Understanding Enteric Fistulas: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Intestinal fistula!! So painful? Hello Dr. Ke: Please help me! Save me! I need to undergo in vitro fertilization, and there is a myoma in my uterus. A renowned physician at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital said it could be resolved with laparoscopy (I have been seeing this physician ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your question... Generally speaking, if a uterine adenomyoma is asymptomatic (without bleeding or severe abdominal pain), surgical removal is not recommended unless the location of the adenomyoma is unusual. It is also unrelated to in vitro fertilization (IV...[Read More] Understanding Enteric Fistulas: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Peritonitis: A Surgical Perspective
Peritonitis What are the signs and symptoms of peritonitis?
Dr. Hou Yongcheng Reply:
Hello Yu-Hsi, The main clinical features of peritonitis include: rapid onset, diffuse abdominal pain, tenderness, high fever, chills, restlessness, vomiting, diarrhea, hematemesis, and melena. The abdominal wall is typically rigid, and the white blood cell count usually ranges ...[Read More] Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Peritonitis: A Surgical Perspective
Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Children with Appendicitis
Please help me? Hello, Dr. Ke. My child is currently 6 years old. From January 23 to 30, she experienced abdominal distension, pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, leading to two emergency visits and two outpatient visits, all diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis. Despite enemas and medic...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your concerns: First, I would like to advise this mother not to be too hard on herself. Diagnosing appendicitis can sometimes be quite challenging, even for experienced doctors. Now that the surgery has been performed and treatment has been initiated, there ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Children with Appendicitis
Why Is My Brother Still Experiencing Complications After Appendectomy?
Why does someone with appendicitis experience pus drainage even after being hospitalized for over ten days post-surgery? Hello Dr. Lee Jun-Te! My brother was admitted to the National Military 813 Hospital for surgery on November 6 due to appendicitis. His appendix was surrounded ...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Dear Ms. Junru, I apologize for the delay in responding to your email due to the hospital's computer system update. Regarding your brother's condition, he is experiencing a localized abscess or localized peritonitis due to a ruptured appendicitis. Typically, after an a...[Read More] Why Is My Brother Still Experiencing Complications After Appendectomy?
Gallstones: Understanding Risks, Treatment Options, and Prevention Tips
Gallstones Recently, I visited a doctor due to persistent abdominal bloating and discovered that I have multiple gallstones. I consulted two large, reputable hospitals. One repeatedly emphasized the need to remove the gallbladder to prevent future complications, but my family dis...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
"Gallstones," more accurately referred to as "gallbladder stones," are a common condition. According to foreign literature, approximately over 10% of the adult population has gallstones, and the incidence increases with age, with rates as high as 30-40% among ...[Read More] Gallstones: Understanding Risks, Treatment Options, and Prevention Tips