Understanding Wound Healing Issues After a Car Accident
Wound healing issues after a car accident? Hello, I had a car accident around mid-April, resulting in a severe abrasion on my knee. I started using artificial skin once the exudate decreased, and I stopped using it when the wound healed. However, due to the impact, my knee has si...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be a hypertrophic scar. As long as there is no redness, swelling, heat, or pain, it should not be a concern. Generally, scar tissue matures and begins to absorb over a period of about six months. It is advisable to continue monitoring for an...[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing Issues After a Car Accident
Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Nerve Issues After Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic spine issues Hello, doctor! I had surgery last June for thoracic spinal stenosis that was compressing my nerves, but nearly a year after the surgery, I still experience persistent numbness in my legs. I later returned for follow-up visits and had an MRI to assess the com...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Very likely.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Nerve Issues After Thoracic Surgery
Do You Need a Tetanus Shot After a Car Accident Injury?
Traffic accident abrasion I had a car accident today and scraped my knee. I think I received a tetanus shot in the emergency room about 3 to 4 years ago. Doctor, do I still need to get another shot if I had one within the last 5 years? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, yes, if you have been vaccinated within the last five years, you do not need to get vaccinated again.[Read More] Do You Need a Tetanus Shot After a Car Accident Injury?
Post-Accident Leg Numbness: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Intermittent unilateral leg numbness after a car accident? About a month and a half ago, I was involved in a collision accident. At the time, both knees sustained abrasions, and there was a noticeable bruise on the outer side of my right thigh. X-rays of both legs showed no abnor...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Based on your symptoms, it is recommended that you undergo an MRI of the lumbar spine. Since you mentioned falling off a motorcycle, there is a possibility of spinal dislocation, affecting both the cervical and lumbar regions. X-rays may not reveal the issue, but an MRI ca...[Read More] Post-Accident Leg Numbness: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Understanding Ankle Injuries: Treatment and Recovery After a Car Accident
Left ankle abrasion from a car accident? Four days ago, I was in a car accident and sustained minor abrasions on my left arm and right knee, which are almost scabbed over. However, my left ankle is more severely injured. I noticed that the area around the ankle is a light red col...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, it seems that the wound may have necrosis due to contusion, and there could be a hematoma or an infection causing the swelling. It is advisable to visit a hospital to determine if debridement is necessary. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerne...[Read More] Understanding Ankle Injuries: Treatment and Recovery After a Car Accident
Understanding Minor Knee Wounds: When to Seek Medical Attention
Wound issues Hello doctor, my brother has a small abrasion on his knee. The surrounding area is a bit red and warm, but it hasn't swollen, and the wound only hurts when he walks. Is this normal? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, after a skin defect injury, slight redness around the area is actually a normal inflammatory response. Inflammation is necessary to attract cells for regeneration. However, if you experience increasing redness, swelling, heat, and pain, it may resemble cellulitis. If you a...[Read More] Understanding Minor Knee Wounds: When to Seek Medical Attention
Post-Injury Knee Pain: Understanding Numbness and Discomfort After Healing
After the knee wound has healed, there is a tingling pain when pressure is applied? Hello, I had a motorcycle accident on November 21, 2021, and it took about two months to heal. However, on February 8, 2022, I started experiencing numbness and pain when pressing on the wound are...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, Miss Ruan. Surface injuries often cause damage to the sensory nerves in the skin, so even after the injury has healed, you may still experience sensations such as numbness, tingling, or itching. Supplementing with B vitamins may help alleviate nerve pain slightly. If the i...[Read More] Post-Injury Knee Pain: Understanding Numbness and Discomfort After Healing
Post-Surgery Insights: Understanding Recovery After Disc Herniation Surgery
Postoperative care after disc herniation removal surgery? Hello, doctor. I am 36 years old and have a herniated disc. I underwent decompression surgery about a month ago (simple decompression). The pre-operative MRI is as follows: https://imgur.com/a/cEEz4Dh. My surgeon informed ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You have many questions after your surgery, but since Dr. Lai did not perform your surgery and I did not personally examine you, I will do my best to respond to you. (A bit of a doctor's curiosity: Who was your surgeon? If you were my patient, I would answer all your ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Insights: Understanding Recovery After Disc Herniation Surgery
Managing Swelling and Discomfort After a Knee Injury from a Car Accident
The wound from the car accident has mostly healed, but the area near the knee is still swollen? Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident in early November this year. I have a bruise on my thigh near the knee. Clinic A suggested that I get stitches, but Clinic B said it wasn't ...
Dr. Li Qinglong Reply:
Ms. Yin: Hello, I recommend that you visit the surgical outpatient clinic for a consultation, as they will be better able to address your concerns. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Managing Swelling and Discomfort After a Knee Injury from a Car Accident
Understanding Bruising and Numbness After a Bicycle Accident
Bruising after a car accident? After falling from a motorcycle and hitting the inner thigh, a bruise developed. Three days later, there is a persistent mild tingling sensation near the knee on the thigh, and the bruise is getting larger.
Dr. Peng Xianwen Reply:
Dear students, The bruising after being hit by a car will gradually improve. Director Peng Hsien-Wen, Department of Surgery, Nantou Hospital[Read More] Understanding Bruising and Numbness After a Bicycle Accident
Managing Recurrent Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Concerns
Recurrent cellulitis Hello, Doctor. My father had a serious car accident the year after I was born (in 1981), and after surgery, he had a prosthetic plastic bone implanted in his left thigh, which has caused him to walk with a limp ever since. He has experienced recurrent celluli...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! This is mostly chronic osteomyelitis, which generally causes significant suffering for patients and their families. It is recommended to seek treatment at a hospital that offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Of course, smoking and alcohol should be completely avoided, and fam...[Read More] Managing Recurrent Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Concerns
Post-Biopsy Pain and Numbness: Understanding Nerve Injury and Recovery
Severe pain at the surgical site and intense numbness after the biopsy procedure? My father is 64 years old and has a long history of smoking, betel nut chewing, and alcohol consumption. Recently, he discovered a long protrusion in the left groin area. After going to the hospital...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
You should ask the surgeon whether any nerves were damaged during the biopsy, as the extent of the injury varies and the treatment will differ accordingly.[Read More] Post-Biopsy Pain and Numbness: Understanding Nerve Injury and Recovery
Abnormal Skin Sensation Below the Knee: Causes and Treatment Options
Abnormal skin sensation in the muscles below the knee? Hello, recently while doing yoga, I experienced a pulling sensation below my knee, followed by persistent pain for several days. Additionally, I have been feeling abnormal sensations in my muscles and skin; in certain areas, ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: It is suspected that the soft tissues around the knee joint, such as ligaments and tendons, may have been overstretched and are inflamed. It is recommended to consult with a neurosurgeon, orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, or rehabilitation specialist. Wishing you a speedy r...[Read More] Abnormal Skin Sensation Below the Knee: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Wound Healing: Is This a Scar or an Unhealed Injury?
Wound healing issues Hello doctor, I had a car accident on July 20th and sustained some abrasions. Now, the wound on my knee does not hurt, but it is deep red and has an uneven texture. It looks somewhat like it did right after the injury, but it feels like there is a transparent...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like scar tissue. However, due to the greater degree of flexion in the knee area, scars that form there generally tend to hypertrophy and become thicker, appearing wrinkled when the knee is straightened.[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing: Is This a Scar or an Unhealed Injury?
Managing Surgical Scars: Tips for Healing and Treatment Options
Surgical scar I had surgery for melanoma on my elbow and knee in mid-August last year. There are three scars on my elbow and one on my knee, each about 1 cm long. I have been using adhesive strips for 8-9 months. Since the surgery was on a joint, the scars appear as white lines. ...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Adhesive strips will hold the wound area together, reducing the sensation of tearing and tightness, and they also help prevent the scar from becoming raised or thickened. 2. It is advisable to keep them on for at least three months post-surgery for optimal results.[Read More] Managing Surgical Scars: Tips for Healing and Treatment Options
Post-Accident Nerve Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery in the Foot
After the car accident, there is cramping and tingling pain in the sole and peripheral nerves of the left foot? Hello Doctor: In February 2021, I was involved in a motorcycle accident that resulted in a fracture of the left femur, which impacted the hip bone and caused a dislocat...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to consult a neurosurgeon and arrange for a nerve conduction study. Best wishes. // Neurosurgeon Dr. Lai Chao-Kang.[Read More] Post-Accident Nerve Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery in the Foot
Should You Seek Medical Attention for Tetanus After an Accident?
Tetanus infection Hello Dr. Ke, I accidentally hit something while riding my bike, and as a result, I have abrasions on my face, chin, shoulder, arms, and knees (approximately 4-5 cm). After cleaning and disinfecting the wounds, I noticed that my masseter muscle hurts when I bite...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This should not be related to tetanus. In the case of a motorcycle accident, if there is an impact to the jaw, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) may be injured, which can sometimes result in this condition. As long as there are no issues with occlusion, it should not be a concern...[Read More] Should You Seek Medical Attention for Tetanus After an Accident?
Understanding Chronic Buttock Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Expert Insights
Persistent pain in the buttocks that prevents sitting, standing, or lying down? The patient has been experiencing severe pain in the buttocks (especially the right side) while sitting, standing, and lying down for a year. This pain began shortly after undergoing arthroscopic surg...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. If you have already undergone multiple ineffective treatments from other physicians and it is considered a complex case, it is not possible to diagnose and arrange treatment based solely on a few written words. It is recommended to make an appointment and have the patie...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Buttock Pain: Causes, Treatments, and Expert Insights
Post-Surgery Nerve Issues: Understanding Complications After Cervical Disc Replacement
Postoperative issues following cervical disc replacement at C5-C6 and artificial cage placement at C6-C7? Hello, my father is 58 years old. A month ago, he started experiencing numbness and pain in his right arm, hand, and fingers, which has affected his daily life. After a docto...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. After cervical spine surgery, if there are new upper limb symptoms that are not significant, you can observe and follow up in 2-4 weeks. 2. If there is sudden onset of lower back pain and pain in both knees while walking, these are not symptoms related to the cervical s...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nerve Issues: Understanding Complications After Cervical Disc Replacement
Understanding Post-Surgical Pain: Why Your Scar Still Hurts After a Year
The wound after the biopsy still hurts even after a year? A year ago, I had a mole on the outer side of my thigh, about 5 centimeters from my knee, that suddenly grew rapidly. Initially, I underwent cryotherapy, but I was very concerned, so the doctor suggested removing it for ex...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
It is normal for scars near the knee joint to cause pain due to tension from lower limb activity after healing. If there are changes in the surface of the scar, it may indicate the formation of a keloid, which can result in more pronounced pain. It is recommended that you consult...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgical Pain: Why Your Scar Still Hurts After a Year