Understanding Inguinal Masses: When to See a Surgeon or Urologist
Inguinal mass? There is a subcutaneous lump approximately 1.5 centimeters in size located in the area above the groin within the pubic hair region. It has been present for over five years, is not painful, but recently seems to have increased in size slightly. Should I see a gener...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Basically, both specialties are acceptable.[Read More] Understanding Inguinal Masses: When to See a Surgeon or Urologist
Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Psychological Impact
The condition is uncertain whether it is a concussion or a psychological issue? On July 10th, around 9 AM, a foreign worker was operating a crane with a set of four small metal hooks attached, slightly larger than an adult's finger. The hooks tended to stop at head height, a...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If there is persistent dizziness, headache, and nausea after a head injury, it indicates a concussion.[Read More] Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Psychological Impact
Understanding Anal Fistulas: Treatment Options and When to Consider Surgery
Anal fistula Hello, Doctor. About a year ago, I noticed a hard lump near my anus. When it first appeared, I consulted a physician who said it was hemorrhoids, and I left it at that. Over the past year, the lump has been painless, itch-free, and without any discharge, and its size...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The only definitive treatment for an anal fistula is surgery. If there is no infection, swelling, or discomfort, continuous observation is also an option. However, if there are recurrent infections, it is advisable to proceed with surgical treatment to prevent the development of ...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistulas: Treatment Options and When to Consider Surgery
Understanding Perianal Lumps: When to Consider Surgery or Medication
Perianal mass Hello, Doctor. A year ago, I noticed a hard lump near my anus. The first doctor I saw said it was hemorrhoids. After taking medication, it remained there, but since it was neither painful nor itchy, I didn't pay much attention to it. Until last Monday, when it ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Anal fistulas are likely to recur due to their connection with the anal glands. Since this is your first occurrence and you are currently asymptomatic, you can choose to observe. However, if there is a recurrence at the same site (such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, a mass, or...[Read More] Understanding Perianal Lumps: When to Consider Surgery or Medication
Understanding Hard Lumps in the Anus: Are They Hemorrhoids?
Is it possible to feel a hard lump inside the anus with hemorrhoids? I would like to ask the doctor if hemorrhoids can be very hard. Are there hemorrhoids that do not bleed? I read online that hemorrhoids are soft and do not obstruct bowel movements. I have felt a large hard lump...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If hemorrhoids develop a thrombosis, they may feel firmer than usual hemorrhoidal tissue, but they will not reach the hardness of a lump and will not obstruct bowel movements. A colonoscopy can usually rule out tumor-related lesions. It is recommended to first visit a colorectal ...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps in the Anus: Are They Hemorrhoids?
Understanding a Hard Lump Near the Anus: Is It a Fistula?
There is a hard lump outside the anus? This lump has been present for over a year, has not changed in size, and is not painful. This morning, I noticed that it may have been compressed, causing a small hole to bleed. I am very worried that it might be a fistula. I would like to a...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If it is a first-time occurrence, it could be an anal abscess. As for whether a fistula has formed, it can be checked after the inflammation subsides. It is recommended to seek medical treatment, prescribe anti-inflammatory medication and topical ointments, keep the wound clean, ...[Read More] Understanding a Hard Lump Near the Anus: Is It a Fistula?
Understanding Hard Lumps Near the Anus: Causes and Concerns
Hard lump near the anus? Hello, doctor. I have a hard lump near my anus that has been present for over a year. Before this lump appeared, I had an experience with an anal abscess that was treated with antibiotics. About six months after the treatment, this lump developed. When I ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If the affected area previously had an anal abscess that was treated and then recurs in the same location, it may indicate the presence of a fistula, which connects the affected area to the anal glands, making it prone to recurrent inflammation. If symptoms such as redness, swell...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps Near the Anus: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Post-Surgical Pain After Thrombosed Hemangioma Removal
Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Excision Surgery Hello, doctor. I had a surgical excision of a thrombosed external hemorrhoid on June 21. About five days post-operation, my bowel movements started to become less painful, and I felt that the wound was gradually improving. However, by the ei...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If a new protrusion appears on the opposite side of the wound, it may be a new thrombosed external hemorrhoid. Here are some recommendations: 1. Monitor symptoms: Continue to observe any changes in pain and the new protrusion, paying attention to any further swelling, discolorati...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgical Pain After Thrombosed Hemangioma Removal
Post-Surgery Swelling and Bowel Issues After Mole Removal: What to Expect
Post-operative swelling and difficulty in bowel movements after mole removal? Hello Doctor, I underwent minimally invasive excision of external moles two months ago and have been attending regular follow-up appointments (three visits so far). Two months post-surgery, I have notic...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid surgery, it is common to experience abnormal sensations for a short period, but typically, these should return to normal within about two weeks. If you are still experiencing these sensations after such a long time, it may be considered unusual. Whether this is r...[Read More] Post-Surgery Swelling and Bowel Issues After Mole Removal: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns for Chin Hemangioma: What to Expect
Postoperative issues related to hemangioma on the chin? Hello Dr. Lee, about a week ago, I discovered a lump about 1.5 cm on my jaw. Initially, I thought it was a sebaceous cyst, but after visiting an otolaryngology clinic, the doctor diagnosed it as a hemangioma. After taking me...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Hemangiomas arise from blood vessels and are highly vascularized. When surgical removal is necessary, the blood vessels need to be isolated and clamped; it is not simply a matter of cutting into the vessels. The vessels must be excised to allow for proper anastomosis. Will...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Chin Hemangioma: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Lipoma Removal Recovery
Postoperative issues related to lipoma removal? Hello Doctor, last November I underwent surgery at Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital to remove a lipoma the size of a mung bean from my forehead. The surgeon mentioned that the swelling would only last for a short period. I follow...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to return for a follow-up to check if the sutures are absorbable. Currently, the sutures are all manufactured across the strait, and there are no alternatives available. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerned about you![Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Lipoma Removal Recovery
Understanding a Movable Lump on the Back of Your Neck: What to Do?
I felt a lump on the back of my neck? Recently, I noticed a large, movable lump on the back of my neck when I looked up. It is not attached to the skin, and I cannot feel it when I look down. It is completely painless, but I am a bit worried about what it could be (the location i...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
General surgery, plastic surgery, and neurosurgery are all acceptable.[Read More] Understanding a Movable Lump on the Back of Your Neck: What to Do?
Understanding a Painful Lump in Your Left Armpit: When to Seek Help
There is a small hard lump under the left armpit? You have a small hard lump under your left armpit that you discovered about three years ago while expressing milk. At that time, there was no discomfort, and you thought it was due to milk stasis. However, it has not disappeared o...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello Ms. Nalu, thank you for your patience. Based on your condition, there is no need to worry too much. It is generally recommended to undergo an ultrasound examination at a breast surgery clinic.[Read More] Understanding a Painful Lump in Your Left Armpit: When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Concerns: Three Months After Anal Fistula Procedure
Questions regarding the condition three months after anal fistula surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent anal fistula surgery at the end of February this year, where the doctor performed a fistulotomy. During this period, I took about 20 days off work to rest. I have been taking sit...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Postoperative hard lumps at the wound site may be scar tissue resulting from good healing, but there is also a possibility of recurrence. If both physicians do not suspect recurrence, then the likelihood of it being scar tissue is greater. Scar tissue generally takes about six mo...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Three Months After Anal Fistula Procedure
Persistent Right Chest Swelling After Car Accident: Causes and Insights
After the car accident, there was bruising and swelling in the right chest. Even after the bruise has faded, the right chest remains swollen. An X-ray was taken after the accident, and no issues were found? It has been 7 years since the car accident, and my right chest is still s...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please visit the general surgery department for an ultrasound examination, and you will be able to find out the information you need. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Persistent Right Chest Swelling After Car Accident: Causes and Insights
Understanding Post-Drainage Wound Care for Anal Abscess
Wound after drainage of an anal abscess? Hello, Doctor. I was diagnosed with an anal abscess on April 1st, and a blade was used for drainage at that time. During my follow-up appointment on April 8th, the doctor examined the wound and confirmed that it was healing well, advising ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If the anal abscess has been adequately drained and there are no secretions or signs of redness, swelling, or pain, it can be considered as not having recurred. The healing site may develop fibrotic scarring, but it typically does not cause significant discomfort. If there are an...[Read More] Understanding Post-Drainage Wound Care for Anal Abscess
Understanding and Managing Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids After Surgery
Thrombosed external hemorrhoid Two weeks ago, I went to the hospital to treat an internal hemorrhoid (which was very painful this time). As a result, a week later, I noticed a fleshy lump outside the anus, skin-colored and about the size of a peanut, which is swollen and extremel...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the ligation of internal hemorrhoids is performed too superficially, it can lead to complications such as pain and swelling due to the proximity of the wound to external hemorrhoids. Currently, the best approach is to take warm sitz baths and wait for the wound to heal. If the...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids After Surgery
Soft Pink Bump Near Anus: Should You Be Concerned?
A small painless lump has developed outside the anus? Today, I felt a slight sharp pain in my anus and discovered a small pink soft lump on the outer edge of the anus when I looked in the mirror. It doesn't hurt and there is no bleeding. My bowel movements are generally smoo...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
A sudden appearance of a pink small lump at the anal margin is most commonly associated with thrombosed hemorrhoids. It is advisable to take warm sitz baths, increase fluid intake, and consume dietary fiber to prevent constipation, along with the use of hemorrhoid ointments to al...[Read More] Soft Pink Bump Near Anus: Should You Be Concerned?
Post-Surgery Breast Tumor: Managing Pain and Swelling Concerns
Post-operative pain and swelling after breast tumor excision? Hello, doctor. Last year, I discovered a cyst in my breast, accompanied by swelling and pain, so I sought medical attention. After an ultrasound examination, the doctor said it was benign and that I shouldn't worr...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, if the pathology report has been sent for testing, you should feel more at ease. 1. You can consider getting an ultrasound for further evaluation. 2. If there is significant swelling, there is indeed a possibility of rupture. 3. Inverted nipples can be a more challenging i...[Read More] Post-Surgery Breast Tumor: Managing Pain and Swelling Concerns
Understanding Painful Bumps Near the Anus: Possible Causes and Treatments
There is a pimple on the left side of the anus? Hello, doctor! On April 15th, while taking a shower, I felt a small hard lump on the left side of my anus. It only hurts when I touch it. Over the next few days, it slightly swelled up, about the size of a small green bean. It still...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If it is an anal abscess, it is usually located closer to the anal opening, and topical ointments are often ineffective. Once it ruptures, there will be purulent discharge. Your description is more similar to general folliculitis. If you are concerned, you can visit a colorectal ...[Read More] Understanding Painful Bumps Near the Anus: Possible Causes and Treatments