Can You Skip Antibiotics After a Vasectomy Surgery?
Can a laparoscopic sterilization surgery be performed without antibiotics? Hello doctor, I previously experienced severe gastrointestinal issues due to the side effects of antibiotics prescribed after surgery. I would like to know if it is possible to avoid taking antibiotics for...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hemorrhoid ligation generally does not use antibiotics, similar to hemorrhoidectomy, because the area is not inherently sterile, so the absence of antibiotics is not a concern.[Read More] Can You Skip Antibiotics After a Vasectomy Surgery?
Post-Hemorrhoid Banding Surgery: Understanding Abdominal Distension and Recovery
Post-hemorrhoid ligation (rubber band ligation) abdominal distension? On the night of the hemorrhoid ligation surgery, I noticed a bulge in my lower abdomen (below the navel). It has been six days since then, and regardless of morning or evening, whenever I stand, I feel bloated ...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: Hemorrhoid surgery is not related to the abdominal cavity.[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Banding Surgery: Understanding Abdominal Distension and Recovery
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Banding and Recovery
Regarding the previous question and post-operative care after hemorrhoid ligation? Hello, Doctor. I am the patient referred to as "Umbrella" in the previous discussion. After undergoing rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids the day before yesterday, I noticed a ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid ligation, the surrounding tissue may swell, which could lead to the lump you mentioned; however, a diagnosis cannot be made without visual examination. This should not be classified as grade IV hemorrhoids. True grade IV hemorrhoids refer to swollen hemorrhoidal ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Banding and Recovery
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Banding and Recovery
Regarding the previous question and post-operative care after hemorrhoid ligation? Hello, Doctor. I am the patient referred to as "Umbrella" in the previous discussion. After undergoing rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids the day before yesterday, I noticed a ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid ligation, the surrounding tissue may swell, which could lead to the lump you mentioned; however, a diagnosis cannot be made without visual examination. This should not be classified as a grade IV hemorrhoid. True grade IV hemorrhoids refer to swollen hemorrhoidal...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Banding and Recovery
Concerns About Post-Surgery Bleeding and Pain After Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hello, doctor? I apologize for the inconvenience. I would like to ask the doctor about my internal hemorrhoid prolapse, which has been ligated for 18 days. Today, after having a bowel movement, I noticed a little blood on the toilet paper, but there was no blood in the toilet. I&...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello! 1. After hemorrhoid ligation, it is theoretically not painful; however, if the ligation site is closer to the anal opening, accompanying pain is a common occurrence. As long as there is no severe pain or significant bleeding, it should not be a concern. Taking warm sitz ba...[Read More] Concerns About Post-Surgery Bleeding and Pain After Hemorrhoid Treatment
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain After Hemorrhoid Ligature: What to Expect
Hello, doctor? I had a hemorrhoid ligation for a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid on April 27th. After experiencing pain for four days, it improved, but today is the ninth day, and after having a bowel movement this morning, the pain has returned. It feels like a burning, stinging s...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid ligation, there should be minimal pain; if there is any discomfort, it should gradually decrease. It is recommended that you consult the physician who performed the ligation to check for any signs of infection at the ligation site. If there are indications of inf...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain After Hemorrhoid Ligature: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Pain and Follow-Up for Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hello, doctor? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my situation. I had a hemorrhoid ligation for a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid on April 27, and today marks the seventh day. Since today is the first day of my menstrual period, I am unsure if the rubber band and the hemo...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The purpose of hemorrhoid banding is to treat prolapsed or bleeding internal hemorrhoids. If there are no such symptoms, there is no need for continuous banding with rubber bands. Patients often worry about when the band will fall off; however, this is not a concern as long as th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Pain and Follow-Up for Hemorrhoid Treatment
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain and Recovery After Hemorrhoidectomy
Hello, doctor? Doctor, I'm sorry. I had a hemorrhoid ligation on the evening of April 27th, and today is April 29th. The pain is more manageable with pain medication, but it returns when the medication wears off. Is this normal? Also, I've experienced significant pain a...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid ligation, it is theoretically not painful; however, if the ligation site is closer to the anal opening, accompanying pain is a common occurrence. As long as there is no severe pain or significant bleeding, it should not be a concern. Taking warm sitz baths can he...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain and Recovery After Hemorrhoidectomy
Why Did My External Hemorrhoid Swell After Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment?
Hello, doctor? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, I just had an internal hemorrhoid banded, and when I got home, I noticed that an external hemorrhoid has enlarged. Why is that? It usually doesn't get that big, did the banding of the internal hemorrhoid cause the external on...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid ligation, it is possible for external hemorrhoids to swell due to the impact of the wound; this is not considered particularly abnormal, so there is no need to worry. If there is no pain, it is fine, and taking warm sitz baths can help improve the situation. Howe...[Read More] Why Did My External Hemorrhoid Swell After Internal Hemorrhoid Treatment?
Post-Hemorrhoid Banding: Why Am I Experiencing Bleeding and Pain?
Bleeding during bowel movements one month after hemorrhoid ligation? A few months ago, I experienced continuous rectal bleeding during bowel movements. After a doctor's examination, I underwent a hemorrhoid ligation surgery in early March of this year. However, a few days ag...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Hemorrhoid ligation is primarily a treatment for symptom control, and symptoms may recur. If there is bleeding again more than a month after the ligation, you can consult your physician for another ligation. 2. Although the probability of developing colorectal cancer at the ...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Banding: Why Am I Experiencing Bleeding and Pain?
Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
External hemorrhoids issue? Hello, Doctor: I previously underwent a colonoscopy, during which the physician informed me that I have external hemorrhoids. At that time, I didn't feel particularly uncomfortable, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, in the past f...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If hemorrhoids do not involve significant bleeding or severe pain, surgical treatment is not necessary. External hemorrhoid ligation can cause intense pain, so it is generally not recommended. Only internal hemorrhoids can be ligated since they lack somatic nerve supply. There ar...[Read More] Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Pain After Hemorrhoid Ligation: What to Expect
How many days after hemorrhoid ligation will there be pain during bowel movements? Hello! I had a hemorrhoid ligation last week. The first two days were fine, but starting on the third day, I've been experiencing pain during bowel movements. The pain gradually subsides after...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Mild pain after hemorrhoid ligation is a normal occurrence. As long as there is no severe pain or significant bleeding, there is no cause for concern. However, if symptoms persist without improvement, it is important to consult a physician for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Pain After Hemorrhoid Ligation: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Treatment and Recovery
Postoperative issues related to hemorrhoid surgery? Hello Dr. Ke: Seven years ago, I had a hemorrhoid protruding from my anus during a bowel movement. I visited a clinic where the doctor inserted a finger into my anus and said there were several hemorrhoids inside that needed to ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Hemorrhoidal ligation primarily targets internal hemorrhoids. I have heard that some people perform ligation for external hemorrhoids, but I have not personally undergone this procedure, so I cannot comment on it. 2. The anal resting pressure needs to be measured with specia...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Hemorrhoid Treatment and Recovery
White Lump After Rubber Band Ligation for Internal Hemorrhoids: What to Know
After rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids, there is a white mass present? Hello, doctor. I had rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids a week ago. I'm not sure if the rubber band has fallen off. Upon self-examination, I noticed a piece of tissue at the anal o...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
There is no need to worry about whether the rubber band has fallen off; as long as the symptoms of bleeding or prolapse improve, that is sufficient. The wound from hemorrhoid ligation is typically not visible externally. Regarding the white area you mentioned in the lump, I canno...[Read More] White Lump After Rubber Band Ligation for Internal Hemorrhoids: What to Know
Post-Hemorrhoid Ligation: Understanding Leg Pain and Cold Feet Issues
After hemorrhoid ligation surgery, issues such as thigh pain may occur? Hello, doctor. Recently, I visited a proctologist due to anal itching (without bleeding). During the examination, the doctor found a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid and performed a ligation procedure. However, ...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: Leg soreness is not significantly related to internal hemorrhoid ligation.[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Ligation: Understanding Leg Pain and Cold Feet Issues
Understanding Chronic Anal Fissures: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Anal issues, chronic anal fissure? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I underwent a hemorrhoid ligation procedure, and I have a history of chronic anal fissures. However, since my last visit to the doctor, I haven't experienced any bleeding for a while. Recently, I've been e...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The typical symptoms of an anal fissure include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The common causes are often constipation or diarrhea. Chronic anal fissures can lead to the formation of a fistula due to repeated tearing and healing of the wound; however...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Anal Fissures: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Bleeding After Hemorrhoid Ligation: When to Seek Help?
Bleeding after hemorrhoid ligation? Hello Doctor: I have issues with internal hemorrhoids and anal fissures. I underwent a hemorrhoid ligation procedure on November 11. Although there was some minor bleeding afterward, it wasn't significant. During my follow-up appointment o...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the bleeding is not severe, using suppositories can be recommended. During this period, it is advisable to avoid constipation and shorten the time spent on bowel movements. Increasing dietary fiber intake can also be helpful. Warm sitz baths should aid in alleviating symptoms....[Read More] Post-Surgery Bleeding After Hemorrhoid Ligation: When to Seek Help?
Post-Band Ligation Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Post-banding bleeding of internal hemorrhoids? Hello Doctor: I underwent a rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids on November 1 (Friday). As of now, November 18 (Monday), I have experienced slight bleeding during bowel movements. The bleeding has not been severe since the ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Mild bleeding after hemorrhoid ligation is a normal occurrence. If there is no significant discomfort or heavy bleeding, there is no need to return for an earlier follow-up appointment.[Read More] Post-Band Ligation Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Is It Due to Hemorrhoids?
The presence of a large amount of blood in the stool? Hemorrhoids have been present for many years, with both internal and external types. Recently, there has been a significant amount of bright red blood in the stool. Doctor, I would like to ask: 1. Is it possible that the hemor...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. It is possible, but diverticulosis or malignant tumors can also present with bleeding. 2. Hemorrhoid ligation is indeed not a curative method; surgical removal can only guarantee that there will be no recurrence within 10 years. If bowel habits are poor, recurrence can happe...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Is It Due to Hemorrhoids?
Post-Surgery Diarrhea After Hemorrhoid Banding: What to Know
Multiple episodes of diarrhea after hemorrhoid ligation? Hello, I underwent a hemorrhoid ligation procedure yesterday afternoon, where the doctor ligated two internal hemorrhoids. I did not experience any discomfort during the surgery, and I did not feel any foreign body sensatio...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Diarrhea should not be related to the sterilization procedure; however, diarrhea can indeed cause bleeding or swelling at the sterilization site. It is advisable for you to consult a physician for an examination and to obtain medication to prevent any worsening of the sterilizati...[Read More] Post-Surgery Diarrhea After Hemorrhoid Banding: What to Know