Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Hemorrhoidectomy: Your Questions Answered
Post-hemorrhoidectomy I had surgery for internal and external hemorrhoids and to address an anal fissure at the beginning of September. I have been taking sitz baths 2 to 3 times daily. 1. The wound no longer hurts, but sometimes when I walk for a while, I experience a sharp pain...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Pain after hemorrhoid surgery will significantly decrease two weeks post-operation, but mild stinging may persist for one to two months. 2. It is normal to experience slight discharge until the wound is fully healed. 3. As long as the pain is manageable, engaging in physical...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Hemorrhoidectomy: Your Questions Answered
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Anal Fistula Healing and Symptoms
Postoperative issues following anal fistula surgery? Hello, Dr. Ke. My fistula surgery wound is approximately two centimeters long (located in the center of the buttocks, extending from the anal area backward). I would like to ask you: 1. It has been 37 days since the wound, an...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: Here are the responses to your questions: 1. The wound should be healed after one month post-surgery, but healing speed varies among individuals due to personal health factors. As long as the wound area continues to shrink, there is no cause for concern. 2. It is norm...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Anal Fistula Healing and Symptoms
Post-Surgery Pain Management After Fistula and Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative pain and discomfort after fistula and hemorrhoid surgery..? Hello, Dr. Ko: I underwent a fistula surgery at Mackay Memorial Hospital in Hsinchu on July 23, and some hemorrhoids were removed as well. It has been 34 days, but I still experience discomfort and pain in ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your question, post-operative pain after general anal surgery typically lasts around two weeks. However, for fistula surgery, it may extend to over a month, depending on the length of the fistula and the size of the surgical wound. If there is no severe pain...[Read More] Post-Surgery Pain Management After Fistula and Hemorrhoid Surgery
Understanding Hard Lumps After Hand Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Is there a hard lump inside after suturing? About a month ago, I accidentally cut my hand (near the webbing between my thumb and index finger). Initially, I may not have taken proper care of the wound, and while the surface healed, a lump formed around the wound that is painful t...
Dr. Hou Shouxian Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it is possible that the "hard lump" you are experiencing (which may be part of the wound healing process and is considered a normal phenomenon) is compressing the underlying or surrounding digital nerves when pressure is applied or when...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps After Hand Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Surgical Hard Lumps and Nerve Sensations
Post-surgical lump or nodule? About a month ago, I accidentally cut my hand (near the webbing between my thumb and index finger). At first, I may not have taken proper care of the wound, and while the surface healed, a lump formed around the wound that is painful when pressed. La...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it is possible that the "hard lump" you are experiencing (which may be part of the wound healing process and is considered a normal phenomenon) is compressing the underlying or surrounding digital nerves when pressure is applied or when...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgical Hard Lumps and Nerve Sensations
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Anal Fistula and Granulation Tissue
Postoperative Issues Related to Anal Fistula Surgery 2 Hello Dr. Ke, I would like to ask you some questions. After my anal fistula surgery on April 2, my wound has not fully healed. Occasionally, I notice some blood when wiping after a bowel movement. On June 16, I went to anoth...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhi: Surgery for anal fistulas may sometimes result in faster healing of wounds outside the anal glands, especially in younger individuals with better wound healing capabilities. This can lead to the internal wound of the fistula being surrounded again, resulting in t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Anal Fistula and Granulation Tissue
Post-Surgery Concerns After Anal Fistula Surgery: Healing and Treatment Options
Postoperative Issues Related to Anal Fistula Surgery Hello Dr. Ke, I would like to ask you some questions. After my anal fistula surgery on April 2, my wound has not fully healed. Occasionally, I notice some blood when wiping after a bowel movement. On June 16, I went to anothe...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhi: Generally speaking, the wound from anal fistula surgery takes about a month to heal. If it has not healed after more than two months, there may be an issue. The so-called polyp is likely residual granulation tissue, and it should be examined to see if it is due t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns After Anal Fistula Surgery: Healing and Treatment Options
Understanding Epidermoid Cysts: Treatment Options and Expert Opinions
A sebaceous cyst, also known as an epidermoid cyst, has developed on the inner side of the chest? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the condition known as an epidermoid cyst, or sebaceous cyst. About six months to a year ago, I discovered a lump on the inner side of my rig...
Dr. Lai Jihong Reply:
Regarding epidermoid cysts, also known as sebaceous cysts, it is advisable based on the experience of surgeons to undergo surgical removal as soon as possible. Do not wait until an infection occurs, as it will complicate the management (requiring debridement, dressing changes, an...[Read More] Understanding Epidermoid Cysts: Treatment Options and Expert Opinions
Understanding Delayed Wound Healing: Expert Insights and Solutions
Follow-up procedures for foreign companies? I have further questions regarding an article you replied to on October 19, 2001. http://sp1.cto.doh.gov.tw/doctor/Often_question/Index.html ■ Non-Healing Wound 3933 Question: Asker: HARUKA / Female / 20 / 2001/10/19 In late August, ...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: If the blister is small, it can be left alone to heal naturally while avoiding irritation. However, if the blister is larger, it is advisable to seek medical attention (it may need to be aspirated under sterile conditions). Self-treatment is not recommended, as improper st...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Wound Healing: Expert Insights and Solutions
Managing Post-Surgery Anal Fistula: Tips for Softening Stools and Healing
After anal fistula surgery, the anus remains very narrow and the wound often reopens? Hello, doctor: I apologize for bothering you again. It has been over 40 days since my anal fistula surgery, and I still experience bleeding during bowel movements at times. I visited the doctor ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the healing speed of anal fistula wounds is generally slower than that of regular wounds. If a complex anal fistula wound has not healed after more than a month, it is not considered abnormal. The biggest concern after anal surgery is constipa...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Anal Fistula: Tips for Softening Stools and Healing
Understanding the Differences Between General and Staged Flap Repairs in Plastic Surgery
Inquiry Regarding Disease (Forwarded from the Director's Mailbox) What is the difference between "primary flap reconstruction" and "staged flap reconstruction"?
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
What is "staged flap reconstruction"? Is it a stage operation? Often, plastic surgery flap procedures require multiple surgeries to achieve wound healing or treatment. Dr. Chou Hong-Chang, Plastic Surgeon, April 7, 2010.[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between General and Staged Flap Repairs in Plastic Surgery
Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Heal Poor Wound Healing After Rectal Cancer Surgery?
excuse me? My father, 83 years old, had a poor healing after rectal cancer surgery, which led to colitis and rectal bleeding. It has been 10 years since the surgery, and the rectal cancer has been cured. His voice remains quite strong. Can this poor healing be treated with hyperb...
Dr. Shen Mingyin Reply:
Hello: In principle, hyperbaric oxygen therapy or growth factors can be beneficial for wound healing. However, as mentioned in the previous correspondence, selecting the appropriate treatment for the patient requires a personal examination to provide suitable recommendations. Wis...[Read More] Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Heal Poor Wound Healing After Rectal Cancer Surgery?
Understanding Post-Surgery Ointments for Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hemorrhoid ointment A few days ago, I underwent a complete excision surgery for internal and external hemorrhoids. The doctor prescribed a topical ointment. I would like to ask: 1. Does this ointment contain antibiotics, and if so, could it be detrimental to wound healing? 2. How...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is true that the ointment contains antibiotic components; however, antibiotics do not hinder wound healing. After surgery, it is important to take warm water sitz baths. The use of antibiotic ointment is not necessary; if you choose to use ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Ointments for Hemorrhoid Treatment
Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Care for Your Loved Ones
-My father Dear Doctor, My father has been hospitalized today due to cellulitis in his left leg. The surgeon examined his swollen leg and said they would first try antibiotic treatment. If that doesn’t work, they may need to surgically remove the "bad tissue" inside. I...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: Individuals who have experienced significant trauma, especially those involving the skeletal system, often develop recurrent cellulitis after wound healing, which is one of the common sequelae. Based on your description, your father seems to fit this situation. The timing ...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Treatment Options and Care for Your Loved Ones
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bowel Issues After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Postoperative issues related to hemorrhoid surgery? Hello Dr. Ke, I recently underwent a traditional excision of external and internal hemorrhoids at Mackay Memorial Hospital on November 3rd. Four weeks post-surgery, I was completely pain-free and was pleased to find that my bowe...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your question: It is normal for sutures to loosen after surgery, and you should not pull on them. You can either consult your physician or cut them yourself. The absorption time of the sutures varies depending on the surgeon's personal habits, so there ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bowel Issues After Hemorrhoid Surgery
Impact of Delayed Stitch Removal on Wound Healing: What You Need to Know
Wound suturing Hello, my brother received stitches (3 stitches) at your hospital on August 5 (Wednesday). The doctor who treated him advised that he should return for a follow-up appointment to have the stitches removed in one week. However, he is currently on active duty and his...
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
The timing for removing stitches from facial lacerations is approximately 5 to 7 days; delaying removal may affect scar formation.[Read More] Impact of Delayed Stitch Removal on Wound Healing: What You Need to Know
Post-Cholecystectomy Diet: Essential Tips for Recovery and Nutrition
Post-cholecystectomy Hello Doctor: I recently underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy and have some questions I would like to ask you: 1. The doctors have advised me to maintain a normal and light diet. However, can I eat high-cholesterol foods such as shrimp and eggs? 2. Is it co...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
1. The primary function of the gallbladder is to store and concentrate bile, which is essential for the digestion of fats. When fatty foods enter the stomach, the stomach secretes cholecystokinin, stimulating the gallbladder to contract and release bile into the duodenum. After g...[Read More] Post-Cholecystectomy Diet: Essential Tips for Recovery and Nutrition
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Hemorrhoid Thrombosis and Recovery
Hemorrhoids Hello Dr. Wang, I had a thrombosed hemorrhoid removed yesterday, July 14th. That evening, I took two sitz baths, and this morning, July 15th, I took one more. However, I still feel a lump that is about the same hardness as before the removal, and the size of the lump ...
Dr. Wang Zhitang Reply:
Hello, Adu: Hemorrhoids are caused by the dilation of the venous plexus within the anal canal due to lifestyle habits and gravity, leading to the formation of protrusions from the surrounding connective tissue hyperplasia. When blood accumulates in these normally dilated vessels,...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Hemorrhoid Thrombosis and Recovery
Best Foods for Recovery After Finger Amputation in Elderly Patients
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? My grandmother was bitten by a wild dog and had a finger amputated. She is currently hospitalized for observation at the age of 84. What would be the best diet for her?
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: In terms of diet, the impact on wound healing is not significant; the main requirement is to ensure adequate and balanced nutrition. Special supplements are often more for peace of mind and may not necessarily be beneficial. The primary focus should be on monitoring the co...[Read More] Best Foods for Recovery After Finger Amputation in Elderly Patients
Exploring Maggot Therapy for Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients
Maggot therapy Hello Doctor, my father is 64 years old. Seven years ago, he had to amputate his right leg below the knee due to diabetes and an injury. Last September, he underwent coronary artery bypass surgery. This Lunar New Year, after a long flight, he started experiencing n...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
This issue will be addressed by Dr. Chou Hong-Chang from the Department of Plastic Surgery: The treatment options listed seem to be inconsistent with your father's condition. I have not encountered any of the three treatment methods mentioned. I recommend consulting with the...[Read More] Exploring Maggot Therapy for Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients