Blood on Toilet Paper: Is It Related to Lung Cancer Surgery?
There is blood when wiping after a bowel movement? Hello, I have a history of lung adenocarcinoma and just had surgery on November 2. Today, I noticed blood when wiping after a bowel movement, but there is no pain in the rectum, and the stool itself does not have blood. I have no...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
You can first observe the amount and color of the bleeding, checking for the presence of black or brick-red stools, as well as any accompanying symptoms of abdominal distension or pain. Additionally, note any changes in bowel habits. If any of these conditions are present, a colo...[Read More] Blood on Toilet Paper: Is It Related to Lung Cancer Surgery?
Understanding Complications After Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Case Study
Failed laparoscopic tubal ligation surgery? On September 29, 2022, surgery was performed (the doctor mentioned that the drain was very thick and hard). I was discharged home on September 30 but had a low fever. On October 1, I noticed a large amount of pus draining (the fever sub...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The minimally invasive fistulotomy procedure referred to is the LIFT (Ligation of the Intersphincteric Fistula Tract) surgery. This technique is suitable for cases where the fistula is intact and the internal and external openings are clearly defined. In cases of severe inflammat...[Read More] Understanding Complications After Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Case Study
Understanding Rectal Resection and Suturing: Risks and Recovery Insights
Rectal resection and anastomosis? Hello Dr. Zhang, in August, I underwent a colonoscopy at a certain hospital, and the biopsy results indicated the presence of an adenomatous polyp. Due to the large size of the polyp and its benign nature, the physician who examined me determined...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If the abdomen is not entered, a portion of the rectum can still be pulled through the anus for resection and anastomosis (referred to as pull-through; this method is sometimes used for rectal prolapse surgery). The sutured area will heal over time, and there is no need to worry ...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Resection and Suturing: Risks and Recovery Insights
Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Persistent Foot Numbness and Back Pain
Persistent leg numbness and occasional lower back pain after disc rupture surgery? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask on behalf of my husband: He underwent minimally invasive surgery for a herniated disc. Before the surgery, he experienced significant pain and numbness, but afte...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Postoperative pain has improved relatively quickly, but the numbness is indeed more difficult to recover from. If you are not satisfied with the answers from your original physician, and while postoperative pain has improved, you still feel residual symptoms of numbness, w...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Persistent Foot Numbness and Back Pain
Post-Surgery Menstrual Changes: What to Expect After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Menstrual period has stopped after hemorrhoid surgery? It is not uncommon for menstruation to be affected by surgery and anesthesia. If your period coincided with the day of the surgery and you were informed that it would not impact the procedure, experiencing a lighter flow or c...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
General hemorrhoid surgery, anesthesia, and postoperative medications typically do not affect the menstrual cycle; however, pain may sometimes cause pelvic muscles to tense, making it more difficult for menstrual blood to flow.[Read More] Post-Surgery Menstrual Changes: What to Expect After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Is It Normal for Menstrual Cycle Changes After Hemorrhoid Surgery?
Menstrual period has stopped after hemorrhoid surgery? It is not uncommon for menstruation to coincide with the day of surgery, and if it was confirmed that it would not affect the procedure, it is generally acceptable to proceed. Experiencing a lighter menstrual flow on the firs...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Generally, hemorrhoid surgery, anesthesia, and postoperative medications do not affect the menstrual period; however, pain can sometimes cause pelvic muscles to become tense, making it more difficult for menstrual blood to be expelled.[Read More] Is It Normal for Menstrual Cycle Changes After Hemorrhoid Surgery?
Will My Breast Regain Its Shape After Minimally Invasive Fibroadenoma Surgery?
Minimally Invasive Fibroadenoma Removal Recently, during a consultation, a 2 cm fibroadenoma was discovered, which was confirmed to be benign through a biopsy. However, due to the presence of blood vessels, the fibroadenoma continued to grow larger. A minimally invasive surgery w...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: If the indentation is not significant, it may recover. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Will My Breast Regain Its Shape After Minimally Invasive Fibroadenoma Surgery?
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Types, Treatment Options, and Risks
Inquiry Consultation Hello Dr. Ke: I have a hemorrhoid located on the right side inside my anus. When touched, it feels like a semi-spherical shape and is usually retracted into the anus when not swollen, approximately 0.5 to 1 cm in size. I need to exert a little force to open t...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. It is considered an internal hemorrhoid. 2. If there is no prolapse or bleeding, the improvement after ligation treatment may not be significant, and there are no indications for this treatment according to health insurance and clinical guidelines. 3. The pain experienced ...[Read More] Understanding Hemorrhoids: Types, Treatment Options, and Risks
Understanding Bowel Issues: Hemorrhoids, Constipation, and Treatment Options
Bowel movements and issues related to hemorrhoids and gastrointestinal medications? I am currently 28 years old. Previously, I experienced a week without bowel movements, accompanied by abdominal discomfort (bloating). After consulting a gastroenterologist and undergoing X-ray ex...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. It should be 2. This is the normal rectal distension reflex caused by feces entering the rectum, which leads to rectal distension and the sensation of urgency. 3. Similarly, both gas and solid matter can trigger the distension reflex. 4. It could be 5. Surgery is not necessary...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Hemorrhoids, Constipation, and Treatment Options
Managing Post-Surgery Pain and Itching: Tips for Recovery After Appendectomy
Since the surgery in January, the wound area has been itchy and painful. I would like to inquire about possible relief methods? On October 21, 2021, I experienced abdominal pain so severe that I could not stand (the most comfortable position was kneeling or lying down). I endured...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello KIKI, 1. Laparoscopy typically does not cause severe adhesions; itching is more likely related to the wound. Many patients experience itching at the wound site for several months after healing, but it usually improves gradually. For pain, it is important to differentiate ...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Pain and Itching: Tips for Recovery After Appendectomy
Post-Surgery Axillary Pain and Fluid Accumulation in Ductal Carcinoma
Postoperative axillary swelling and fluid accumulation after ductal carcinoma in situ? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about ductal carcinoma in situ. After undergoing a partial mastectomy, two sentinel lymph nodes were removed during the surgery, which showed no metastasis. Po...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Lymph nodes are not a concern. If there is fluid accumulation, it can be drained. If there is a fistula, it depends on your body's ability to absorb it. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Post-Surgery Axillary Pain and Fluid Accumulation in Ductal Carcinoma
Post-Surgery Complications: Understanding Anal Tightness After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative complications of hemorrhoid surgery? Hello, Doctor: About a month ago, I underwent minimally invasive surgery for hemorrhoids, which involved approximately 17,000 procedures. Although a month has passed, I still feel that my anus is very tight and narrow when having...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Whether traditional or minimally invasive hemorrhoid surgery, as long as the anal sphincter is not damaged, there should be no postoperative stricture issues. However, some so-called minimally invasive surgeries may use multiple incisions, leading to wounds that are too close tog...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Understanding Anal Tightness After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Post-Operative Care for Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Postoperative Care for Artificial Disc Replacement How many days do patients typically need to stay in the hospital after artificial disc replacement surgery? What precautions should be taken in daily life after discharge? How long after discharge can patients drive to work?
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Generally, the postoperative hospital stay is 2 to 3 days, focusing on wound care. The key point in postoperative care is to ensure that the cervical collar is worn properly. There are not many restrictions on daily activities. I usually advise patients that if the wound i...[Read More] Post-Operative Care for Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Post-Surgery Complications After Colorectal Cancer Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Postoperative issues following colorectal cancer surgery? Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to consult you regarding my mother. She underwent surgery for colon cancer (specifically a colectomy) on August 3rd, and it has been nearly a month since the procedure. The surgeon indicated...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After colon tumor resection surgery, if there is a tendency for bloating and abdominal pain, there are two common scenarios: First, there may be a narrowing at the anastomosis site or temporary swelling post-surgery causing obstruction. If the surgery was on the right side of the...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications After Colorectal Cancer Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Post-Surgery Pain During Bowel Movements: Understanding Your Symptoms
Post-operative pain during bowel movements after mole removal? Hello doctor, I underwent a third-degree hemorrhoidectomy and anal fissure surgery on July 26, and I opted for self-paid ultrasonic scalpel treatment. Postoperatively, the wound is not very painful, but I experience s...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Early hemorrhoid surgery often resulted in anal stenosis due to injury to the sphincter muscle. However, with advancements in current hemorrhoid surgical techniques, the occurrence of anal stenosis has significantly decreased. Based on your description, it seems that the wound ha...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain During Bowel Movements: Understanding Your Symptoms
Post-Spinal Surgery: Understanding Right Leg Pain and Recovery Challenges
Post-operative pain in the right leg after spinal surgery? Hello Doctor: I am consulting on behalf of my mother. She underwent surgery on July 26 for spondylolisthesis at levels L2, L3, and L4. Before the surgery, she experienced significant pain in her left leg and lower back, w...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You have right-sided sciatica. Please consult with your original surgeon, as it may be due to inflammation combined with blood or blood clots causing irritation, or it could be due to other reasons. If medication treatment is ineffective and X-ray results are normal, pleas...[Read More] Post-Spinal Surgery: Understanding Right Leg Pain and Recovery Challenges
Post-Surgery Care: Managing Discomfort After Fistula and Hemorrhoid Surgery
Post-fistula surgery I'm sorry, doctor. I had a fistula surgery and hemorrhoid surgery on August 5th, and today, August 9th, I have an involuntary urge to push at my anus, feeling like I need to have a bowel movement, but I don't actually need to go. Even after having a...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Postoperatively, swelling around the wound may cause a persistent urge to defecate, but this does not necessarily indicate the presence of stool. If squatting yields no results, avoid straining and try again later. Taking warm sitz baths can help reduce swelling around the wou...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Managing Discomfort After Fistula and Hemorrhoid Surgery
Post-Surgery Hemorrhoid Pain: Managing Discomfort and Constipation
Post-hemorrhoid surgery Hello Doctor: I am on the seventh day after undergoing minimally invasive surgery for hemorrhoids. Prior to this, my bowel movements were very smooth. However, in the last two days, I have been feeling tightness and swelling at the surgical site, and the p...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
There are many types of minimally invasive surgeries for hemorrhoids, and without detailed information, it is difficult to determine which specific procedure was performed, making it hard to assess the issue. It is recommended that you consult your surgeon as soon as possible. Po...[Read More] Post-Surgery Hemorrhoid Pain: Managing Discomfort and Constipation
Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Complications After Surgery
One month after appendectomy, sudden pain in the lower right abdomen? Hello, doctor. I was diagnosed with acute appendicitis on June 17 and underwent surgery that same night. There was not much pus in my abdomen, so no drainage tube was inserted. The surgeon only cleaned the pus ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, this is postoperative neuropathic pain following acute appendicitis. Currently, only conservative treatment is available, which includes the use of oral analgesics.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Complications After Surgery
Post-Surgery Anal Sphincter Concerns After Fistula Surgery
Sphincter after fistula surgery Hello, doctor. I had a fistula surgery on July 22, and I have not experienced any pain during bowel movements post-surgery. However, when I feel the urge to go, I find it difficult to hold it in while walking from my room to the bathroom (about 5 m...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After undergoing a fistula surgery, due to the resection of a portion of the external anal sphincter, there may occasionally be a sensation of incontinence during episodes of bowel urgency, which is more pronounced when the wound has not yet healed. This will improve once the wou...[Read More] Post-Surgery Anal Sphincter Concerns After Fistula Surgery