Post-Surgery Concerns: Numbness and Pain After Stitches and Delayed Removal
Two questions: the first is about suturing, and the second is about delayed suture removal? I would like to ask my first question: Is it normal to experience localized numbness and pain in the thumb after wound suturing, and even to feel similar numbness and pain when extending t...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
1. "The occurrence of localized numbness and pain in the thumb after wound suturing, as well as similar numbness and pain when extending the arm, lasting for 21 days, is not normal. It is recommended to return for a follow-up examination of the wound." 2. "For wo...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Numbness and Pain After Stitches and Delayed Removal
Managing Post-Traumatic Head Bumps: Treatment Options and Concerns
A lump remaining after a head injury? Hello Doctor, five years ago I sustained an injury to my head (near the hairline on my forehead) when I was hit by someone, resulting in a swelling about the size of a 50 NT dollar coin. At the time, I was too afraid to tell my parents. Now, ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It may be advisable to perform an ultrasound first. If it appears to be fluid, it can be aspirated with a needle. However, if it has been present for a long time, it is likely to have formed a solid mass, which usually does not require intervention. If you wish to remove a...[Read More] Managing Post-Traumatic Head Bumps: Treatment Options and Concerns
Post-Surgery Concerns After Anal Fistula Procedure: Your Questions Answered
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you multiple times. I underwent a fistula micro-surgery in January, and it has been about four months since then. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. I still experience some pain at the surgical site ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. The size of the surgical wound for a fistula may take several months to heal completely. A qualified colorectal surgeon's assessment of the fistula's condition is generally reliable. If a more skilled surgeon believes the surgery has failed, it is advisable to consul...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns After Anal Fistula Procedure: Your Questions Answered
Post-Surgery Nipple Pain After Fibroadenoma Removal: Is It Normal?
Nipple pain after surgery for breast fibroadenoma? Hello, I would like to inquire about my recovery after undergoing a lumpectomy for a breast fibroadenoma two weeks ago, where approximately 3 cm tumors were removed from both sides. Currently, my wound is healing, and my doctor h...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Removing a fibrocystic lesion can cause some degree of ductal injury. It is advisable to monitor the situation for a few weeks to see if this condition persists.[Read More] Post-Surgery Nipple Pain After Fibroadenoma Removal: Is It Normal?
Persistent Bruises: When to Seek Medical Attention for Unresolved Symptoms
The bruise has not disappeared for over four months? In December 2022, I sustained bruises on my arm and leg from paintballing. Initially, I thought the bruises would heal normally, but they have not disappeared to this day. Some of the bruises on my body have changed from blue-p...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see a general surgeon and have an ultrasound to check for any residual blood clots forming a capsule. If there are none, it is likely just post-injury hyperpigmentation, and you may need to consult a medical aesthetician for whitening treatments. Take ...[Read More] Persistent Bruises: When to Seek Medical Attention for Unresolved Symptoms
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but one day in high school while taking a shower, I felt a small, slightly soft lump on the right side of my buttocks, close to the anus. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, may I ask if I have not already replied to you?[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but one day in high school while showering, I noticed a slightly soft small lump on the right side of my buttocks near the anus. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to be getti...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, this location is quite special; it could be a lipoma, an epidermoid cyst, or something else. It needs to be excised and examined to determine what it is. Allowing it to grow larger could lead to more complications. Any surgery will leave a scar, but most of these procedure...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Is Rectal Bleeding a Sign of Hemorrhoids or Colon Cancer?
Is rectal bleeding due to hemorrhoids or colon cancer? Recently, I have noticed some changes in my bowel habits; sometimes I have a bowel movement, and sometimes I don't (possibly due to not eating vegetables?). I do not have a regular schedule for bowel movements, but I als...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Rectal bleeding in young individuals is often due to hemorrhoids or anal fissures; however, colorectal cancer can also present with similar symptoms, making it difficult to distinguish between them. It is recommended to visit a colorectal clinic for evaluation. A digital rectal e...[Read More] Is Rectal Bleeding a Sign of Hemorrhoids or Colon Cancer?
Is Rectal Bleeding a Sign of Hemorrhoids or Colon Cancer?
Is rectal bleeding from hemorrhoids or colorectal cancer? Recently, my bowel habits have changed; sometimes I have a bowel movement and sometimes I don't (possibly due to not eating vegetables?). I don't have a regular bowel schedule, but I don't experience the urg...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Bleeding during bowel movements in young individuals is often due to anal conditions such as hemorrhoids and anal fissures; however, colorectal cancer can also present with similar symptoms, making it difficult to distinguish between them. It is recommended to visit a colorectal ...[Read More] Is Rectal Bleeding a Sign of Hemorrhoids or Colon Cancer?
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but I discovered a small, slightly soft lump on the right side of my buttocks, near the anus, while showering in high school. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to be getting ...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, this location is quite special; it could be a lipoma, an epidermoid cyst, or something else. It needs to be excised and examined to determine what it is. Allowing it to grow could lead to more complications. Any surgery will leave a scar, but most of these procedures are c...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Struggling with Bowel Movements and Discomfort
It has been over a year since the hemorrhoid surgery, and I am experiencing difficulty with bowel movements and a lack of sensation during defecation? Hello Doctor, after my hemorrhoid surgery last year following the Lunar New Year (the doctor mentioned that a significant amount ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Postoperative difficulty in bowel movements after hemorrhoid surgery may be due to sensory or structural abnormalities. Sensory abnormalities occur when nerve endings are damaged, leading to an inability to accurately perceive the urge to defecate, which typically improves gradua...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Struggling with Bowel Movements and Discomfort
Managing Post-Surgery Neurological Scarring After Brain Tumor Removal
Neurogenic scar tissue after brain tumor surgery? Hello Dr. Chang, I had a brain tumor removed in mid-last year, and I have been experiencing persistent symptoms such as tinnitus, diplopia, facial numbness, and trigeminal nerve issues as postoperative sequelae. I would like to kn...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The term "scarring in the central nervous system" refers to the formation of scar tissue following nerve damage. It appears similar to nerve injury, and currently, there are no particularly effective treatment options available.[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Neurological Scarring After Brain Tumor Removal
Post-Discectomy Pain: Understanding Recovery and Future Risks
Postoperative care for herniated disc surgery? I apologize, I had spinal disc surgery three months ago, where only part of the disc was removed and nothing was implanted. Sometimes I still experience pain in my buttocks, and when sitting, if my back is not straight and my head is...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. Your condition may indicate that the nerves have not fully healed. It is also possible that scar tissue is adhering to the nerves, or it could be a sign of recurrence. Of course, there may be other reasons as well. I recommend that you bring your pre-operative and pos...[Read More] Post-Discectomy Pain: Understanding Recovery and Future Risks
Understanding Recovery After Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
Recovery issues after hemorrhoid banding? Hello Doctor: I have already undergone the second rubber band ligation procedure. The doctor assessed that I have grade 2.3 hemorrhoids, and a total of three ligations are required. I had the second procedure about 18 days after the first...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The protrusion of a hemorrhoid after a bowel movement indicates a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid. If prolapse persists after ligation of the internal hemorrhoid, it is often due to the ligation being positioned too far from the base of the hemorrhoid or the size of the hemorrhoid ...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
Understanding Post-Accident Scar Healing: Thickening and Pain Concerns
Hello doctor, the wound from the car accident has healed, but now it looks like this? Based on the description provided, it seems that the area in question has become thicker, and the finger on the far right appears to be bent with some white discoloration and two small red spots...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Sometimes, deeper wounds may heal in this manner, but it is still advisable to have a physician examine the wound to check for proper healing and any signs of infection (the photo looks fine). Chest contusions can involve many respiratory muscles, making them quite susceptible to...[Read More] Understanding Post-Accident Scar Healing: Thickening and Pain Concerns
Understanding Cyst Removal: Techniques, Scarring, and Anesthesia Options
Sebaceous cyst, excision under anesthesia? Hello Doctor: I have a sebaceous cyst on my face and would like to know whether the removal method is standard excision or enucleation, and if the resulting scar will be very noticeable. If there are multiple cysts, can I use sedation an...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The method for excising sebaceous cysts on the face may vary slightly among individual physicians, so it is important to choose a primary physician and discuss the procedure with them. The visibility of scars depends on the location and the physician's experience. Typically,...[Read More] Understanding Cyst Removal: Techniques, Scarring, and Anesthesia Options
Can You Train Your Internal Sphincter? Post-Surgery Scar Softening Tips
Sphincter thinning and weakness issues? Hello Doctor, I am the questioner of #192223. I would like to ask you: 1. Is it possible to train the internal sphincter, or can only the external sphincter be trained? 2. Since it has been over a year since the surgery, is there still a ch...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. The internal sphincter is involuntary muscle, so only the external sphincter and pelvic floor muscles can be trained. 2. While there are no guarantees, frequent sitz baths have no downsides, and even a slight possibility of benefit is worth trying.[Read More] Can You Train Your Internal Sphincter? Post-Surgery Scar Softening Tips
Understanding Post-Surgery Breast Pain: Is It Normal After Fibroadenoma Removal?
Breast issues Hello, doctor! I underwent a breast fibroadenoma excision surgery last February, and I occasionally experience pain that occurs irregularly. However, when I press on my chest, I do not feel any pain due to external pressure. I would like to know if this type of pain...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, breast tumor surgery involves incisions in the skin, which inevitably results in some damage to the sensory nerves. Common sequelae include a prickling or itching sensation at the scar site. If this affects your daily life, you may consult a physician for relief, which can...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Breast Pain: Is It Normal After Fibroadenoma Removal?
Understanding Weak Internal Anal Sphincter: Treatment and Recovery Options
Anal sphincter thinning? The doctor previously inquired about your postpartum hemorrhoid surgery, issues with fecal incontinence, and leakage problems. After conducting a rectal pressure test, nerve assessments, and ultrasound, it was confirmed that there is muscle weakness and r...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. The internal sphincter is thin, and the muscle typically does not regenerate; however, over time, the remaining portions of the sphincter may compensate and improve function. 2. If the scar regains elasticity, it may improve leakage. 3. The internal and external anal sphincter...[Read More] Understanding Weak Internal Anal Sphincter: Treatment and Recovery Options
Do Hemorrhoid Surgeries Leave Scars? Expert Insights and Tips
Doctor, will traditional hemorrhoidectomy leave scars? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if hemorrhoidectomy will leave scars on the anus, as I found online that some people experienced discomfort due to hardened scars, and I also care about aesthetics. If scarring is likely, wo...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After hemorrhoidectomy, the healing site may slightly lose elasticity due to fibrosis, and like wounds in other parts of the body, there is a chance of scarring. The visibility of scars primarily depends on the individual's constitution and the size of the external hemorrhoi...[Read More] Do Hemorrhoid Surgeries Leave Scars? Expert Insights and Tips