Understanding Post-Accident Wound Healing and Scar Treatment Options
The appearance of wounds after healing from a car accident? Hello, I had a car accident at the end of November and saw a surgeon. This is how the wound looks after healing: http://imgur.com/jP2yx8H. Recently, I have noticed that some areas of bruising have not dissipated and feel...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
If there is a hard lump at the wound site after three months, you can schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon. If necessary, scar treatment injections may be administered.[Read More] Understanding Post-Accident Wound Healing and Scar Treatment Options
Unexplained Right Leg Numbness in a 70-Year-Old: Seeking Answers
My father is 70 years old and experiences numbness in his right foot, but various tests have not revealed any underlying cause? Dear Doctor, My father is 70 years old and has been experiencing gradual numbness in his right foot for about two years (the left foot has not shown an...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to further evaluate whether it is a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) or a condition affecting the upper cervical and thoracic spinal cord nerves. Consider if there is room for further treatment. Best wishes. // Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Department of Neurosu...[Read More] Unexplained Right Leg Numbness in a 70-Year-Old: Seeking Answers
Finding Affordable Fistula Surgery Options in Kaohsiung
Fistula surgery Hello, Dr. Ke. We would like to inquire if there are hospitals in the Sanmin District of Kaohsiung that accept National Health Insurance for the treatment of fistulas. We couldn't find any information on this. We only found a type of electrocautery treatment ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Answer: Fistula treatments are covered by health insurance. Please search online for "Kaohsiung Sanmin District Colorectal Surgery," where you can find many physicians to choose from. Electrocautery treatment is not currently a mainstream treatment method in the medical...[Read More] Finding Affordable Fistula Surgery Options in Kaohsiung
Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Right lower back pain? Hello, doctor. I have severe pain on the right side of my lower back near the spine, which radiates down to my groin, and sometimes I also experience pain in my right thigh and calf. I'm not sure if it's related to my kidneys or if I've strai...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, you can consult a neurosurgeon. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Dog-Ear Deformity After Facial Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Surgical facial suturing can result in dog-ear deformity scars? Doctor, will the dog-ear deformity caused by facial suturing surgery disappear on its own? It appears as a bulge on both sides of the wound, resembling a lump, but it doesn't look like a scar (it seems to be a d...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Dog ear tape will gradually flatten on its own without the need for scar removal injections, as it is not hypertrophic scarring or keloids. After surgery, swelling can sometimes persist for a long time, and I have encountered cases where it took six months to soften. Take ...[Read More] Understanding Dog-Ear Deformity After Facial Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Sciatica from Herniated Discs: Treatment Options and Concerns
Herniated disc causing sciatica? In January of this year, I underwent an MRI at the hospital, which confirmed a herniated disc at the L4-L5 level compressing the nerve root, resulting in abnormal nerve conduction and causing sciatica. Yesterday, I returned for a doctor's eva...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, as you mentioned: MRI confirmed that there is a herniated disc at the L4-L5 level compressing the nerve root. Nerve conduction studies are abnormal, and there is some atrophy in the gluteal region. After a long period of rehabilitation, you feel it has been ineffective. ...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica from Herniated Discs: Treatment Options and Concerns
Should You Seek Medical Attention for Non-Healing Injection Wounds?
Wound issues I previously received a testosterone injection, and the day after, I experienced redness, swelling, and blistering with pus. I thought it was nothing serious, but a month later, the wound hasn't closed and has developed a hole. However, it doesn't hurt, and...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If you have a hole, I suggest you consult a physician who can help you with testosterone therapy. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Should You Seek Medical Attention for Non-Healing Injection Wounds?
Post-Injection Symptoms: Are Headaches and Nausea Normal After Tetanus Shot?
Post-injection symptoms Hello Dr. Lee, I was stung by a bee yesterday and went to the hospital. The outpatient physician said I needed a tetanus shot. After receiving the shot, I experienced symptoms of headache, stomach pain, nausea, and a slight fever. Is this normal?
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Most people experience redness, swelling, and pain at the injection site. Fever is less common, while headaches, stomach pain, and nausea are even rarer. As long as there is no persistent fever, it is not a concern. However, if you experience severe allergic symptoms such ...[Read More] Post-Injection Symptoms: Are Headaches and Nausea Normal After Tetanus Shot?
Understanding Chronic Abdominal Discomfort: CT vs. MRI for Diagnosis
Chronic abdominal discomfort and abdominal CT diagnosis? Dear Dr. Chen, Thank you for your response to this article (http://sp1.hso.mohw.gov.tw/doctor/All/ShowDetail.php?sat=1&q_no=113205). I often experience abdominal sounds around my navel accompanied by a watery sound, wh...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
First of all, your symptoms (frequent abdominal rumbling around the navel accompanied by a watery sound) seem more like a minor functional gastrointestinal issue, and you may be overly anxious about it. If you are trying to apply pressure to release gas and create the sound of wa...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Abdominal Discomfort: CT vs. MRI for Diagnosis
Post-Surgery Fever and Pain Management After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Traditional hemorrhoid surgery on September 29, fever started on October 2? On September 29, I underwent traditional surgery for hemorrhoids. The doctor indicated that the wound is larger, which is why I am experiencing more pain. Post-surgery, my bowel movements are normal, but ...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello; as you mentioned, wounds in the genital area or anal region may have a higher likelihood of causing fever. It is recommended for the public to undergo screening to confirm if the wound infection is related to a tumor. The Ministry of Health and Welfare Changhua Hospital ca...[Read More] Post-Surgery Fever and Pain Management After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling and Pain After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative swelling after hemorrhoid surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: I had a level 4 hemorrhoid surgery and have been resting at home for nearly 10 days. Why is the wound still very painful? Also, it started swelling three days after the surgery. I have been dilig...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Generally, after hemorrhoid surgery, the pain at the surgical site should have significantly decreased within a week. However, if there are issues such as constipation or diarrhea, it can lead to swelling of the wound. Additionally, the duration of bowel movements should be minim...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Swelling and Pain After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Understanding Discrepancies Between MRI and EMG Results in Back Pain
MRI examination shows a herniation at L5-S1 without nerve compression, but the electromyography (EMG) results indicate..? Hello Dr. Chang, In May 2014, I was hospitalized due to a persistent high fever. Despite several days of antibiotic treatment, my condition did not improve. ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
In clinical practice, it is uncommon to find normal lumbar MRI results while electromyography indicates nerve compression. It seems that the cause of your pain is not entirely clear; why not consider trying high-frequency thermal coagulation therapy again?[Read More] Understanding Discrepancies Between MRI and EMG Results in Back Pain
Understanding Darkening Scars: Causes and Treatments After Surgery
Scars darken when exposed to heat? Hello Doctor, I had a car accident in early December last year, resulting in a severe laceration on the dorsum of my foot (with the tendon of my big toe exposed). The emergency physician performed a suturing procedure, and a week later, I underw...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Scars that appear red or black indicate insufficient healing, and it is recommended to use artificial skin for care for 3 to 6 months. You may also consider consulting a plastic surgeon for scar reduction injections.[Read More] Understanding Darkening Scars: Causes and Treatments After Surgery
Post-Accident Ankle Swelling: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Swelling of the lateral malleolus persists after the car accident? Hello Doctor, I had a motorcycle accident two weeks ago, during which my right ankle was crushed, resulting in a wound approximately 2x2.5 cm on the lateral malleolus. After the emergency physician performed debri...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! 1. The wound is still swollen: The photo of the outer ankle shows that the wound is still dirty, and the elbow hasn't been cleaned properly, which is why there is so much scabbing. 2. Whether there is any pus inside can only be determined through a clinical examinatio...[Read More] Post-Accident Ankle Swelling: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head Trauma Concerns: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Head issues Hello Dr. Chang, On June 9th, after having an argument with my husband, I impulsively chose to hit my head against the wall several times. I deeply regret this decision. At that moment, I only felt pain but was fully conscious. I visited a surgical clinic where the d...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It seems unnecessary; let's wait until the cold is over and then reassess![Read More] Head Trauma Concerns: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Care After Hemorrhoid Ligation
Hemorrhoid ligation I underwent hemorrhoid ligation at the Postal Hospital on June 10. The doctor mentioned that there were three hemorrhoids to be ligated, but they started with the most painful one. After the ligation, I experienced significant pain and requested a pain relief ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It appears that you are experiencing post-operative thrombosis and swelling after hemorrhoid ligation. It is recommended that you first use oral and topical medications, along with enhanced sitz baths, and wait for the swelling to subside before taking further action. At this tim...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Care After Hemorrhoid Ligation
Challenges in Treating Recurrent Colon Cancer with Organ Adhesions
Colorectal cancer recurrence with tumor adhesion to the stomach, pancreas, and other organs? Dear Dr. Ke, My father is 60 years old. Last August, he was taken to the emergency room due to unbearable abdominal pain. After examination, he was diagnosed with intestinal obstruction ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, the condition seems to be quite severe. If there are multiple metastases in the abdominal cavity after surgery, it can be said that Western medicine has no possibility of a cure. Targeted therapy can effectively extend survival by 3 to 6 months. Surgica...[Read More] Challenges in Treating Recurrent Colon Cancer with Organ Adhesions
Chronic Lumbar Pain: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Lumbar pain Hello Dr. Lai, I have a job that requires long hours of sitting. After two months of work, I began experiencing pain in my lumbar spine, and it has been over four months now. Since the onset of the pain, I have been undergoing rehabilitation treatment (electrotherapy,...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, as you mentioned: "After undergoing an MRI, the doctor said there is degeneration and slight bulging of the intervertebral discs at the L4-L5 levels, but no other issues were found. It is not yet at the stage where surgery is required. The doctor said I can only rely ...[Read More] Chronic Lumbar Pain: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Understanding Discomfort in the Left Back and Armpit: Causes and Treatments
There is discomfort in the left side of the back and under the armpit? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing tightness in the upper left side of my back, accompanied by a cramping discomfort that also extends to my left armpit, which feels swollen and tight (without an...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Based on what you have described, if there is no improvement after a period of treatment, I recommend considering a low-dose chest CT scan at your own expense to rule out the most concerning issue of tumors. If no tumors are found, the remaining possibilities are musculosk...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in the Left Back and Armpit: Causes and Treatments
Effective Scar Treatment Options After a Car Accident: A Guide
Car accident scars I had a car accident two and a half years ago, which resulted in scars on both of my legs. On my left knee, there is a scar measuring 2x3 cm that has some slight elevation and feels soft to the touch. On my right leg, there are two separate scars, each approxim...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The primary functions of scar ointments are to soften and lighten scars. For scars measuring 3x3 cm that have persisted for over two years, it is advisable to seek outpatient treatment with scar injection therapy. If the results are unsatisfactory, further options can be consider...[Read More] Effective Scar Treatment Options After a Car Accident: A Guide