Is It Normal to Feel Pain After a Forehead Injury from a Falling Object?
Hit in the forehead by a small stone? Three days ago, I was hit on the right side of my forehead near the hairline by a small stone that fell from above. However, there has been no swelling or bruising, and no bleeding in the past few days. Currently, I only feel a heaviness in t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you continue to experience headaches and dizziness, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with a neurosurgeon for evaluation.[Read More] Is It Normal to Feel Pain After a Forehead Injury from a Falling Object?
Persistent Bruising and Pain After Car Accident: What to Do?
Bruising on the lower leg that does not resolve after a car accident? Hello Doctor, I had a car accident on June 9, where my left calf sustained a severe impact. Since there were no serious external injuries, I did not seek medical attention. Initially, I did not pay much attenti...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Hello: After a blunt contusion to the calf, localized bruising and inflammatory responses may occur, leading to swelling and discoloration due to pigment deposition. These are normal phenomena that will improve over time. If you are concerned or if it does not improve over an ext...[Read More] Persistent Bruising and Pain After Car Accident: What to Do?
Post-Nail Removal Concerns: Pain, Discoloration, and Next Steps
Post-Operative Issues After Nail Removal Hello Doctor: On July 28, I accidentally got a wood splinter stuck in my right pinky toe. The emergency physician decided to remove the nail and extract the splinter. Three days later, it no longer hurts when exposed to water. Since the na...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is too early to come into contact with water in three days; you need to wait until the nails have healed before doing so. Contacting water now may lead to infection and cellulitis. It is recommended that you return to the surgical department as soon as possible. Take ca...[Read More] Post-Nail Removal Concerns: Pain, Discoloration, and Next Steps
Understanding Normal Symptoms After Breast Tumor Biopsy
Breast tumor biopsy examination I just had a core needle biopsy on June 23, and I am experiencing swelling, pain, and bruising in my right breast, along with numbness and tingling in my right hand. However, the wound is healing. Are these symptoms normal?
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please avoid letting the wound come into contact with tap water, apply ice packs, and take pain relievers. It will gradually improve. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Normal Symptoms After Breast Tumor Biopsy
Managing Finger Amputation Recovery: Bruising and Nerve Healing Insights
Traumatic amputation of the distal phalanx of the index finger? Hello Doctor, I recently suffered an accident that resulted in the amputation of the first phalanx of my index finger. After surgery, the severed phalanx could not be reattached, and the wound has since healed. Howev...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Bruising at the site of reattached fingers is a temporary phenomenon. If there is no impact on function and no further deterioration, there is no need for concern. Numbness at the surgical suture site may be due to damaged nerves that have not yet recovered.[Read More] Managing Finger Amputation Recovery: Bruising and Nerve Healing Insights
Hard Lump on Calf After Car Accident: Should I Be Concerned?
The patient experienced a car accident and has a hard lump on the calf with no external injuries? I was in a car accident two weeks ago, and my left calf was caught between two vehicles. Since there were no external injuries, only slight bruising, I did not seek immediate medical...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is most likely a blood clot. Please go to the surgical outpatient department for evaluation. Blood clots can sometimes take a long time to resolve, or they may not dissolve at all, leading to encapsulation. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Hard Lump on Calf After Car Accident: Should I Be Concerned?
Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage After a Fall in Elderly Patients
Grandma fell and has intracranial hemorrhage? My grandmother, 81 years old, fell at home on May 28 and bled a lot without realizing it, then went to sleep. About four hours later, she was discovered and taken to the emergency room, where she received seven stitches on her head. A...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It seems that the current treatment plan is to control the bleeding with medication; otherwise, if the blood clot enlarges, surgical intervention will be necessary![Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage After a Fall in Elderly Patients
Should You Consider Traditional Chinese Medicine After an Orthopedic Injury?
Should orthopedic patients be referred to traditional Chinese medicine? I was in a car accident, and the orthopedic doctor said that my bones are mostly fine, except for a small fracture in the coccyx area. He mentioned that it can heal on its own and advised me to rest for a whi...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! There is a small crack in the coccyx area. It is recommended to purchase a donut-shaped cushion to sit on and carry it with you. Follow-up X-rays for the fracture should be done monthly for at least three months. The wound should be cared for independently, and any bruisin...[Read More] Should You Consider Traditional Chinese Medicine After an Orthopedic Injury?
Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Recovery and Monitoring After Trauma
Intracranial hemorrhage I was in a car accident and have had bruising for three months now. My body hasn't shown any abnormalities, and the doctor said I shouldn't have frequent CT scans. I also haven't had any difficulties with rehabilitation. Does this mean the b...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Theoretically disappeared!![Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Recovery and Monitoring After Trauma
Head Injury and Jaw Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Hit on the head, unable to open the mouth wide? Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I fell while skateboarding and hit the left side of my head. Initially, it was very painful, but after applying ice, it got better. However, I am having difficulty opening my mouth wide. I initially ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Usually, it will get better on its own; if it doesn't, you should see a doctor![Read More] Head Injury and Jaw Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Should You Seek Medical Attention for a Bruised Benign Tumor?
Benign tumor Hello doctor, about three to four years ago, my father discovered a growth near his buttocks, which was diagnosed as a benign tumor. This past year, due to illness, he has been bedridden, and while my mother was helping him with massages, she accidentally pressed on ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to consult a general surgeon for an evaluation regarding possible resection. Wishing you well! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Should You Seek Medical Attention for a Bruised Benign Tumor?
Managing Breast Cysts: Non-Invasive Treatment Options and Pain Relief
Breast cyst There is a 1.3 cm cyst located directly beneath the nipple, which appears neither red nor swollen. It is usually painless, but it hurts when pressed. After each ultrasound examination, the nipple and areola experience severe pain, making them untouchable for three to ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If the pain is severe and affects your daily life, it is recommended to consider surgical removal. If the pain occurs occasionally and it is confirmed to be benign, long-term monitoring along with occasional pain relief is advisable. If there is an infection, antibiotic tr...[Read More] Managing Breast Cysts: Non-Invasive Treatment Options and Pain Relief
Unexplained Inner Thigh Pain: Causes and Surgical Considerations
Unexplained pain I have pain when pressing on the inner side of my left thigh, without any bruising or trauma (from the groin area to near the knee on the inner side).
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please visit the neurology department for a consultation. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Unexplained Inner Thigh Pain: Causes and Surgical Considerations
Can a Stiff Finger Joint from Childhood Injury Be Recovered?
The finger joint was previously injured and is unable to bend? When I was very young, I fell and injured the joint of my ring finger. At that time, I did not seek any treatment. However, after the external appearance seemed to have healed without bruising, my ring finger joint be...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to seek evaluation from an orthopedic or sports medicine specialist. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Can a Stiff Finger Joint from Childhood Injury Be Recovered?
Head Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Head injury Hello, doctor. Last Saturday, I was walking while using my phone and didn't watch where I was going, which caused my face and head to hit a metal gate hard. At the time, I had bruising on my head and nose and applied ice immediately. However, since that day, I&#x...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Head Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Managing Facial Injuries: Understanding Bone Damage and Hematoma Care
Wound inquiry On January 29, I was injured by a height restriction bar, resulting in significant bruising and swelling around my left eye and left zygomatic bone. There is a 1.5 cm open laceration 2 cm below my left eye, which was sutured but the stitches were removed after one w...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to perform a CT scan of the zygomatic bone to check for fractures. If the hematoma has not resolved after nearly two months, it is advised to make a small incision along the skin lines in an outpatient setting to drain the blood clot. Changhua Hospital ca...[Read More] Managing Facial Injuries: Understanding Bone Damage and Hematoma Care
Understanding Persistent Purple Bruising After Three Months of Scrapes
The abrasion has turned a purplish-red color after three months? After a car accident, you sustained abrasions on both knees and the dorsum of your feet. Three months later, the surface of the wounds appears intact but is showing a purplish-red color, with slight swelling and ten...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is most likely hypertrophic scarring. Apply a corticosteroid ointment and avoid irritating it. If it becomes more pronounced or painful, it is advisable to see a general surgeon or a plastic surgeon. Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Persistent Purple Bruising After Three Months of Scrapes
Do You Need to Remove a Nail After Trauma and Discoloration?
Does a nail injury require nail removal? I have experienced trauma to my toenail, which resulted in bruising. However, the nail hasn't been growing properly since then. Eventually, the bruised area of the nail lifted, and I trimmed that part off. After cutting it, I noticed ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! To assess how much of the remaining nail and nail bed are still attached, sometimes it's better not to forcefully keep the nail if it's not growing well. In that case, it might be better to remove it entirely, as it will grow back evenly in about a month. Changhu...[Read More] Do You Need to Remove a Nail After Trauma and Discoloration?
How Long Does Swelling and Bruising Last After a Scrape?
Will swollen and bruised wounds take a long time to heal? Hello, previously I had a scrape, and there is a swollen area near the wound that is not bruised, while another area has a large bruise (both are close to the wound). Initially, when the wound was still healing, the swolle...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If there is swelling without bruising, it may indicate a hematoma located deeper. It is advisable to incise and drain the clot directly in the outpatient clinic; otherwise, it may take a long time to absorb, or it may not absorb at all, leading to the formation of a capsul...[Read More] How Long Does Swelling and Bruising Last After a Scrape?
Burn Injury from Hot Caramel: Healing or Complications?
After being burned by caramel, the affected area turned purple-red after taking medication for a period of time? On February 14th, I burned the top of my foot with freshly made caramel and immediately rinsed it under cold water for about 10 minutes. The next day, I visited a derm...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
A scald from hot caramel is likely a third-degree burn. Initially, using a burn ointment is the standard treatment protocol. However, this ointment may produce a yellow-brown exudate, which is often mistaken for pus. In reality, this is a phenomenon where the wound exudate mixes ...[Read More] Burn Injury from Hot Caramel: Healing or Complications?