Diabetes, Surgery FAQ - Page 3

Hyperhidrosis issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about which specialty I should consult for the evaluation of hyperhidrosis. I have researched surgical options, but I am hesitant to decide due to potential compensatory sweating and other postoperative issues. Addition...

The issue of itchy nipples? Hello, doctor. I have a question. I am a 43-year-old male, 178 cm tall, and weigh 68 kg. About three months ago, I started experiencing itching on my left nipple, which has been localized to that area. The itching occurs intermittently; sometimes it st...

Cerebral atrophy leading to compensatory hydrocephalus with dementia symptoms, is it suitable for ventriculoperitoneal shunt surgery? Hello Doctor, my father is 66 years old and has a history of Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, diabetes, and mental illness. In October 2019, he...

Regarding total splenectomy and partial pancreatic resection (30-40%) surgical issues? I am a 24-year-old male, non-smoker and non-drinker. My father has a history of diabetes. In October, I was diagnosed with a large cyst (approximately 13x10 cm) located between my spleen and pa...

Post-operative care for brain tumor surgery? My father had surgery last May, and since then he has been experiencing severe diabetes insipidus (drinking nearly 10,000 cc of water daily). However, he also has heart failure, with blood pressure typically ranging from 180 to 200 mmH...

Postoperative care issues following craniopharyngioma surgery? Hello Dr. Lai, my father underwent surgery for a craniopharyngioma in May and is currently resting at home. His condition is as follows: 1. He is experiencing diabetes insipidus, but the doctor has not prescribed an...

Regarding pain from the thigh to the calf and foot? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to consult you about a situation I experienced. I have a history of type 2 diabetes. The night before last, after I finished my walking exercise and returned home, I...

I'm sorry, could you please clarify your question? Recently, I have lost about forty pounds over the past six months, and my appetite has significantly decreased. I have been experiencing continuous rectal bleeding, almost no appetite, and symptoms of nausea and vomiting. So...

The presence of an abscess in the appendix that has not ruptured can be effectively treated with antibiotics? Hello Doctor: My father is 70 years old and has diabetes. He was admitted to the hospital on February 12 (Monday) afternoon due to unusual abdominal pain. A CT scan revea...

The brain tumor has affected the brainstem? (My mom has diabetes) My mom went to the emergency room at midnight due to a headache. A CT scan revealed a 7 cm tumor at the front of her brain. An MRI was performed, and she was admitted to the hospital at 6 PM the same day. During he...

Ganglion cyst Hello Doctor, I have lupus erythematosus, and there is a family history of diabetes. Earlier this year, I consulted a doctor who said surgery was an option and that I could choose not to proceed. I initially thought I would ignore it since I wasn't in pain. How...

Postoperative issues? Hello Dr. Lee, First of all, I would like to thank this platform and the doctors for providing such a valuable service to the public for free. I truly appreciate your efforts to help others. My father underwent open-heart surgery in May due to his advance...

Symptoms after rectal malignant tumor resection? Hello, my father-in-law underwent a rectal tumor resection surgery two to three weeks ago. He is now going to the bathroom several times a day, experiencing constant bloating, and has swelling in both legs. Is this a normal post-op...

The wound from the cyst excision is very deep and has opened up? Hello Doctor, my mother has diabetes and a sebaceous cyst near her breast, which was excised at the end of July. She has been following up regularly. Due to work commitments, I couldn't accompany her to her app...

Anal fistula surgery Hello, Dr. Ko. This year, after an anal abscess in June, I underwent an anal fistula incision surgery on July 19 (there was no pus discharge normally). At that time, the doctor mentioned that it was considered a superficial fistula. Both the hospital informat...

Is it necessary to insert a urinary catheter for pituitary tumor surgery? Hello, doctor. I am preparing to undergo surgery for a pituitary tumor, and I've been reading articles from other patients. I noticed that some of them had to have a urinary catheter inserted, which ma...

Mild carotid atherosclerosis Hello Dr. Chang, In the past three weeks, I have frequently felt a bit dizzy while eating, and I also experience occasional dizziness at other times, sometimes with a sensation of spinning. I have visited an otolaryngologist for dizziness tests and ...

Cellulitis Is cellulitis only likely to occur if there is a wound? My father recently complained of sudden pain in his right calf, which appears red and swollen, but there is no visible wound. The size of the redness and swelling is about 5x5 cm. Additionally, my father has diabe...

In mid-January, there was blood in the stool? 1. Regarding your question, after experiencing bright red blood in your stool in mid-January, you promptly consulted a colorectal specialist who performed a flexible sigmoidoscopy and diagnosed you with a mild anal fissure. Following ...

Deciding on surgery for a vestibular schwannoma is challenging? I have consulted four hospitals and four neurosurgeons regarding my condition. I currently have poorly controlled diabetes and an acoustic neuroma approximately 2 cm in size, which only slightly touches the brainstem...