Is It Normal to Feel Pain After Hitting Your Head on a Bed?
Hit the head against the headboard? It is not uncommon to experience mild pain after a minor head injury, such as bumping your head against a bed. This discomfort can occur due to bruising or strain in the surrounding tissues. However, if the pain persists, worsens, or is accompa...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is a normal phenomenon; if symptoms worsen, please schedule an appointment with the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Is It Normal to Feel Pain After Hitting Your Head on a Bed?
Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling and Bruising in Arm Injuries
Surgical wound I would like to ask again about a broken arm. After surgery, there were blisters that formed on the inside of the arm, but they have since disappeared. However, the area where the blisters were has turned into a hard lump. What could be the reason for this? Additio...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! You should return to your original hospital for treatment and avoid self-diagnosing, as it may delay your condition! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling and Bruising in Arm Injuries
Do I Need a Tetanus Shot After a Rabbit Bite?
Bite from a rabbit? Hello Dr. Lee, I would like to ask you about something. Three days ago, I was bitten by a lionhead rabbit on the inner thigh while at a friend's house. Although I was wearing jeans, there are still small areas of red bruising and some abrasions, but there...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please proceed to the surgical department. If you haven't received a tetanus shot in the past year, you will need to get one. Take oral antibiotics for three days, and clean the wound daily while applying antibiotic ointment. Avoid contact with tap water. Changhua Hos...[Read More] Do I Need a Tetanus Shot After a Rabbit Bite?
Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Circumferential Hemorrhoidectomy
Postoperative care for hemorrhoid surgery? Hello Dr. Ke, I underwent a hemorrhoidectomy about nine days ago. For the first four or five days, I experienced anal pain but was able to have bowel movements, approximately three times a day, feeling clean but in pain for a long time. ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The disadvantage of circular hemorrhoid surgery is that the treatment effect for external hemorrhoids is relatively poor. Therefore, some physicians may perform a minor excision specifically for the external hemorrhoids. In your case, the bleeding from the excision site is a comp...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Circumferential Hemorrhoidectomy
Understanding Chest Issues: Small Wound and Bruising in Teens
Chest issues Hello Doctor: My daughter is sixteen years old, and recently she developed a small wound the size of half a grain of rice on her breast. A few days later, the wound formed a scab, but underneath the scab, there seems to be a bruise-like area. What could this symptom ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please visit a general surgery or breast surgery outpatient clinic for medical evaluation, as a diagnosis cannot be made based solely on description. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Chest Issues: Small Wound and Bruising in Teens
Understanding Swelling on the Dorsum of the Foot After Injury
Swelling of the dorsum of the foot? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about an incident that occurred on November 20th. I was involved in a minor car accident where the back of my foot was injured. At the time, I had a slight external injury but there was noticeable bruising. I o...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! After a minor car accident, there are slight external injuries. Be cautious, as improper wound care may lead to cellulitis. There is noticeable bruising, and it is still somewhat swollen. Be careful of a deep hematoma that may not have been absorbed. It is recommended to s...[Read More] Understanding Swelling on the Dorsum of the Foot After Injury
Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Help and Which Specialist to Consult
Pressing in the middle of the chest causes pain? Hello Dr. Ding: I have seen several doctors but none have been able to identify the cause of my symptoms. I would like to ask you some questions, as I am unsure which specialty I should consult. Thank you! In mid-September, I sud...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
It is recommended that you start with family medicine.[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to Seek Help and Which Specialist to Consult
Understanding Hematomas After a Car Accident: Recovery and Treatment Tips
Hematoma after a car accident? I had a car accident on September 24th, where my right foot was pinched between my motorcycle and a car door, resulting in two stitches and some bruising. The ankle area was not sprained, but it did swell up. I had an X-ray, and there were no issues...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. The principle for treating trauma is to apply ice within the first 48 hours to reduce swelling in the injured tissue. After 48 hours, heat therapy should be used to promote blood circulation, so you should be applying heat now. 2. Hirudoid can be used, but it is only effecti...[Read More] Understanding Hematomas After a Car Accident: Recovery and Treatment Tips
Should You See a Doctor for a Bruised Little Toe?
The little toe has a bruise from bumping into something? Yesterday afternoon, my foot hit the corner of the bed, and since then, I've been wearing slippers to see if there are any signs of bruising. This morning, when I put on my sneakers, I felt pain in my little toe. After...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Apply ice for two days and rest more. If the pain improves, you can continue to monitor the situation. However, if the pain worsens or if there is any deformity, you should consult a physician to check for possible fractures.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for a Bruised Little Toe?
Post-Car Accident: Why Is My Knee Developing Blisters?
Persistent blisters on the knee after a car accident? Hello Doctor: It has been over two weeks since my car accident! Most of my wounds have healed, but I don't understand why the wound on my right knee is getting worse. The color has turned a deep purple, and there are many...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
Due to the lack of direct observation, a definitive diagnosis cannot be made. However, in some cases, post-traumatic subcutaneous tissue infections can persist, leading to soft tissue necrosis, bruising, blistering, and other changes. Therefore, it is still advisable for you to s...[Read More] Post-Car Accident: Why Is My Knee Developing Blisters?
Post-Appendectomy Recovery: Understanding Pain, Bruising, and Bowel Changes
Appendectomy Hello, my mother underwent laparoscopic appendectomy at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital on January 28. It has been six days since her discharge, and the stitches have been removed. Why does the abdominal incision feel sharp and have bruising around it? Her abdomen appea...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Common complications after appendectomy include two types: one is wound infection, which can cause redness, swelling, and pain at the incision site, and sometimes there may be purulent discharge. The second is intra-abdominal abscess, which can lead to abdominal pain and fever. B...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Recovery: Understanding Pain, Bruising, and Bowel Changes
Is It Serious? Understanding Pain and Bruising Above the Belly Button
I was hit above the belly button? Hello Doctor, Here's the situation: Today, while joking around with a female classmate, she punched me in the stomach (the area above the navel). At that moment, I felt pain, and later I noticed that the area appeared red when I looked in ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the abdominal blunt trauma is caused merely by playful teasing and not by someone like a world champion boxer, it is unlikely to result in serious injury. As long as the abdominal pain does not worsen or there is no rebound tenderness (pain upon release rather than pressure), ...[Read More] Is It Serious? Understanding Pain and Bruising Above the Belly Button
Should You See a Doctor for Blood Under Your Toenail?
Nail hematoma Hello Dr. Hsu, two months ago I bought a new pair of shoes that caused bruising under the toenails of both big toes. One toe is painful while the other is not. Should I see a doctor for this? Thank you.
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi of the Surgical Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: It is recommended to change to better-fitting shoes due to the bruised toenails caused by ill-fitting footwear. If there are any issues, please visit the surgical outpatient clinic...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Blood Under Your Toenail?
Managing Post-Accident Bruises and Lumps: What You Need to Know
Bruising and hematoma after a car accident? My daughter had a car accident over a month ago. The bruising around her eyes and nose has faded, but there is still a hard lump about one centimeter in size that hasn't gone away. What should I do, doctor? Previously, we visited a...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
If the blood clot is mostly absorbed, a large clot should have liquefied within a month. A 1 cm hard mass may be a localized fibrotic reaction following an injury, which typically softens gradually over 2 to 3 months.[Read More] Managing Post-Accident Bruises and Lumps: What You Need to Know
Chronic Abdominal Pain and Unexplained Symptoms: Seeking Answers
Long-term... issues? Supplementing from the previous post, the following conditions have already affected my daily life... After more than a year of consultations, there have been no results... I have been experiencing intermittent abdominal pain for a long time. Once the abdomin...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello^^ After reviewing various specialties, there are no abnormalities. At your age, you are at the peak of your physiological strength, and these symptoms should not be present. I recommend that you exercise more; after some time, these symptoms may resolve. Thank you!![Read More] Chronic Abdominal Pain and Unexplained Symptoms: Seeking Answers
Understanding Abdominal Pain, Bloating, and Constipation Issues
Abdominal bloating / abdominal pain / constipation Hello, doctor. I don’t smoke or drink. For the past two weeks, I have been experiencing abdominal pain and bloating. My menstrual period has not arrived yet, and I have a sensation of needing to use the restroom, but when I get t...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
It sounds like a constipation issue. Some individuals may be more prone to constipation due to their constitution or dietary habits, especially when constipation is severe, which can lead to hard stool impaction in the rectum, making it difficult to pass stool. This can result in...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain, Bloating, and Constipation Issues
Diabetic Wound Care: Essential Tips for Managing Torn Skin at Home
Diabetic Wound Care Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to ask you a few questions. There is an elderly person at home who is a diabetic patient, and this morning, due to improper force, he sustained a 7-8 cm laceration on the dorsum of his foot (the skin surface is movable). At the ti...
Dr. Zhang Jinlong Reply:
Hello, regarding your inquiry, here are the responses: 1. For diabetic patients, a laceration of 7-8 cm, especially on the dorsum of the foot (where blood circulation is poorer in the extremities), if not managed properly, is more likely to lead to wound infection. 2. When attem...[Read More] Diabetic Wound Care: Essential Tips for Managing Torn Skin at Home
Dealing with Nail Issues After Trauma: Expert Advice for Recovery
Nail problems? About last September, my right big toe was injured, causing bruising under the nail and a nail fracture. Afterward, I had the nail removed. After the removal, the nail bed appeared to have a hard protrusion, which seems to be scar tissue from the damage. Recently, ...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
It is recommended to gently smooth the surface of the nail bed (without damaging it) to allow for normal nail growth.[Read More] Dealing with Nail Issues After Trauma: Expert Advice for Recovery
Understanding Hardness After Breast Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Breast hardness after surgery? I had surgery to remove two benign fibroadenomas from my breast on February 11th of this year (using MammoSite), and it has been a month since then. Although the pain in my breast has decreased, it still feels hard to the touch. The doctor did help ...
Dr. Lin Zhiguang Reply:
Hello, you just had surgery, so it is normal for the area to feel firmer due to the healing process, scarring, swelling, and the presence of non-absorbed sutures, among other reasons. The bruising and blood accumulation you mentioned can also contribute to this. However, it'...[Read More] Understanding Hardness After Breast Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Post-Surgery Care for Hand Lacerations: Tips and Timeline
Wound care for lacerations? Hello, Dr. Huang. I was recently injured when a glass catheter punctured the palm of my hand, and I received three stitches. Since I live abroad, the local doctors explained a lot to me, but I only partially understood. It has now been five days since ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Generally, stitches are removed about 5 to 7 days after surgery. However, if there are special circumstances, the removal may need to be delayed. Based on your description, it is possible that the local wound appears white due to moisture, and there may be localized bruising caus...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Hand Lacerations: Tips and Timeline