Managing Traumatic Hematomas: Effective Treatment Strategies and Recovery Insights
Management of traumatic hematoma? Hello, doctor! My mother sustained a knee contusion due to a car accident around the 20th of last month, resulting in external injury and internal bleeding with swelling. Initially, she underwent ice therapy, artificial skin grafting for the woun...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: "Spontaneous drainage of a hematoma" may only indicate that part of the hematoma has leaked serous fluid, while the majority of the hematoma still remains. Based on your description, it is possible that this is a type of "degloving injury." Surgical deb...[Read More] Managing Traumatic Hematomas: Effective Treatment Strategies and Recovery Insights
Understanding Disc Herniation: Insights from MRI and Pain Management
Issues related to herniated discs? Hello Dr. Chiu, I am currently in Chiayi. I was studying in Hsinchu, but I had to take a temporary leave of absence due to illness. I am unable to visit your clinic in person, so I would like to provide my recent MRI images and request some medi...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
The issue you raised is currently beyond the scope of medical treatment. I am very sorry.[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation: Insights from MRI and Pain Management
Neck Pain and Dizziness After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Neck pain and slight dizziness? About three weeks ago, I had a motorcycle accident while riding at a speed of over 50 km/h. At the time of the fall, I only sustained minor injuries to my elbows and knees, and there was no visible injury to my head. However, I am unsure if I hit m...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: Based on what you have described, please visit the outpatient clinic for an examination. Thank you! Wishing you good health.[Read More] Neck Pain and Dizziness After Motorcycle Accident: What to Know
Understanding Coccyx Pain and Sciatica: Treatment Options and Insights
Coccyx and neuropathic pain issues? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing issues similar to sciatica, with frequent pain radiating from my buttocks down through both legs to my ankles. The pain alternates between both legs, and I also experience soreness around the joints (ankle...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described do not seem to resemble sciatica. There are many causes of back pain. Could you please come to the outpatient clinic for an examination to determine if further tests (such as electromyography, MRI, etc.) are needed? Thank you![Read More] Understanding Coccyx Pain and Sciatica: Treatment Options and Insights
Understanding Knee Scar Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Age Considerations
Fall scars What type of surgical procedure is used for wounds from a fall (on the knee)? What is the approximate cost for a one-centimeter wound? Are there any side effects of cosmetic surgery at a young age?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The knee is a joint that is easily flexed, and generally, scars in areas that are prone to flexion are not suitable for surgery. Please consult with an orthopedic outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Knee Scar Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Age Considerations
Understanding Liposuction Complications: Pain, Swelling, and Uneven Results
Liposuction I am an individual with obesity in the hips and outer thighs. I underwent liposuction on my thighs last August, but I still experience pain in my legs (which feels like nerve pain). After the procedure, the leg that was originally larger lost the most fat, while the o...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Massage and exercise after liposuction are crucial for recovery. If you are still unsatisfied after a year, a reassessment may be warranted; perhaps localized touch-ups could yield more satisfactory results. Generally, the buttocks and thighs are areas that can be improved, but a...[Read More] Understanding Liposuction Complications: Pain, Swelling, and Uneven Results
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 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 the Proper Use of Artificial Skin for Wound Care
What are the uses of artificial skin? Hello, doctor. I had a motorcycle accident a week ago, resulting in a scrape on my left knee that is about the size of half a palm. After returning home, I cleaned the wound, and my mother applied Neomycin ointment and sprayed a powder simila...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello, the use of artificial skin is appropriate only when the wound is confirmed to be free of infection. Generally, for external injuries such as abrasions from motorcycle accidents, there is a high risk of infection in the early stages, making the use of artificial skin inadvi...[Read More] Understanding the Proper Use of Artificial Skin for Wound Care
Managing Post-Surgery Complications After Cyst Removal
Issues Following Cystectomy On November 6th, I had a cyst removed from above my right knee. The surgeon mentioned that it was quite deep, close to the periosteum, approximately 3 centimeters in size. However, less than two days after the stitches were removed on November 16th, it...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
Whether surgery is necessary must be determined through an outpatient examination.[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Complications After Cyst Removal
Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Lower back pain? Hello, I apologize for taking your time. I would like to ask you about a sudden onset of lower back pain I experienced a few days ago. Initially, it was just a simple ache in my lower back, but the next day I began to feel discomfort behind my knees, and later, t...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
Sciatica is essentially a symptom that relies on clinical diagnosis. As for whether the cause is a herniated disc, it is certainly a possibility. The diagnostic tools commonly used are computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It is also possible for sciatica ...[Read More] Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Back Tumors: When to Seek Medical Attention
There is a raised tumor on the upper back near the waist? Dear Dr. He, I am a patient who underwent surgery for stage 0 left breast cancer in 1992, and I have been doing well since then. Two years ago, I noticed a raised tumor on the upper right side of my back, approximately th...
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
Hello: Based on your description of the tumor on your back, it is most likely a lipoma. If it is indeed a lipoma, it should not affect your right knee. I recommend that you return to the hospital for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Back Tumors: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Joint Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Joint pain Dear Dr. Chen, About two weeks ago, I experienced pain and numbness in my spine, and my entire right leg felt tingly. After seeking medical attention, an X-ray revealed inflammation in the pelvic region and spine. I was prescribed prednisolone for two weeks, which imp...
Dr. Chen Junxing Reply:
Based on your description, it is advisable to consider the possibility of rheumatoid arthritis. I recommend consulting a rheumatologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Joint Pain: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Disc Herniation: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Annoying pain? Hello Dr. Chen, Last June, I noticed a tingling sensation in my feet and difficulty straightening my back, so I visited an orthopedic clinic. I was diagnosed with a herniated disc, and the doctor only recommended physical therapy, including lumbar traction, heat t...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Your condition sounds quite serious and indeed requires further intervention. For a herniated lumbar disc, the initial treatment, as you mentioned, involves medication and being mindful of lifestyle habits to avoid exacerbating the condition. If symptoms do not improve, rehabilit...[Read More] Understanding Disc Herniation: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Understanding Recent Onset Sciatica Symptoms and Treatment Options
Recently started? Hello doctor, I’m not sure if my symptoms are related to sciatica. They started a few months ago, beginning with a sharp pain in my lower back that extends to my buttocks, where I also feel a sharp sensation when pressure is applied. The pain then radiates down ...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: It seems that you may be experiencing an acute lumbar disc herniation with nerve root compression. You can try resting in a supine position with your knees slightly bent, avoiding prolonged sitting or standing, and not lifting heavy weights. If this treatment does not lead...[Read More] Understanding Recent Onset Sciatica Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Wound Management: Skin Grafting Success and Depth Considerations
Wound management Hello Dr. Huang, I fell while running and have a wound on my knee where approximately 2x2 cm of flesh has been removed, and the wound is deep enough to expose the fat layer. After being taken to the hospital, the doctor asked my family to search for the removed ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Ms. Hsu: 1. Hello, based on what you mentioned in your letter, the success rate of skin grafting should be greater than 50%. As long as the procedure is timely and there are no complications from infection, along with your cooperation, skin grafting typically succeeds. It is cruc...[Read More] Understanding Wound Management: Skin Grafting Success and Depth Considerations
Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Burn Scars: Options and Costs
How to remove burn scars? I suffered a burn from lard on my knee during childhood, which has resulted in a hypertrophic scar that has persisted for over thirty years. Are there methods to remove it? What would the treatment involve? Approximately how much would it cost?
Dr. Jiang Baicong Reply:
Burns resulting in hypertrophic scars on the knee that have persisted for over thirty years can be problematic, especially since this area is subject to frequent movement, making it prone to hypertrophic scarring. It is important to assess the extent of the hypertrophic scar on t...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Burn Scars: Options and Costs
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
Understanding Chronic Pain: Insights from Neurosurgery
Pain Hello, doctor! My shoulders, back, and lower back hurt when I press on them lightly, and it has been over three months. I have seen many doctors, but there has been no improvement. Recently, when I have a cold and cough, my back also hurts. Additionally, my right knee someti...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the cause of back pain is often due to tendon and fascia inflammation. To differentiate it from a herniated disc, please consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Pain: Insights from Neurosurgery
Struggling with Post-Surgery Pain: A Young Woman's Journey
Lower back pain can be excruciating! Doctor: Hello! I am a 22-year-old girl experiencing weakness. Since undergoing surgery for a herniated disc on April 1st of this year, I feel like my life has turned black and white. Why is that? After the surgery on April 1st, I have been exp...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello, Miss: Regarding your condition of herniated disc, the current treatment approach primarily focuses on long-term rehabilitation. Given your situation, having undergone two surgeries and experiencing inflammation, you also have neurological symptoms in your right lower lim...[Read More] Struggling with Post-Surgery Pain: A Young Woman's Journey