Post-Mole Removal: Concerns About Bowel Movements and Recovery
Postoperative condition after mole removal? Doctor, I haven't had a bowel movement for 5 days after my mole removal surgery. Can I perform an enema on my own? Will it harm the surgical site? Is it okay to engage in normal activities like walking to help stimulate my bowel mo...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After hemorrhoid surgery, it is best to avoid using enemas temporarily, as the surgical wound has not yet healed. There is a concern that improper positioning or medication irritation could affect the wound. During this time, it is important to increase the intake of dietary fibe...[Read More] Post-Mole Removal: Concerns About Bowel Movements and Recovery
Post-Surgery Bleeding Concerns: Hemorrhoid and Anal Fissure Recovery
Postoperative bleeding issues after hemorrhoid and anal fissure surgery? Hello Doctor, I underwent traditional hemorrhoidectomy and anal sphincter relaxation surgery on May 18th. Aside from experiencing bleeding and pain during bowel movements for the first week post-surgery, the...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Mild bleeding after anal surgery is inevitable. Prolonged straining during bowel movements can increase the likelihood of bleeding. By one month post-surgery, the wound should have healed; however, if dietary and bowel habits are poor, it is not surprising to experience bleeding ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Bleeding Concerns: Hemorrhoid and Anal Fissure Recovery
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bleeding After Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative care for thrombosed internal and external hemorrhoids? Hello, Dr. Ke! I would like to ask you... It has been 23 days since my surgery for thrombosed external and internal hemorrhoids, but I still notice bright red blood when I have a bowel movement, and there seems ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Two weeks after hemorrhoid surgery, the amount of bleeding should significantly decrease. Based on your description, it does seem abnormal. However, if you are having many bowel movements each day, it can indeed affect wound healing. I recommend that you take medication for irrit...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bleeding After Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Surgery
How to Properly Apply Adhesive Strips on Challenging Surgical Wounds
The adhesive bandage is lifting and cannot adhere to the wound? Hello Dr. Lee: I underwent an open surgery at the end of April, and my incision is located around the waistband area of my low-rise underwear. I am somewhat overweight, so the incision is right in the middle of two l...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! This is a common issue. A wound that is sunken indicates that there is not much tension. If the epidermis has already healed, there is no need to apply a dressing. Remember to wear the abdominal binder for more than three months, and avoid exposing the wound to sunlight. Y...[Read More] How to Properly Apply Adhesive Strips on Challenging Surgical Wounds
Post-Surgery Care for Breast Fibroadenoma: Key Tips and Guidelines
Postoperative care for breast fibroadenoma? Hello: I had fibroid surgery on April 29. The next day, I went back to change the dressing. The doctor didn't mention any follow-up appointments; he only said to keep the gauze as dry as possible and to change it myself if it gets ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Wounds should never come into contact with tap water for at least 10 days. Waterproof dressings are more convenient, but they must be changed after showering. If the adhesive bandage gets wet, clean it with saline solution and apply a new adhesive bandage. Once the wound h...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Breast Fibroadenoma: Key Tips and Guidelines
Managing Numbness and Tingling After Elbow Surgery: Treatment Options
Tactile Hypoesthesia The surgical wound near the olecranon of the elbow has been present for over three months, and there is still a sensation of numbness and stiffness upon touch. What treatment should be considered?
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Numbness around the surgical wound is a normal phenomenon. Generally, sensory recovery can take at least six months to a year, and in cases of severe trauma, complete recovery may not be possible. However, this does not affect mobility, and there are no effective treatment option...[Read More] Managing Numbness and Tingling After Elbow Surgery: Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Complications: Persistent Numbness After Hernia Repair
Post-operative issues after Weichuang hernia surgery? About ten days after the minimally invasive surgery for right inguinal hernia, I noticed that the area around the incision felt numb, although it does not affect walking or bowel movements. However, after resting for three to ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Any surgical wound inevitably disrupts the skin and subcutaneous nerves, leading to localized pain and numbness, which is considered a normal phenomenon. The recovery period may range from several weeks to a few months.[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Persistent Numbness After Hernia Repair
Post-Surgery Care for External Hemorrhoids: Common Concerns and Tips
Postoperative care for external hemorrhoids? Hello Dr. Ke: I am currently on the tenth day after my external hemorrhoid skin tag excision. I have started to attempt to push the remaining pink external hemorrhoid back into the anus. I would like to ask the following questions: 1...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. It is normal for the surgical wound to take about a month to fully heal. 2. It is inappropriate; please wait for the swelling of the wound to subside. During this time, you should avoid pushing or irritating the wound. 3. Theoretically, there should not be any further prol...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for External Hemorrhoids: Common Concerns and Tips
Post-Surgery Care for External Hemorrhoids: Common Concerns and Tips
Postoperative care for external hemorrhoids? Hello Dr. Ke: I am currently on the eleventh day post-external hemorrhoid skin tag excision surgery. I have started attempting to push the remaining pink external hemorrhoid that the doctor did not remove back into the anal canal. I wo...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. It is normal for the surgical wound to take about a month to fully heal. 2. It is inappropriate; please wait for the swelling of the wound to subside. During this time, you should avoid any pushing or irritation to the wound. 3. Theoretically, there should be no further pr...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for External Hemorrhoids: Common Concerns and Tips
Understanding Swelling Near Surgical Wounds: Causes and Concerns
There is a lump near the incision site after surgery? My grandmother fell last week and fractured the bones in her arm. She had surgery a few days ago, and now there is a blister on the inner side of her arm near the wound, which has since become swollen. What could be the reason...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! "Doctor, the doctors are not responding." Sometimes the cause of blisters is unclear, and I cannot provide an answer right away! Just make sure to change the dressing properly every day, avoid letting the wound come into contact with tap water, and as long as the...[Read More] Understanding Swelling Near Surgical Wounds: Causes and Concerns
Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Managing Bleeding and Recovery Concerns
Post-operative bleeding issues after hemorrhoid surgery? Hello Doctor: It has been about 52 days since I underwent hemorrhoid surgery in mid-December last year. Following the advice of my surgeon, I initially took stool softeners three times a day, gradually reducing it to once a...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. The surgical wound from hemorrhoid surgery will completely heal after one month. Bleeding may occur due to excessive straining. Hemorrhoid surgery does not completely remove all hemorrhoidal tissue, as this could lead to anal incontinence. This is why excessive straining durin...[Read More] Post-Hemorrhoid Surgery: Managing Bleeding and Recovery Concerns
Understanding Anal Fistula Surgery: Recovery, Healing, and Concerns
Hello doctor, I would like to ask about anal fistulas? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about anal fistulas. I just had surgery, and the location is above the anal opening. Because the fistula is deeper, the wound is quite large. Every time I change the dressing, I have to open...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: Please be patient, it will take about a month and a half to recover. Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistula Surgery: Recovery, Healing, and Concerns
Understanding Anal Fistula Probe Examination and Post-Surgery Concerns
Anal fistula probe examination Hello Dr. Ke: I had anal fistula surgery 18 days ago, and my recovery was going well. However, two days ago, I noticed some redness and swelling around the anal area. I went for a follow-up appointment, but the doctor seemed uncertain about the issu...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. The reason for electrocautery may be to remove granulation tissue from the wound, but the exact reason should be confirmed with the performing physician, as I can only speculate. 2. Generally, the surgical wound from an anal fistula procedure takes about a month to heal, and d...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistula Probe Examination and Post-Surgery Concerns
Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoids: Managing Swelling and Discomfort
Postoperative care for internal and external hemorrhoids? Hello, Doctor Hsu. I underwent surgery for internal and external hemorrhoids 2.5 months ago, but there is still swollen tissue at the wound site. The doctor mentioned that this was caused by straining during bowel movement...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Each patient undergoing hemorrhoid surgery has varying degrees of severity of their condition. The more severe and/or extensive the hemorrhoids, the larger the surgical wound will be, resulting in more noticeable scarring after recovery. Additionally, if the surgical site does no...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Hemorrhoids: Managing Swelling and Discomfort
White Substance Emerging from Surgical Wound: What to Do?
A thread-like substance is protruding from the wound? Hello, I would like to ask you about my cheek. I had a cyst removed and the stitches have been taken out, but recently I noticed a white substance coming out of the wound, and there is a little bleeding. I tried to see if I co...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
A white line on the facial wound likely indicates that internal sutures are surfacing. You should return to the clinic for the physician to address this.[Read More] White Substance Emerging from Surgical Wound: What to Do?
Why Is My Surgical Wound Still Hard After One Month?
Surgical wound Why is the wound from my lower back surgery, which is 8 centimeters long and has been healing for over a month, still hard?
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: During the tissue healing phase of wound recovery, do not just let it take its course. The Changhua Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.[Read More] Why Is My Surgical Wound Still Hard After One Month?
Post-Surgery Pain Management for Hemorrhoidectomy: What to Expect
Pain after hemorrhoid surgery? Hello, Dr. Ko. I had a circumferential excision of internal and external hemorrhoids on September 10, and today is the seventh day. The wound near my anus is still very painful, and even after taking pain medication, it takes about one to two hours ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Theoretically, hemorrhoidectomy should not be painful, as the incision is made within the dentate line, which lacks sensory nerve distribution. However, some patients may experience persistent pain post-surgery, which could be attributed to the most common complication of the pro...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain Management for Hemorrhoidectomy: What to Expect
Recovery Status After Fibroadenoma Removal: What to Expect
Recovery status after the excision of a fibroepithelial tumor? Hello Doctor, I underwent a fibroepithelial tumor excision on August 15, using endoscopic ultrasound-assisted resection. The incision is approximately 2-3 cm. I have a question regarding my recovery: this is my first ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, if the wound has no discharge or pain, it should be healed. After surgical wounds heal, there will be scar tissue, which contains a higher amount of fibrous components, making it feel firmer to the touch. This is a normal phenomenon.[Read More] Recovery Status After Fibroadenoma Removal: What to Expect
Post-Laparoscopic Surgery: Understanding Pain and Discomfort After Ovarian Teratoma Removal
Postoperative Issues After Laparoscopic Surgery In mid-April, I underwent laparoscopic surgery due to an ovarian teratoma that was compressing the rectum. The procedure involved making four incisions, one of which was larger, approximately five centimeters. During follow-up visit...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Any bodily wound can cause damage to the nerves, and the larger the wound, the greater the extent of the damage. The nerve pain after wound healing may also be more pronounced and may require a longer time to recover or adapt. Surgical wounds are no exception, so the pain you des...[Read More] Post-Laparoscopic Surgery: Understanding Pain and Discomfort After Ovarian Teratoma Removal
Understanding Post-Surgery Complications: Hemorrhoid Surgery Recovery Issues
It has been three months since the hemorrhoid surgery, and it has not healed? Hello Dr. Ke, my surgical wound from April 17 hasn't healed and has been bleeding. There are two protrusions near the perineum, and I have persistent pain in my left buttock. I've returned for...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
Traditional hemorrhoid surgery involves the removal of the primary hemorrhoidal tissue, and common postoperative complications include pain, bleeding, and residual tags or small hemorrhoids. Based on your description, it seems you may be experiencing such issues. If you are still...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Complications: Hemorrhoid Surgery Recovery Issues