Post-Accident Pain Near Scar: Is It Normal and When to Seek Help?
Pain near scars after a car accident? On December 15, my mother was in a car accident and received about four stitches on the anterior tibia of her right lower leg. Debridement was performed, and the stitches were removed on December 29. At that time, the surgeon determined that ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! The wound has been healing for a month, with no drainage and minimal swelling, indicating that it is healing well. If there is pain, it is important to assess whether it is true wound pain or pain from the surrounding joints, bones, or muscles, such as from a torn cruciate...[Read More] Post-Accident Pain Near Scar: Is It Normal and When to Seek Help?
Post-rupture Treatment for Cysts: What You Need to Know
Post-treatment care for a ruptured pilonidal cyst? Hello, doctor. I have a sebaceous cyst on my right buttock. I have been receiving medication treatment at a dermatology clinic for two weeks. Last night, it suddenly ruptured and has been leaking pus. The cyst is red, and the wou...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
In cases of infected sebaceous cysts, treatment typically begins with medication and dressing changes. Once the infection is controlled and improved, surgical excision can be performed to reduce the wound size and decrease the likelihood of postoperative wound reinfection.[Read More] Post-rupture Treatment for Cysts: What You Need to Know
Managing Post-Surgery Wound Care After Traumatic Lacerations
Laceration from a car accident: After debridement and removal of stitches, there is still a small hole in the wound? Hello, doctor. I sustained a laceration from a car accident, and the first hospital did not handle it well, so I went to another hospital for debridement and sutur...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
This issue is quite complex and requires an actual examination of the wound to understand fully. It is recommended to consult a nearby plastic surgery outpatient clinic. Thank you.[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Wound Care After Traumatic Lacerations
Understanding Surgical Scars: What to Expect After Mole Removal
Surgical scar Hello, I just had a mole removal surgery and had my stitches taken out today. The scar appears as a depression with two small growths that look like granulation tissue on top. Is this normal? I have looked at many photos online of scars after mole removal, and they ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The wound after facial surgery is theoretically expected to heal within a week. If there is granulation tissue or discharge, it indicates poor wound healing, and it is advisable to return to the original surgeon for evaluation as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Surgical Scars: What to Expect After Mole Removal
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain and Healing After Fistula Removal
Post-fistula surgery Hello doctor, I had a fistula excision surgery in mid-November, located from the anal opening up to the perineum. The physician mentioned it was a superficial fistula. It has been over five weeks since the surgery, and there has been no discharge, but I occas...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. A slight tingling sensation is normal. 2. It should be scar tissue formed after the wound has healed. 3. Whether it develops into a high anal fistula is related to the position of the internal opening of the fistula and the pathway it follows; it does not necessarily evolv...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Pain and Healing After Fistula Removal
Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns for Anal Fistula Treatment
Post-anal fistula surgery Dr. Ke: Six months ago, I felt two fistulas, with only one internal opening and no external opening. There was a bulge, and when I touched it, I could feel pus, but it never ruptured. I could feel the internal opening with my finger when I inserted it in...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. You need to ask your attending physician for this information, as they cannot provide an answer without a personal examination. There is always a possibility of recurrence with an unexcised fistula. 2. Yes, it is possible. 3. High anal fistulas can be treated with endoscop...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns for Anal Fistula Treatment
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Managing Anal Stenosis and Treatment Options
Postoperative care for hemorrhoids? Hello Dr. Ke: I underwent hemorrhoid surgery on June 30, and postoperatively developed anal stenosis due to scar tissue formation. I started self-dilation in early September, performing it twice daily for about five minutes each session. After ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. If the issue of pain during defecation caused by anal stenosis is not resolved, then anal dilation should continue. 2. If possible, gradually increase the number of fingers inserted. 3. There is no option but to proceed slowly with the anal dilation treatment.[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Managing Anal Stenosis and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Concerns: Adhesions, Inflammation, and Menstrual Changes
Discharged from June 26 to July 5. Diagnosis: 1. Intestinal Adhesions, 2. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, 3. Acute Appendicitis? Hello Dr. Chen, I hope you are well this winter. On June 24, I experienced mild abdominal pain, which escalated to severe pain around midnight on the 25th...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Medical clinical diagnoses must be based on actual evidence for judgment. From the fact that the initial medical facility specifically requested assistance from an obstetrician-gynecologist to remove an intrauterine device, it can be inferred that their diagnosis leaned towards p...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Adhesions, Inflammation, and Menstrual Changes
How Long Does It Take for Absorbable Sutures to Dissolve?
How long does it take for absorbable sutures to be absorbed? Some of the sutures in the oral wound have been removed while others remain. Could you please clarify if the remaining sutures are absorbable (it has been 14 days since the procedure)? Additionally, the wound on the low...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: 1. Generally absorbable. 2. Typically, scar tissue is normal and usually heals within 1-2 months.[Read More] How Long Does It Take for Absorbable Sutures to Dissolve?
Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus After Bowel Movements: What to Know
There is fresh blood in the mucus after a bowel movement? Hello, Doctor. Since giving birth to my first child in 2018, over the past six months to a year (my memory is quite vague), I've noticed that after having a bowel movement, when I go to urinate, I sometimes expel a sm...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Internal hemorrhoids are common in adults, but the difference lies in whether symptoms are present. Bright red blood is mostly caused by internal hemorrhoids. If there is a family history, it is appropriate to undergo a colonoscopy. After the colonoscopy, we can determine the sub...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus After Bowel Movements: What to Know
Post-Appendectomy: Understanding Belly Button Pain After Surgery
Post-appendectomy pain at the umbilical incision site? I'm sorry, doctor, but I'm here to ask for clarification on my issue. The wound on the surface of my navel has healed, but after exercising, I experience pain when pressing on the area just above my navel. I'm ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
During laparoscopic surgery, there is typically a 1.2 cm incision at the umbilicus, where the subcutaneous tissue and peritoneum are incised and then sutured. Sometimes the skin heals, but if there is an infection in the subcutaneous tissue, symptoms such as redness, swelling, he...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy: Understanding Belly Button Pain After Surgery
Is Mild Pain Normal After Laparoscopic Appendectomy Surgery?
Post-appendectomy It has been two months since your laparoscopic appendectomy, and it is normal to experience mild pain when touching or pressing around the navel and the lower abdominal incision site. This discomfort can be attributed to the healing process of the tissues and ne...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Postoperative wound healing can be categorized into superficial skin healing, which typically resolves within one to two weeks, and deeper muscle fascia layers, which usually require one month or more depending on the size of the wound. A key point is that scar tissue will inevit...[Read More] Is Mild Pain Normal After Laparoscopic Appendectomy Surgery?
Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Operation
Fibroid surgery After undergoing fibroid surgery, will my breasts become smaller? I plan to have the surgery next month, and I am currently in Australia. The procedure is scheduled to remove one fibroid on the left breast at the 7 o'clock position, approximately 2.6 cm in si...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, fibromas are classified as benign tumors, and the excision does not need to be extensive; however, it may still result in localized breast indentation after removal. This issue can be addressed during surgery by bringing the surrounding breast tissue closer together to min...[Read More] Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Operation
Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Procedure
Fibroid surgery After undergoing fibroid tumor surgery, will my breasts become smaller? I plan to have the surgery next month and am currently in Australia. The procedure is expected to involve removing one fibroid tumor on the left breast at the 7 o'clock position, approxim...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, a fibroma is classified as a benign tumor, and the excision does not need to be extensive; however, it may still result in a localized indentation in the breast after removal. This issue can be addressed during surgery by bringing the surrounding breast tissue closer toget...[Read More] Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Procedure
Effective Strategies for Scar Improvement After Skin Grafting Surgery
Methods of Repair After Skin Grafting Hello, doctor. I underwent a skin graft surgery to remove a tattoo on August 19. During the pre-operative consultations, the surgeon mentioned that there would be a small scar afterward. However, nearly three months have passed, and the large...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
These are the current standard treatment principles; discuss them carefully with your attending physician before proceeding to the next step.[Read More] Effective Strategies for Scar Improvement After Skin Grafting Surgery
Managing Post-Surgery Bleeding After Hemorrhoid Surgery: What to Know
Postoperative bleeding issues after hemorrhoid surgery? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. I underwent minimally invasive surgery for hemorrhoids at a major hospital at the end of February. A month after the surgery, I started experiencing rectal bleeding durin...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Rectal bleeding is generally not caused by skin tags; it is usually due to residual hemorrhoidal tissue. Suppositories are generally recommended to be used before bedtime, as this allows ample time for them to dissolve and be absorbed. During this period, it is advisable to avoid...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Bleeding After Hemorrhoid Surgery: What to Know
Why Is My Wound Not Healing Properly After an Accident?
The wound has not healed? Hello Doctor, I sustained multiple abrasions from a car accident at the end of July. During this time, I have been changing the dressings regularly and have used artificial skin, but the wounds have only developed a thin, transparent layer of skin, and t...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Once the wound has healed and there is no more drainage of serous fluid, you can start applying scar gel daily. Avoid sun exposure. The appearance you described, resembling blood vessels under the skin, is scar tissue. It will take some time to fade. Take care! Changhua Ho...[Read More] Why Is My Wound Not Healing Properly After an Accident?
Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bowel movement and rectal bleeding issues? For the past few months, after bowel movements, I have repeatedly noticed blood on the toilet paper, although it is not a large amount—at most the size of a thumbnail, and most of the time just small dots, about the size of sesame seeds....
Dr. Chen Mingzhi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms seem more like an anal fissure, so there is no need to worry too much. It is recommended to consult a colorectal specialist for an anoscopy, which can provide an immediate diagnosis of the underlying cause![Read More] Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Recovery Insights for Fistula Treatment: What to Expect
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor, I underwent my first fistula surgery on April 13 of this year. After three months, the wound has not fully healed. I consulted two other doctors who both told me that this is normal and that it might be a recurrence. Therefore, I returned to the...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description and the photos, the current condition of the fistula surgical wound (as shown in the last photo) is almost healed. If there is no discharge, redness, or significant pain, it indicates that there is no recurrence. The postoperative wound at the anal area,...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Insights for Fistula Treatment: What to Expect
Evaluating Tongue Function and Surgical Options for Scar Contracture
Scar contracture of the tongue? In January of this year, I underwent surgery to remove a sublingual tumor and have since recovered (regular follow-ups are sufficient, with no need for radiation or chemotherapy). However, due to scar contracture at the upper end of the genioglossu...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. This issue is more complex; in addition to scarring, it may also be related to a deficiency in the tongue tissue. 2. It is necessary to consult with the plastic surgery department at a large medical center to conduct a detailed assessment.[Read More] Evaluating Tongue Function and Surgical Options for Scar Contracture