Keloid, Surgery FAQ

Managing Hemorrhoids: Dietary and Lifestyle Tips for Control

Hemorrhoid issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if mild acne can be controlled through diet and lifestyle habits to prevent it from worsening? How quickly can acne progress from grade 1 to grades 2 or 3? Is it true that individuals with keloid-prone skin are not suitable for...

Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Yes 2. No 3. Keloids generally occur in areas with high tension or frequent friction; anal surgery typically does not result in keloids.

Understanding Post-Hernia Surgery: Hard Lump Near Incision

Hernia surgery wound lump? Hello Doctor, I had hernia surgery three weeks ago and a synthetic mesh was used. Recently, I have noticed a hard protruding lump near the incision site. It doesn't hurt most of the time, but it does hurt when pressed. Is this normal? How long will...

Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The artificial mesh used in hernia repair interacts with surrounding tissues to create a reinforcing effect on the abdominal wall, reducing the chances of recurrence. Generally, its position is deeper and not easily accessible. Based on your description of a hard protruding lump ...

Post-Surgery Chin Healing: Managing Fluid and Redness After Stitches

One week after the chin sutures were removed, there is still a small amount of fluid and slight redness? Hello Doctor, I had a car accident recently, resulting in a 3 cm laceration on the right lower corner of my chin (with six needle punctures above and below). The wound is some...

Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Scar care should only begin once the wound has healed. 2. If there is still exudate, it indicates that the wound has not yet healed, and care should be based on wound management principles. 3. For scar care, silicone gel sheets or scar gels can be used.

Understanding Lipomas: Surgical Concerns and Malignancy Risks

Lipoma issues and surgical concerns? Last July, I suddenly noticed a small hard lump on my right upper arm. After an examination, the doctor diagnosed it as a lipoma measuring 2 centimeters. Recently, I went for another check-up and found that it has grown to 4 centimeters. Is it...

Dr. Li Qinglong Reply:
Hello, Miss: Due to the rapid growth of the tumor, it is recommended that you promptly visit the surgical outpatient clinic for treatment. A local anesthesia procedure is advised for better pathological examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares...

Effective Scar Removal and Prevention After Car Accidents

Scar removal and prevention after a car accident? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident previously, and I'm not sure if the small raised scar on my hand is due to improper wound care or keloid formation, but it does not exceed the size of the original wound. Recently, I had ...

Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
A physician must personally examine a patient before administering treatment, prescribing medication, or providing a diagnosis. 1. Scars require proper care to look aesthetically pleasing. 2. Methods for scar care include silicone gel sheets, scar ointments, minimizing movement...

Managing Painful Skin Changes After Anal Abscess Surgery

Anal issues Hello doctor, I had an anal abscess drainage surgery six months ago. Due to my body constitution, a keloid formed after the wound healed. Recently, the keloid area, which had been asymptomatic, suddenly protruded and is painful to the touch, although it feels soft and...

Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Your condition may be an anal fistula complicated by a bacterial infection. If immediate surgical treatment is not possible, you should start oral antibiotics. If you are unable to obtain antibiotics from a pharmacy, you should seek medical attention immediately to prevent the in...

Traditional Surgery for Fibroadenoma: Considerations for Scar Management

Traditional surgical methods for the excision of fibromas? Hello! After discussing with my attending physician yesterday, we decided to remove both fibroadenomas in my left breast (one measuring 1 cm at the 3 o'clock position and the other measuring 1.2 cm at the 4 o'cl...

Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
1. Because the edge of the areola is at the junction between the areola and normal skin, it is generally less noticeable regardless of the presence of keloids! 2. Absolutely not! This is a completely different procedure. If the postoperative wound experiences unnecessary tension...

Post-Surgery Wound Care: How to Prevent Scarring After Healing

What are the follow-up care steps for a scab after surgery? In mid-June of this year, I underwent thoracoscopic surgery due to a pneumothorax. One of the incision sites was not sutured upon discharge, and it has not healed since. I later returned to the surgical clinic, where the...

Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! After the scab falls off, you can apply scar gel! Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you!

Do You Need Hospitalization for Skull Tumor Surgery? Post-Op Care Tips

Is hospitalization required for surgery to remove a skull osteoma? Is there a risk of keloid formation with this type of surgery? Hello, my wife has had a hard lump on her scalp for many years. Last year, a neurosurgeon examined it and said it was a benign osteoma, recommending f...

Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Outpatient surgery can be performed, typically using local anesthesia or intravenous sedation, without the need for hospitalization. There is a possibility of developing keloids.

Understanding Pain in Healed Wounds: Is It Normal?

After a wound has healed, it may still hurt if it is bumped? Hello, I would like to ask about a knee injury caused by a car accident a year ago. The wound was small, and while it was healing, it was repeatedly bumped against chairs, causing bleeding. Now, the wound has healed for...

Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It may be hypertrophic scars or keloids; a physical examination is necessary to determine. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you!

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 ...

Can Patients with Keloid Scars Undergo Nipple Reduction Surgery?

Can individuals with keloid-prone skin undergo nipple reduction surgery? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if a person with keloid tendency can undergo nipple reduction surgery. Additionally, I previously had a fibrocystic tumor excision on the upper part of my breast, and after ...

Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Individuals with keloid-prone skin are at risk of developing keloids whenever there is a wound. It is advisable to avoid surgery to minimize the likelihood of keloid formation. 2. Surgery can remove keloids, but there is a possibility that keloids may recur at the original sit...

Effective Scar Treatment Options for Hypertrophic Scars After Injury

Scar management methods? Hello, about 10 months ago I had a car accident and injured my knee. The wound has healed, but there is a scar that measures 5 by 3.5 centimeters, which is a red, raised scar that feels harder than normal skin. I have not had any keloids from previous inj...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Knee protruding scar requires injection treatment.

Effective Treatments for Fibromas: Managing Recurrence and Aesthetic Concerns

How to treat fibromas? I have a fibroma on the middle phalanx of my left ring finger due to trauma. I have undergone two surgeries, one at Kaohsiung Medical University and the other at E-Da Hospital, but there is still a noticeable protrusion. The doctors at Kaohsiung mentioned t...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Scars from traumatic raised lesions near joints tend to have poorer treatment outcomes. It is important to communicate frequently with your physician and be patient with the treatment process.

Effective Scar Revision Techniques for Post-Injury Recovery

Scar revision I have a large scar on my leg due to a car accident, which extends from the upper inner thigh down to a circle around the knee. At that time, the doctors performed skin graft surgery on both sides of my knee. Now, the edges of the skin graft are raised and red, and ...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Large scars are difficult to manage. In recent years, there has been a surgical procedure involving fat grafting, which you can consult with a physician experienced in this technique.

Effective Treatment Options for Keloids: Surgery and Radiation Therapy

Keloids are treated with surgery and radiation therapy? In the previous response, I saw Dr. Lu introducing the treatment of keloids using surgery combined with radiation therapy. I am very interested. Could you please tell me which hospital or clinic in Taipei I can go to for thi...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
You should still see a plastic surgeon.

Understanding Adhesion Issues After Tendon Injury: Insights for Recovery

Adhesion issues Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about an injury that resulted in a laceration on the dorsum of my left foot, with the tendon of my big toe initially exposed. Afterward, I underwent suturing and surgery. Although the external wound has healed, I am experienci...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Rehabilitation is necessary! There is a high chance of adhesion recurrence, so it is not recommended unless absolutely necessary.

Understanding Adhesion Issues After Tendon Injury: Treatment Options

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Rehabilitation is necessary! There is a high chance of adhesion recurrence after removal, so it is not recommended unless absolutely necessary.

New Treatments for Keloids: Options Beyond Steroid Injections

Are there any new treatments for keloids? Hello, Dr. Lu. I sustained six stitches on my chin and multiple abrasions due to a car accident. I have a keloid-prone condition and am very concerned about the red, swollen scars on my face. Besides steroid injections, are there any meth...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
After removing the stitches, it is important to care for the area with artificial skin for a full six months. If there is any oversight, a corticosteroid injection can be administered; proper care is the key focus.

Should I Remove Keloid Scars During Surgery? Dietary Tips for Healing

Inquiry about keloid scars? Hello, doctor. Last year, I had surgery for a clavicle fracture due to a car accident, and after the surgery, I discovered that I had a 15 cm keloid scar. This year, I need to undergo another surgery to remove the internal plate. I would like to know i...

Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Diet should not be a concern. During the removal, a consultation with a plastic surgeon can be arranged for scar management. Afterwards, proper care with artificial skin should be maintained for 3 to 6 months.

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