Post-Accident Ankle Pain: When to Seek Advanced Medical Imaging
One and a half months after the car accident? Hello doctor, last month I had a motorcycle accident where I injured my left ankle. It was slightly swollen at first, but the swelling went down after a few days. It feels like there is some internal bruising (there's no visible ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If occasional numbness and leg pain are manageable, that's fine. However, if the pain intensifies or becomes more frequent, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Accident Ankle Pain: When to Seek Advanced Medical Imaging
Is It Normal to Have Bruising After Sciatica Acupuncture Treatment?
Sciatica has reflexes? Sciatica: After receiving acupuncture treatment for the left leg and lower back, I noticed bruising on the left breast a few days later. Is this normal?
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: There is a bruise on the left breast. Theoretically, it is unrelated to acupuncture treatment on the left foot and lower back, and it is also not related to sciatica. It is recommended to consult a breast surgeon. Best wishes to you. // Neurosurgeon Dr. Lai Chao-Kang[Read More] Is It Normal to Have Bruising After Sciatica Acupuncture Treatment?
Post-Surgery Breast Issues: Understanding Changes After Fibroadenoma Removal
Post-operative issues in the breast after surgery for a breast tumor? I had surgery for a breast tumor in early September this year. The tumor was located in the upper part of my right breast, near the cleavage. There has been a hard lump at the surgical site, and I accidentally ...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello; please take some time to have a breast ultrasound at Changhua Hospital. We care about you.[Read More] Post-Surgery Breast Issues: Understanding Changes After Fibroadenoma Removal
Managing Persistent Swelling After a Motorcycle Accident: Expert Advice
Swelling in the leg more than a month after a car accident? Hello Doctor, I was involved in a motorcycle accident where my entire right calf was compressed, resulting in a deep wound on the outer side of my right ankle. The wound has not yet healed. I have bruising from my knee d...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, if you have been taking medication and paying attention to your daily activities, it seems that you are lacking in rest. Additionally, you may want to consider an evaluation and treatment from a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Managing Persistent Swelling After a Motorcycle Accident: Expert Advice
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Wound Healing After Fistula Surgery
The wound from the anal fistula surgery has reopened? Hello Dr. Ke, I just had a fistula excision surgery last month. Yesterday (exactly four weeks post-op), I had a follow-up appointment with my doctor, and the wound looked good, healing well, with no signs of infection. The doc...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like a recurrence of a fistula. However, to determine the exact issue, you will need to have a physician examine you. Please consult with your surgeon for a detailed examination and to discuss the subsequent treatment plan.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Wound Healing After Fistula Surgery
Will Cheekbone Contusion and Hematoma Heal After Drainage?
Will recovery occur after drainage of a hematoma caused by a zygomatic bone contusion? Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident on January 17, where I sustained an impact to my zygomatic bone. Half of my face was bruised, and my eye was swollen to the point of almost being unseeabl...
Dr. Lin Zhemin Reply:
A zygomatic bone contusion with hematoma has occurred, and while the bruising has subsided, the muscle contours appear unnatural when smiling. If there is no fracture to the bone, rehabilitation treatments such as massage and heat therapy can be utilized. However, if there is a z...[Read More] Will Cheekbone Contusion and Hematoma Heal After Drainage?
Persistent Numbness and Pain After Finger Injury: What to Know
Pinching your fingers can cause pain and numbness? Hello Doctor: About a week ago, I accidentally got my left index finger caught in a machine at work. I went to see an orthopedic specialist and had an X-ray, which showed no bone injury. However, the area that was pinched has bee...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: If the orthopedic X-ray shows no signs of fractures, finger movement is smooth, and there is no obvious pallor or bruising, it is likely just a muscle, fascia, or periosteal contusion. It has been a week, so you can try applying heat and using anti-inflammatory ointment. M...[Read More] Persistent Numbness and Pain After Finger Injury: What to Know
Which Specialist to See for Thigh Bruise and Blood Clot After Car Accident?
After a car accident, if you have a bruise on the inner thigh with a blood clot, which specialist should you see? After the car accident, I developed a bruise on the inner thigh with a blood clot. I have been using heat therapy and topical ointment for two weeks. Initially, in th...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Bruising caused by blunt trauma occurs due to bleeding from small blood vessels in the subcutaneous soft tissue. If the amount of bleeding is minimal, the body typically absorbs it and heals on its own. However, if there is significant bleeding and the area of the bruise expands,...[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Thigh Bruise and Blood Clot After Car Accident?
Post-Car Accident Pain Without Bruising: What Could It Be?
After the car accident, there are no bruises, but it hurts when pressure is applied? A few days ago, I was in a car accident and only sustained abrasions on my legs, so I did not go to the hospital for an examination. However, since the car slid out with me for about a meter and ...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The ovaries are located within the pelvic cavity in the lower abdomen and are not easily palpable. Based on your description, there are two possibilities: the first is pain from a simple muscle or fascia strain due to an accident, and the second is swelling of the inguinal lymph ...[Read More] Post-Car Accident Pain Without Bruising: What Could It Be?
Persistent Knee Swelling and Pain After Major Bruising: When to Seek Help?
Extensive bruising of the knee? Last April, I was involved in a car accident, which resulted in extensive bruising on my knee that extended to part of my thigh. The doctor mentioned that there was internal bruising and blood clots and asked if I wanted surgery. However, the bruis...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The symptoms of the knee are due to bruising and inflammatory responses caused by trauma, leading to fibrosis and neuropathic pain. If the symptoms are significant and have not improved, it is advisable to visit a hospital for examination and treatment.[Read More] Persistent Knee Swelling and Pain After Major Bruising: When to Seek Help?
Managing Knee Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident: Treatment Options
Multiple abrasions and contusions all over the body from a fall-related accident? Hello Doctor: I had a motorcycle accident on May 20, 2017, where my motorcycle fell and crushed the front right side of my left knee. It swelled up completely, and there were bruises on the left sid...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see an orthopedic specialist to evaluate whether surgery is necessary. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Managing Knee Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident: Treatment Options
Abdominal Impact: Should You Worry About Internal Bleeding?
Abdominal trauma I accidentally bumped into the edge of a table while operating a chair yesterday, and now I have a persistent feeling of bloating and pain in my abdomen (similar to the sensation of drinking too much water). However, I do not have any symptoms such as blood in ur...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Abdominal contusion can commonly lead to intra-abdominal bleeding. Aside from high-speed, high-energy impacts (such as in car accidents), everyday household items typically require sharper or pointed impacts to have a higher chance of causing such injuries (like hitting a corner ...[Read More] Abdominal Impact: Should You Worry About Internal Bleeding?
Understanding Post-Accident Wound Healing and Scar Treatment Options
The appearance of wounds after healing from a car accident? Hello, I had a car accident at the end of November and saw a surgeon. This is how the wound looks after healing: http://imgur.com/jP2yx8H. Recently, I have noticed that some areas of bruising have not dissipated and feel...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
If there is a hard lump at the wound site after three months, you can schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon. If necessary, scar treatment injections may be administered.[Read More] Understanding Post-Accident Wound Healing and Scar Treatment Options
Child's Cheek Injury: Concerns About Indentation and Hard Lump
Child has a concave injury on the cheek? A three-year-old child accidentally bumped their left cheek against a table corner, resulting in immediate bruising. One month later, the bruise disappeared, but there is an approximately two-centimeter oval-shaped indentation on the cheek...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see an orthopedic surgeon to rule out any facial fractures. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Child's Cheek Injury: Concerns About Indentation and Hard Lump
Persistent Pain and Bruising After Finger Injury: When to Seek Help
Car accident resulting in injury to the little finger? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on December 15th, where I injured my little finger. It became swollen and bruised. I had an X-ray, and the doctor at that time said there was no bone injury. Even now, my finger still has...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If there is a bruise without swelling, you can apply a warm compress. It's normal for small nerves to be affected when tissues are injured, which may cause pain for a while. If there is no infection, you don't need to worry about it, unless there is a thick hemat...[Read More] Persistent Pain and Bruising After Finger Injury: When to Seek Help
Post-Accident Numbness in Foot: When to Seek Medical Attention?
After the car accident, there is a tingling sensation when pressing on the dorsum of the foot? Hello, Doctor. About five weeks ago, I was involved in an accident while riding a motorcycle and collided with a small car. I have soft tissue injuries and bruising below my left knee. ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you continue to experience a sensation of a hard object, it is recommended to visit an orthopedic outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Accident Numbness in Foot: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Managing Large Bruises and Blood Clots After a Car Accident
After the car accident, there is extensive bruising and hematoma in the thigh? Hello, I was in a car accident on October 17. Currently, I have bruising on almost half of my right thigh, and there is a hard lump that is slightly larger than a baseball. Sometimes, the area with the...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Walking normally is not an issue, but blood clots may not always be reabsorbed on their own. Clinically, we have encountered cases where clots have not been reabsorbed even after 4 to 5 years, and instead, they formed a layer of encapsulating membrane. Surgical debridement...[Read More] Managing Large Bruises and Blood Clots After a Car Accident
Post-Car Accident Dizziness and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Help
Dizziness and vomiting after a car accident? About a week ago, I was hit by a driver who ran a red light while I was walking on the crosswalk with the green light. At the time, my head was swollen, but since it was a Saturday and there weren't any good hospitals in the area,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Abnormal, please consult a neurosurgeon or an otolaryngologist (suspected inner ear issues causing dizziness).[Read More] Post-Car Accident Dizziness and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Help
Post-Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Understanding Groin Pain and Bruising
After inguinal hernia surgery, there is pain in the groin area near the thigh? Hello doctor, I underwent inguinal hernia surgery on September 7, and a mesh was used for repair. Two days post-surgery, I started to notice a tearing sensation and significant pain in the groin area n...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Using a synthetic mesh for hernia repair surgery should theoretically not cause pain; any pain experienced may be due to tighter sutures. If the pain does not improve, it is advisable to have the surgeon examine the area. Mild bruising of the penile skin is considered normal.[Read More] Post-Inguinal Hernia Surgery: Understanding Groin Pain and Bruising
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Nipple Bleeding After Papilloma Removal
Post-surgery bleeding from the nipple after papilloma removal? Hello, doctor! I have been diagnosed with a 0.9 cm papilloma, and the doctor recommended surgical removal. After the surgery, it was confirmed to be a benign papilloma, and I was informed that I only need to have regu...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! After surgery, it is common to experience pain at the incision site and surrounding areas, and the level of discomfort varies from person to person. Sometimes, pain may persist for two to three weeks. A papilloma grows from the epithelial cells of the lactiferous ducts. Af...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Nipple Bleeding After Papilloma Removal