post-Surgery Bleeding and Discomfort: Is It Normal After Hemorrhoid Surgery?
Understanding Painful Nipple Growth: Causes and Treatment Options
A small tumor on the nipple? Dear Dr. Tang, A few months ago, I started experiencing pain in one nipple when it comes into contact with fabric or skin, particularly when it protrudes. Recently, I noticed a small growth at the tip of the affected nipple, approximately the size of...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Based on your description, it is not possible to determine the actual issue. It is recommended that you directly consult a breast surgery clinic to assess whether there is a need for ultrasound or biopsy to obtain further information.[Read More] Understanding Painful Nipple Growth: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Blood in Stool: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? I was diagnosed with hemorrhoids over 10 years ago. This year, I have had three instances of blood in my stool, which appears to be bright red rather than dark. The occurrences are spaced over a month apart, and there is no blood the day after the bleeding. Cu...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This situation likely indicates a higher possibility of hemorrhoidal bleeding. As long as there is no further bleeding, it should not be a concern. It is recommended to avoid constipation during this period and to shorten the time spent on bowel movements. Spicy and irritating fo...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood on Toilet Paper After Bowel Movement: What You Should Know
Blood on toilet paper after a bowel movement? Yesterday, when I went to the bathroom, I had to exert more effort, and I felt that my anus was stretched more than usual. After the bowel movement, the stool appeared harder and larger. When I wiped, I noticed blood on the toilet pap...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like the typical symptoms of an anal fissure, which include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The pain often lasts for several days, sometimes exceeding a week. The common causes are usually constipation or diarrh...[Read More] Blood on Toilet Paper After Bowel Movement: What You Should Know
Understanding Post-Surgery Anal Swelling: Is It Hemorrhoids or Normal Healing?
Perianal mass Hello, doctor. I had minimally invasive surgery for hemorrhoids two weeks ago and I'm almost fully recovered. However, the right side of my anal area is still swollen, and I experience slight pain after bowel movements. The stool is somewhat hard at the front a...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Two weeks after hemorrhoid surgery, the wound may not be completely healed, so slight swelling and pain are still within the normal range. External hemorrhoids are typically addressed during the procedure. It is advisable to increase fluid intake, perform warm sitz baths, and ret...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Anal Swelling: Is It Hemorrhoids or Normal Healing?
Managing Pain After Rubber Band Ligation for Internal Hemorrhoids
Rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids? Due to persistent diarrhea recently, I experienced swelling and pain in the anal area. After seeking medical attention, I was diagnosed with an anal fissure and internal hemorrhoids. The doctor performed a rubber band ligation proced...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Rubber band ligation surgery does not cause severe pain. If pain begins after the ligation, it indicates that the ligation site is too close to the dentate line, and the rubber band should be removed immediately during a follow-up visit. It is generally recommended to use a suppo...[Read More] Managing Pain After Rubber Band Ligation for Internal Hemorrhoids
Understanding Anal Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Anal issues Hello Doctor, 1. I would like to ask about the feeling I had the day before yesterday morning, where I constantly felt the urge to have a bowel movement. I sat in the bathroom for a long time but couldn't pass anything. By the afternoon, I finally had some sign...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Pain during bowel movements that feels like cutting, accompanied by bleeding, is a typical symptom of anal fissures. It is advisable to take warm sitz baths, avoid irritating the anal wound, and increase fluid intake to prevent constipation. If the pain is severe, it is recomm...[Read More] Understanding Anal Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Incontinence and Recovery Time After Anal Fissure Surgery
Postoperative incontinence and recovery time after anal fissure surgery? Hello Dr. Ke, the second paragraph contains the questions I asked last time. Thank you for clarifying many of my doubts; I have a few more small questions to consult with you. 1. Before my surgery, I had a...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Only the surgeon knows exactly what procedure was performed. I am responding based on your mention of anal plastic surgery, which is typically performed on patients with anal stenosis. For more details, it is best to consult the surgeon directly. 2. The premise is whether you...[Read More] Post-Surgery Incontinence and Recovery Time After Anal Fissure Surgery
Understanding Rectal Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
I felt a raised lump near the anal area? Hello Doctor: Today, while applying medication for hemorrhoids, I felt a thin, elastic protrusion near the anal opening, close to the surrounding tissue. It feels like a cord and has a texture similar to a blood vessel; it doesn't hur...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. A simple protrusion of flesh without pain, redness, swelling, or discharge from a wound is most commonly a skin tag, which does not require special treatment. 2. It is less likely to be an anal fistula, as anal fistulas typically form after an anal gland causes an abscess. 3. ...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Bumps: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Hardness After Breast Surgery: Causes and Remedies
Post-operative lumps after breast surgery? Hello, doctor. It has been almost three months since I underwent minimally invasive breast surgery. The area where the tumor was removed and the surrounding tissue still feels firm, but it is not painful. What could be the reason for thi...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! An ultrasound is needed to determine the situation. Some cases involve flap reconstruction, which may feel firm for a period after surgery. Others may involve seroma, which can decrease with electrical therapy. If discomfort persists, you can have some fluid drained during...[Read More] Understanding Hardness After Breast Surgery: Causes and Remedies
Post-Surgery Incontinence and Recovery Time After Anal Fissure Surgery
Postoperative incontinence and recovery time after anal fissure surgery? Hello Dr. Ke, I previously inquired about experiencing some incontinence after my anal fissure surgery. During my follow-up appointment, the doctor informed me that the sphincter muscle was not excised. Ins...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. All surgeries will leave scars, especially if the surgical area is extensive. Mild tingling is also normal. The scars around the anus will typically heal completely within 1-2 months. Due to the lack of aesthetic concerns, scar removal treatments are generally less common in t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Incontinence and Recovery Time After Anal Fissure Surgery
Understanding Anal Fissures, Hemorrhoids, and Other Conditions
Is it anal fissure, hemorrhoids, or another condition? I previously experienced severe itching near the anus, and after a digital rectal examination, the doctor diagnosed me with an anal fissure. I underwent treatment for two months and consulted multiple doctors, but my conditio...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like a case of anal fissure combined with a small thrombosed hemorrhoid. The typical symptoms include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The pain usually lasts for several days, sometimes exceeding a week. The comm...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fissures, Hemorrhoids, and Other Conditions
Can I Remove My Nipples? Understanding Surgical Options and Emotional Impact
I really dislike my nipples; can I have them removed? Is it possible to have the nipple removed? I have thought about this many times because whenever I touch my nipple and feel something, or see my unattractive nipple and areola, I become very frustrated, angry, and self-blaming...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello Ms. Jenny, based on your description, I recommend consulting a mental health specialist to understand the source of your mindset. Nipple removal is not a solution to the problem; the issue is not trivial and should be addressed directly. Please seek medical advice as soon a...[Read More] Can I Remove My Nipples? Understanding Surgical Options and Emotional Impact
Post-Drainage Questions on Anal Abscess: Healing and Care Tips
Inquiry after drainage of an anal abscess? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions. 1. Is the formation of a fistula from an anal abscess determined by the healing of the wound, or can it be observed during the outpatient drainage procedure? 2. After the outpatient ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Whether an anal abscess leads to the formation of a fistula depends on the healing of the wound and whether there remains a channel connecting to the anal glands. Therefore, it can only be assessed several weeks after the wound has healed. 2. It is advisable to apply ointment ...[Read More] Post-Drainage Questions on Anal Abscess: Healing and Care Tips
Understanding Mild Anal Pain During Bowel Movements: Causes and Solutions
Mild anal pain during bowel movements? Hello Dr. Ke: For over a month, I have occasionally experienced slight pain on the right side of my anus during bowel movements, without any bleeding. When the discomfort is more severe, I feel a mild burning sensation and a swollen foreign ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like the typical symptoms of an anal fissure, which include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The pain usually lasts for several days, sometimes exceeding a week. The common causes are often constipation or diarrh...[Read More] Understanding Mild Anal Pain During Bowel Movements: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Anal Intercourse Discomfort: Hemorrhoids or Tears?
Anal intercourse issues? After anal intercourse, if you are experiencing persistent swelling and warmth in the anus, along with a constant urge to have a bowel movement but only producing white mucous discharge, this could be indicative of either hemorrhoids or a tear. The discom...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The normal function of the anal mucosa is to serve as the surface for the transportation and storage of feces in the colon. When substances other than feces come into contact with this mucosa, it may lead to mucosal damage, triggering an inflammatory response that results in swel...[Read More] Understanding Post-Anal Intercourse Discomfort: Hemorrhoids or Tears?
Understanding Chronic Dizziness: Exploring Neck and Shoulder Connections
Chronic dizziness Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing long-term dizziness (not vertigo, and I do not feel unbalanced). I do not have any chronic illnesses and have consulted a neurologist. My EEG results were normal, and I have been taking a medication called Nootropil for a ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without a detailed physical examination, it is impossible to determine; it could be present or it could be absent.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Dizziness: Exploring Neck and Shoulder Connections
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing abdominal pain recently, concentrated in the upper abdomen. 1. Last Monday, I went to the emergency room where I had an abdominal ultrasound and X-ray. The diagnosis was severe constipation causing a blockage in the inte...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This situation likely indicates a higher possibility of hemorrhoidal bleeding. As long as there is no further bleeding, it should not be a concern. It is recommended to avoid constipation during this period and to shorten the time spent on bowel movements. Spicy and irritating fo...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help