Understanding Anal Abscess: Healing Challenges and Surgical Insights
Anal abscess Hello Doctor, I previously underwent two surgeries for an anal abscess at the hospital. One was in the operating room, and during a follow-up visit, it was discovered that there was another abscess nearby, which was drained in an outpatient procedure. It has been two...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. No. 2. Yes. 3. Of course not. 4. Based on your description, it seems to be a fistula following the drainage of an abscess. 5. If antibiotic treatment is ineffective, surgical intervention may be necessary for a complete cure.[Read More] Understanding Anal Abscess: Healing Challenges and Surgical Insights
Understanding Anal Abscess: Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgical Options
Anal abscess A few months ago, I developed a lump near my left buttock close to the anus, which was painful to touch (it felt like a large pimple). However, it did not improve over time. In late June, it ruptured and began to ooze blood and some pus, so I made an appointment to s...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
An anal abscess typically does not last this long; if symptoms have persisted for several months, it may have developed into an anal fistula. If antibiotic treatment does not lead to complete healing, surgical intervention may be necessary to cure the anal fistula. Surgery genera...[Read More] Understanding Anal Abscess: Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgical Options
Understanding Fistula Recurrence: Hard Lump After Surgery Concerns
Is the fistula likely to recur? In January of this year, I underwent a fistula surgery. A week after the surgery, I returned for a follow-up appointment, and the doctor said that my recovery was going well and that I did not need to return for further visits. After that, I contin...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like a scar left after surgical wound healing. Generally, scar tissue takes about six months to stabilize and enter the absorption phase. As long as there is no redness, swelling, heat, pain, or discharge, there is no cause for concern. An...[Read More] Understanding Fistula Recurrence: Hard Lump After Surgery Concerns
Is My Fistula Recurring? Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns
Is this a recurrence of the diverticulum? I had a fistula surgery at the beginning of October last year. I actually discovered it in August, but I thought it was just a pimple. It wasn't until I experienced fever, chills, and restlessness that I sought medical attention. 😢 A...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, this situation is more likely related to issues with the surgical wound after fistula surgery. If there is no improvement, it is recommended to return to the hospital for a consultation with your physician to discuss the possibility of further examinati...[Read More] Is My Fistula Recurring? Understanding Post-Surgery Concerns
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Complications After Breast Tumor Removal
Postoperative complications following chest surgery? Hello, I previously asked a question that wasn't very clear, so I'm inquiring again. I underwent a traditional outpatient surgical biopsy where the entire mass tumor was removed. The examination indicated that it was ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to return for a follow-up to check if there are any residual blood clots at the site of the original mass. If there is no infection, it can actually be resolved quite easily. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerned about you![Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Complications After Breast Tumor Removal
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Complications from Hernia Repair
Hernia issues? Hello, Doctor. A year ago, I was diagnosed with a hernia and required surgery, resulting in a roughly 3 cm incision in the right groin area. During the procedure, a mesh was placed, and sutures were used. However, within a year post-surgery, I have been experiencin...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is indeed unrelated to hernias. Traditional surgical wounds are generally larger, and the superficial nerves will gradually heal. As for the swelling you mentioned, it can only be assessed in person. There are specialized abdominal binders available for hernias. Take ca...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Complications from Hernia Repair
Post-Surgery Symptoms After Fistula Surgery: What to Expect and Manage
Postoperative symptoms after fistula surgery? Hello, I underwent a fistula repair surgery at a hospital near Madou on February 14th due to a fever. It has been over a month since the surgery. 1. Although the surgical wound has healed, I occasionally experience swelling and pain...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Hello: It is normal to experience discomfort such as swelling, pain, or itching at the surgical site after fistula surgery, as well as some bleeding. These symptoms typically improve over time. The recovery process can be alleviated with the use of topical medications in conjunct...[Read More] Post-Surgery Symptoms After Fistula Surgery: What to Expect and Manage
Post-Laparoscopic Surgery: Understanding Complications and Care
Postoperative condition after laparoscopic surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent laparoscopic surgery on the 22nd, which involved three incisions, with the one at the navel being larger and having a drainage tube. On the first day after the surgery, there was slight bleeding from t...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Hello: Although laparoscopic surgery results in smaller incisions, the likelihood of wound infection or poor healing varies depending on the specific procedure. The situation you described, where the wound produces discharge a few days post-surgery and shows signs of poor healing...[Read More] Post-Laparoscopic Surgery: Understanding Complications and Care
Understanding Breast Masses: Healing or Hormonal Changes?
Breast lump Hello Doctor: I have a mass of 0.66 in my left breast, and I had a biopsy done a week ago. The results came back benign. I would like to ask if the noticeable hardness I feel at the biopsy site is due to the healing of the tissue, or could it be related to my menstrua...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Hello: It is normal to feel a sense of hardness when touching the surgical wound during the initial healing process, as fibrosis and scar tissue will develop.[Read More] Understanding Breast Masses: Healing or Hormonal Changes?
Understanding Stitch Pain After Surgery: What You Need to Know
Sutured wounds may experience sharp pain? Hello, doctor. It has been four weeks since my surgery, and the wound is healing well. However, in the past few days, I have started to feel a sharp pain at the right side of the sutures, specifically at the knot. Will the sutures fall ou...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Hello, unless there is an infection or other complications, the surgical wound should have healed after four weeks. If the wound was sutured with non-absorbable stitches, you should return to the surgical outpatient clinic to have the stitches removed.[Read More] Understanding Stitch Pain After Surgery: What You Need to Know
Post-Surgery Care for Pediatric Peritonitis Wounds: Healing Concerns
Peritoneal wound? In cases of pediatric intestinal perforation with peritonitis, if the wound has not healed two weeks post-surgery and requires daily washing for ten days, it is understandable to be concerned. 1. Generally, surgical wounds may need to be cleaned daily until th...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. In infants, intestinal perforation often leads to wound infections due to their underdeveloped immune system. Unless there is leakage of an intra-abdominal abscess, with appropriate treatment, recovery generally occurs within two to three weeks. 2. The infection of the wound ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Pediatric Peritonitis Wounds: Healing Concerns
Understanding Post-Surgery Scars: Management and Expectations After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative scars Hello, Doctor. In June of this year, I underwent hemorrhoid surgery at National Taiwan University Hospital. The doctor mentioned that I had three mixed hemorrhoids with mild symptoms, but due to concerns about appearance and itching, I decided to proceed with ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
External hemorrhoids, in addition to causing swelling during bowel movements that affects quality of life, also have cosmetic improvement as one of the indications for surgery. If the surgery is performed for cosmetic reasons, the meticulous adjustment of the surgical wound is cr...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Scars: Management and Expectations After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Traveling After Rubber Band Ligation Surgery: What You Need to Know
Inquiry about traveling abroad after rubber band ligation surgery? Hello, Dr. Ke. At the beginning of August this year, I experienced a dull pain in my anus, but there was no bleeding during bowel movements. I consulted the first doctor, who diagnosed me with swollen internal hem...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
First of all, if you have travel plans in the near future, I recommend that you postpone the surgery. After all, an anal fistula does not necessarily require immediate surgery. You wouldn't want the surgical wound to interfere with your travel plans or to face complications ...[Read More] Traveling After Rubber Band Ligation Surgery: What You Need to Know
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Understanding Bowel Movement Difficulties
Postoperative constipation after hemorrhoid surgery? I had hemorrhoid surgery at the beginning of July, and since then, I have been experiencing difficulty with bowel movements. If I go a day without a bowel movement, it feels like the stool is right at the anal opening, and I ha...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It has been over two months since the surgery, and the surgical wound should have healed by now. However, if there was a history of constipation prior to the surgery, the constipation may not improve due to the surgery. It is still important to pay attention to dietary habits and...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Understanding Bowel Movement Difficulties
Post-Surgery Pain and Discomfort: Understanding Sutures and Healing
The surgical incision site often feels painful and burning? Hello Dr. Ke: My original fistula opening was located about 3 centimeters below the testicle. I underwent fistula excision surgery on May 12, and it has been 4 months since then. During my follow-up appointment on August...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Complex fistulas have larger surgical wounds, resulting in a longer recovery time. Most patients will experience some degree of sharp pain at the surgical site. It is generally recommended to use ointments and suppositories for a period of time, and then monitor the wound for sig...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain and Discomfort: Understanding Sutures and Healing
Managing Chronic Anal Fissures: Addressing Persistent Bleeding After Surgery
Chronic anal fissure Hello Dr. Ke, I had surgery for chronic anal fissure last November. After the surgery, I no longer experience pain during bowel movements, but I still have bleeding. During my follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that the wound needs further repair, so I und...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal fissure surgery, if there is no pain, it generally indicates that the surgical objectives have been achieved. However, if there is still bleeding, it may be due to the surgical wound not being fully healed. It is recommended to enhance sitz baths and topical medication...[Read More] Managing Chronic Anal Fissures: Addressing Persistent Bleeding After Surgery
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Understanding Granulomas and Recovery Concerns
Granuloma after hemorrhoid surgery Hello Dr. Ke, I would like to ask you a couple of questions. It has been about two months since my hemorrhoid surgery, during which the doctor mentioned that a harmonic scalpel was used. I have had three follow-up appointments since the surgery...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. The occurrence of granulomas after hemorrhoid surgery is often due to uneven suturing of the wound. If there is no discomfort, it can be ignored, and topical ointments may be used. However, if granulomas persist, it may be necessary to consider the possibility of an anal fistu...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Understanding Granulomas and Recovery Concerns
Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Recovery and Risks
Post-fistula surgery Hello, Dr. Ke. In February of this year, I underwent incision and drainage for an anal abscess. It recurred in June, and on July 18, I had a fistula surgery. The doctor informed me midway through the procedure that the fistula was very deep, extending to the ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Since I cannot see the wound, I cannot make a judgment. Based on your description, it seems that this is the case. The purpose of the suture technique is to minimize damage to the sphincter. I am not sure if it increases the likelihood of recurrence, but if there were a surgic...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Recovery and Risks
Post-Surgery Symptoms After Hemorrhoidectomy: What to Expect
Symptoms after hemorrhoidectomy? Hello Doctor, I had surgery on July 13, and it has been four days since then. My surgery was for a hemorrhoidectomy for mixed hemorrhoids. Since the second day after I was allowed to use the restroom, I have been feeling the urge to go to the bath...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The surgical wound from hemorrhoid surgery typically takes about two to three weeks to heal, during which symptoms such as bleeding, pain, and changes in bowel habits will show significant improvement.[Read More] Post-Surgery Symptoms After Hemorrhoidectomy: What to Expect
Post-Surgical Wound Care: Addressing Complications and Treatment Options
Post-debridement wound care? Hello Doctor, my left calf between the knee and ankle was injured on June 6, 2015. At that time, I received three stitches for a wound smaller than a coin. After removing the stitches and continuously changing the dressings, a year has passed, and the...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to perform a contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan of the left lower limb to determine the extent of the purulent and chronic infection. Debridement will be necessary; otherwise, there will still be drainage. Keep your leg elevated during the da...[Read More] Post-Surgical Wound Care: Addressing Complications and Treatment Options