Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment and Recovery After an Injury
Cellulitis Hello Doctor, I was in a car accident last Tuesday (12/13) and have abrasions near my ankle... there are two wounds about 2x3 inches in size. I thought I could just apply some ointment and it would heal, but the next day it became red, swollen, and painful. After seein...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: Without seeing your wound in person, I cannot definitively determine what the issue might be. I recommend that you seek treatment at a plastic surgery department or a hospital with a specialized trauma surgery unit. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment and Recovery After an Injury
Knee Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A small abscess has formed on the knee? Four days ago, I noticed a small abscess on my knee while taking a shower. I didn't think much of it and naturally popped it. The next day, the area felt firm and raised. On the third day, there was significant redness and swelling aro...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: Your condition may be a subcutaneous infection with an abscess, and there is a risk of progression to cellulitis. Your fever and chills are likely due to a bacterial infection. It is advisable for you to seek medical attention at a hospital (general surgery).[Read More] Knee Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Cellulitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Cellulitis Hello Dr. Li, about 10 days ago, I had a skin break on my big toe. I didn't pay much attention to it or apply any medication, and the wound is nearly healed now. However, today there is swelling and pain around the wound (the redness and heat are not very noticeab...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Hello Mr. Wenhan: The skin on your big toe is broken, and it is continuously swollen and painful. This may be due to a wound infection or a combination of contusion and strain that has not healed. Cold weather, poor circulation, or other circulatory issues such as diabetes can ma...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Injuries from Bicycle Falls: Symptoms and Treatment
Injuries from Bicycle Falls (Emergency) Hello Doctor: Two days ago, on March 5th, I fell off my bike. I later went to see a doctor, who said I had a trauma. Is that a abrasion? The injured areas are my right hand, right knee, and the top of my foot. I did not have a fever, but I ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: 1. A superficial abrasion is referred to as an abrasion. 2. When injured, the wound may show slight redness and swelling of the epidermis, but if the redness and swelling become more pronounced, accompanied by increased warmth and pain at the wound site, it is advisable to...[Read More] Understanding Injuries from Bicycle Falls: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding Cellulitis: Common Areas of Infection and Treatment
I'm sorry, but I need more specific content to translate. Please provide the text you Cellulitis commonly occurs in areas of the body where the skin is broken or compromised, such as the legs, arms, and face. It can also affect other regions, particularly where there are und...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Definition of cellulitis: The subcutaneous fat layer of the human body has a honeycomb-like structure, so when inflammation occurs in this area, it is referred to as "cellulitis." Causes: Bacterial infection is the primary cause. If there is a wound on the skin, bacteri...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Common Areas of Infection and Treatment
Is My Nail Injury Cellulitis? Do I Need Amputation?
The skin around the nail is injured and appears a bit red with pus? Could you please tell me if I have cellulitis and if I need an amputation? >_<
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be paronychia. You should see a surgeon for treatment. If it is simply an abscess, incision and drainage will suffice. If there are recurrent episodes, you may consider undergoing a nail bed reconstruction.[Read More] Is My Nail Injury Cellulitis? Do I Need Amputation?
Understanding Lipomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Tips
Is it a lipoma? Hello Dr. Li: Last year, I had a lipoma over 1 cm removed from my back. Not long after, I accidentally discovered a bulge about 8 cm in size on my left calf. I consulted a plastic surgeon who suggested it might also be a lipoma and recommended liposuction for a mo...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Dear Ms. Kedy, Here are the answers to your questions: 1. Lipomas have a distinct capsule, but this can only be observed during surgery; they may not be palpable upon examination. Lipomas can be multiple, are mostly benign, and a small percentage may be liposarcomas, which are ...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Tips
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
Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Patient Concerns
Please ask your question? Hello Doctor: My father was recently hospitalized due to cellulitis. The physician at Hospital A mentioned that they would perform surgery to remove something from the inner thigh, and that he would be able to return home after a week of hospitalization....
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Mr. Zilong: Your father has a history of fractures and has been found to have cellulitis. If it is a simple case of cellulitis, antibiotic treatment should be sufficient to control it. However, if an abscess develops, incision and drainage will be necessary. If this is related to...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Patient Concerns
How to Handle Wild Mouse Bites: Essential Steps and Precautions
Mouse bite injury If you are accidentally bitten by a wild mouse, here’s how to manage the situation: 1. **Immediate Care**: - Wash the bite area thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes to reduce the risk of infection. - Apply an antiseptic solution to the...
Dr. Wang Qichao Reply:
The principles for managing animal bites are generally similar. In the case of venomous bites, specific antivenom treatment should be administered based on the type of toxin. For non-venomous animal bites (such as from mice, dogs, cats, etc.), wound care should be provided, inclu...[Read More] How to Handle Wild Mouse Bites: Essential Steps and Precautions
Understanding Cellulitis: Risks, Treatment, and Surgical Considerations
Cellulitis Hello, I would like to ask if a person with cellulitis faces life-threatening risks during surgery or childbirth? Additionally, under what circumstances is amputation necessary? Is there any treatment for this condition that can cure it, or can it only be managed when ...
Dr. Wang Qichao Reply:
The treatment for cellulitis typically focuses on antibiotics, and amputations are rarely necessary. The impact on surgical procedures or fertility is minimal when appropriate medications are administered. Surgical intervention or amputation is usually required in cases of absces...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Risks, Treatment, and Surgical Considerations
Understanding Hard Lumps on the Buttocks: Symptoms and Treatment
There is a hard lump in the buttock? Hello, doctor. Two weeks ago, I suddenly developed a hard lump on my buttock, which is noticeably red and swollen, about 5 centimeters in diameter, and it was painful. Out of fear of seeing a doctor, I went to the pharmacy for medication. The ...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Ming: The hard lump on your buttock shows signs of inflammation, which, based on your description, resembles an abscess rather than cellulitis. Abscess formation is typically caused by local trauma, folliculitis, or infection of sebaceous cysts, usually due to Staphyl...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps on the Buttocks: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding Lip Swelling: Causes and Treatment for Oral Breathers
Regarding the lips? When I visited the dentist, the doctor mentioned that I have a condition where my lips appear swollen, which she said is mostly caused by mouth breathing. That day, I was in a hurry to get a filling, so I didn't ask much. I suspect that my mouth breathing...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If the lip swelling originates from cellulitis, there would be other symptoms such as redness, heat, and pain. However, based on the information provided, it is likely not caused by the aforementioned reasons. Whether the swelling is due to sinusitis and respiratory issues is som...[Read More] Understanding Lip Swelling: Causes and Treatment for Oral Breathers
How to Determine if You Have Cellulitis After Tooth Extraction?
How to determine if one has cellulitis? Dear Dr. Luo, My husband had a tooth extraction at a general dental clinic last year, but a few days later, he experienced unexplained swelling and pain on both sides of his face extending to his jaw. This condition has caused him severe d...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
From your letter, I understand that your husband had his tooth extracted at least two months ago. Even if the swelling and pain at that time were due to cellulitis, with appropriate antibiotic treatment, the symptoms should have resolved, and he should not still be experiencing s...[Read More] How to Determine if You Have Cellulitis After Tooth Extraction?
Possible Causes of Ear Pain and Other Symptoms in Hearing-Impaired Individuals
Recently, I have been feeling a fullness in my ears and some mild pain? A week ago, I noticed swelling in my groin lymph nodes accompanied by symptoms such as fever, dizziness, and blurred vision. I went to a gynecologist for an examination, but no issues were found. I have not e...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, it does not seem to be sciatica; it appears more like an infection in the leg or foot, possibly combined with cellulitis. I recommend consulting a surgeon for a definitive diagnosis. As for the ear issue, it may also be related to inflammation...[Read More] Possible Causes of Ear Pain and Other Symptoms in Hearing-Impaired Individuals