Postpartum Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and When to Seek Surgery
Postpartum hemorrhoids Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about hemorrhoids. I gave birth on May 1st, and afterward, I noticed two small polyps around my anus. They don't hurt when I touch them, but I do see a little blood when I go to the bathroom. I suspect I have develope...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If there are no specific symptoms during pregnancy and hemorrhoids occur only after delivery, surgery may not be necessary. It is advisable to start with warm sitz baths, use hemorrhoid ointments, and increase fluid and dietary fiber intake to prevent constipation, as these measu...[Read More] Postpartum Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and When to Seek Surgery
Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoids and Rectal Polyps: Key Insights
Post-hemorrhoid surgery Hello Dr. Ke: I underwent surgery for rectal polyps and mixed nevi on May 29, and I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. Both the polyp and nevus wounds are internal; how can I determine if the wounds are healing properly? 2. It has been 26 days post-...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. No pain and no discharge means it has healed. 2. After so many days, it will not reopen. 3. Sutures generally fall out 1 to 4 weeks after surgery, depending on the type of suture used. The loss of sutures does not necessarily indicate that the wound has healed; absorbable sutu...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoids and Rectal Polyps: Key Insights
Understanding Blood After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Blood on toilet paper after wiping can indicate several potential issues, including hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other gastrointestinal conditions? Recently, after having a bowel movement, I noticed that sometimes there are small red specks in my stool. I think it might be remn...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin irritation leading to bleeding, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger...[Read More] Understanding Blood After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoid and Anal Fissure Issues
Post-operative nursing issues for a patient after surgery? Hello doctor, I underwent surgery for a hemorrhoidectomy and polypectomy on April 10. After a month of recovery, I have noticed symptoms of anal fissure. Currently, I experience bleeding after walking for a while, and whe...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
It has been about a month since the fistula and polyp surgery on April 10th. Theoretically, the wound should have healed by now. If there are still secretions and symptoms, it indicates that the wound has not yet healed or there may be an infection. It is recommended to return to...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoid and Anal Fissure Issues
Understanding Blood in Stool During COVID: When to Seek Gastroenterology Care
Blood streaks during the COVID-19 period? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you two questions. 1. I recently had COVID-19 and my fever has subsided, but I am now experiencing intermittent abdominal pain. During my first bowel movement, I had difficulty passing stool and notice...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
If you do not meet the criteria for antiviral medication, the doctor cannot prescribe COVID-19 antiviral drugs to you, and you will only receive symptomatic treatment. After diagnosis, some individuals may experience lingering symptoms. I recommend that you consider undergoing a ...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool During COVID: When to Seek Gastroenterology Care
Understanding Anal Fissures and Small Polyps: Will They Heal?
Anal fissures and small polyps, will the small polyps resolve on their own? A week ago, I noticed a small amount of blood after having a bowel movement, so I went to see a doctor. After a digital examination, the doctor diagnosed me with a grade one internal hemorrhoid. Externall...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Gastrointestinal polyps are benign tumors that may grow larger over time and have the potential for dysplasia. Therefore, surgical removal is recommended.[Read More] Understanding Anal Fissures and Small Polyps: Will They Heal?
Understanding Anal Fissures and Polyps: Concerns and Care
Anal fissures and polyps that do not heal? A month ago, I noticed some blood after having a bowel movement. Although it was only a drop or two, I was very worried and decided to see a doctor. During the examination, the doctor said that there was nothing unusual on the exterior o...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Polyps can develop into cancer, specifically referring to adenomatous polyps that form in the colorectal mucosa, which is why they are typically removed upon detection. Recurrent anal fissures are often accompanied by sentinel piles on the lateral side of the anus and hypertrophi...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fissures and Polyps: Concerns and Care
Understanding Hypertrophic Papilla: Treatment Options and Growth Concerns
Hypertrophic anal papillae Thank you, doctor, for your patient answers. I am the questioner of #195718. Could you please tell me if there is any way to make the hypertrophic papilla (the polyp) disappear other than surgery? Will it grow larger in the future? Thank you again, doct...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Hypertrophic papillae of the anus typically do not undergo malignant transformation, and surgical excision is not necessary if there are no discomforting symptoms. Surgery should only be considered if there is significant pain, a sensation of a foreign body, or a noticeable incre...[Read More] Understanding Hypertrophic Papilla: Treatment Options and Growth Concerns
Understanding Electrocautery for Anal Polyps: Recovery and Care
Electrocution issues On January 6th, during a follow-up appointment, the doctor informed me that I had a wound with a polyp that needed to be cauterized immediately. After the procedure near my anus, I noticed that the area around the polyp has turned black. Is it normal for both...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The term "blackening" refers to a condition that is difficult to assess without direct observation. After electrocautery, it is normal for the tissue to become charred and appear black. If both sides are blackened, it may be due to excessive application of povidone-iodi...[Read More] Understanding Electrocautery for Anal Polyps: Recovery and Care
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Electrocautery Effects on Polyp Removal
Electrosurgery for polyps after fistula surgery? Two months after undergoing surgery for a complex fistula, I returned for a check-up and found that I had a polyp. The doctor immediately performed electrocautery on a spot just above the anus. After returning home, I noticed that ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After electrocautery, there may sometimes be the formation of eschar due to elevated temperatures, similar to the scabbing process of a typical wound. This eschar will slough off as the epidermis undergoes metabolic processes and will improve within a few weeks.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Electrocautery Effects on Polyp Removal
Can You Get Genital Warts from Contaminated Exam Tables?
Cauliflower infection Hello, doctor. I have a problem with anal polyps and went to see a colorectal surgeon. However, during the examination, I noticed that there was fluid left by a previous patient on the examination table where there was no paper covering. The nurse also did n...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It should be fine. First, the previous patient may not necessarily have had genital warts. Second, such brief contact is not likely to lead to transmission. Third, the fluid you observed may not necessarily be bodily fluid left by the previous patient, so there is no need to worr...[Read More] Can You Get Genital Warts from Contaminated Exam Tables?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bowel Issues - Continued Hello Doctor, I am the one who asked about #192075 yesterday. Today, when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a small red object in my stool, which is more pronounced than yesterday (the link below has a picture). I would like to know if this is related to ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the wound. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce slightly more blood than the first caus...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bowel Issues - Continuation Hello Doctor, I am the one who asked about #192075 yesterday. Today, when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a small piece of red in my stool, which is more noticeable than yesterday (the link below has a picture). I would like to know if this could be ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin irritation causing minor bleeding, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically result in slightly mor...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Stent Care: When Can My Father Safely Undergo a Gastroscopy?
Inquire about the gastroscopy procedure for my father? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my father (55 years old). He underwent coronary angioplasty and stent placement in early December last year and has been on Aspirin and Plavix therapy since then. His recovery has b...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
If the stent was placed only last December, anticoagulants cannot be stopped recently. It is possible to perform an endoscopy, but if there are any lesions that require biopsy, it may not be feasible due to the inability to discontinue anticoagulants. However, it is still advisab...[Read More] Post-Stent Care: When Can My Father Safely Undergo a Gastroscopy?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? A few days ago, the doctor noticed that the stool was harder than usual, and there was blood when wiping afterward. In recent days, there has also been blood on the tissue after bowel movements. The blood is bright red but not mixed in with the stool; it is on...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Is Bleeding and Pain Normal?
Post-hemorrhoid surgery I had moles and polyps removed on January 6th, and I've been taking medication for soft stools these past few days. I just had a bowel movement and noticed several drops of blood in the toilet, along with mild pain in the anal area. Is this normal? Wi...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After a wound has just been sutured and is not yet fully healed, bowel movements may cause slight bleeding due to friction against the wound. If bowel movements are painful or uncomfortable, it is advisable to increase the intake of fluids and easily digestible soft foods, reduce...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Is Bleeding and Pain Normal?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding I have a daily bowel habit, averaging once a day and not exceeding twice, with normal stools consisting of two to three pieces (without abdominal pain). I usually monitor my stools, and today, as usual, my bowel movement was normal, smooth, and quick (taking about...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor, from last Thursday to Saturday, I experienced bleeding during bowel movements, but it wasn't blood in the stool. There was blood on the toilet paper when I wiped, but I didn't feel any discomfort, just a little irritation from possibly wipi...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by minimal blood loss accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically result in slightly more bleeding than the first cau...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood When Wiping: Should You See a Doctor for Anal Pain?
Blood on toilet paper after wiping can indicate several potential issues, such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other gastrointestinal conditions In the morning, there was a strong urge to have a bowel movement. While using the toilet, I noticed a small amount of bright red bloo...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Blood When Wiping: Should You See a Doctor for Anal Pain?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor: After using the restroom, I noticed blood in my stool, as the toilet water was stained red. I couldn't determine if there was blood mixed in with the stool, but I did see some thick blood on the toilet bowl, and there was blood on the toilet pap...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin irritation leading to bleeding, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help