Understanding Wound Healing After a Motorcycle Accident
Wound issues after a car accident? Hello, doctor. After I fell off my bike on December 10, my knee went from a bleeding wound to a soft pink area with no open wound. However, I still experience a tingling sensation when bending quickly (squatting), walking, or applying slight pre...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, it sounds like the wound should be okay, but you may still experience some tingling and numbness. This could be due to some peripheral nerve damage, which should improve over time.[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing After a Motorcycle Accident
Choosing Between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery for Pancreatic Tumors
Choice between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery Hello, Doctor. My mother is 65 years old and has been diagnosed with a malignant tumor in the ampulla. She will need to undergo resection and reconstruction of some nearby organs early next year. We are currently struggling with th...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, let me clarify that my expertise is not in pancreatic surgery, and I have not participated in Da Vinci pancreatic cancer surgeries. Therefore, the following responses are based on my understanding. 1. Is the blood loss during Da Vinci surgery less than that of open surge...[Read More] Choosing Between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery for Pancreatic Tumors
Post-Drainage Surgery: Managing Wound Healing and Care Tips
Wound healing issues after drainage surgery? Hello Dr. Chen: Six days ago, I visited a doctor for a sebaceous cyst issue and underwent a drainage procedure. The incision is about 1 to 1.5 centimeters, and I have been packing it with gauze and changing the dressing daily. As of to...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
1. If it becomes much shallower, you may not need to pack it. 2. The simplest recommendation is to apply an antibiotic ointment and then cover it with a gauze. 3. Generally, wounds that do not require suturing will leave very noticeable scars, and you can only try applying scar g...[Read More] Post-Drainage Surgery: Managing Wound Healing and Care Tips
Effective Strategies for Accelerating Wound Healing After Injury
Wound healing issues Hello Doctor: I had a car accident on September 10, and the skin below my left ankle was abrasively injured (approximately 1.5 cm wide and 3.5 cm long) due to the motorcycle falling. I have been receiving treatment at a surgical clinic, but the wound is still...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Hepatitis B itself may lead to cirrhosis, and many patients are unaware of this. Sometimes, ultrasound and CT scans may not diagnose it; it is only during laparoscopic surgery that cirrhosis or pure liver fibrosis may be observed. Wound healing will be very slow in such ca...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Accelerating Wound Healing After Injury
Understanding Wound Healing Issues After Surgery: Causes of Leg Discoloration
Wound healing issues About four days ago, I sustained a 12 cm laceration on the inner thigh from a saw at work, which has already been sutured. However, I am unsure why the leg with the wound turns red and purple from the calf to the foot when I stand for a long time. I would lik...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! If the blood clot disperses and spreads outward, applying ice packs is sufficient. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Wound Healing Issues After Surgery: Causes of Leg Discoloration
Managing MgO and Broen-C: Key Questions for Post-Surgery Recovery
MgO and Broen-C medication issues? Hello, doctor. Last Sunday, I experienced an acute anal fissure and started taking 250 mg of magnesium oxide (MgO) with meals at noon and in the evening, while also taking 3 to 4 tablets of Broen-C (enteric-coated bromelain and L-cysteine) daily...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. MgO can be discontinued immediately, as this medication is not habit-forming. 2. Long-term use of Broen C does not pose significant harm, and it can be stopped when there is no discomfort. 3. It is normal for the healing wound to itch, but if there is redness or allergic react...[Read More] Managing MgO and Broen-C: Key Questions for Post-Surgery Recovery
Persistent Swelling and Pain After Wound Healing: What to Do?
The wound healing process is still accompanied by swelling and pain? At the beginning of November, a child fell and had a small wound on the knee. The wound has healed, but recently a hard lump has developed at the site along with a small pus-filled bump. Now, it even hurts when ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The lump after wound healing should be scar tissue, but if there is a pus-filled abscess, it may be more serious and could require incision and drainage along with antibiotic treatment. It is advisable to consult a surgical specialist for further evaluation.[Read More] Persistent Swelling and Pain After Wound Healing: What to Do?
Understanding Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Causes, Symptoms, and Management of Anal Fissures Hello, doctor. I usually have a healthy diet, and my bowel movements are mostly normal, but I occasionally experience anal fissures (not often; the last occurrence was two to three months ago). I have a few questions: 1. What co...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. One of the causes of anal fissures is excessive tension in the sphincter muscle, so sphincterotomy can be used as a treatment. 2. Soaking in warm water and relaxing can be effective; if medication is needed, it is recommended to obtain a prescription from a doctor rather than ...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Consultation: Questions About Fistula Removal Recovery
Post-operative consultation for fistula surgery? Hello Dr. Chang, I underwent a fistula tube removal surgery on November 7th, and the current condition of my wound is as follows: https://imgur.com/a/d5Zh6dH. As of today, the pain in the wound has gradually decreased, with only sl...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. The wound healing process is normal. 2. Normal. 3. Can do. 4. Can do. 5. There is no need to apply too deeply; just a small amount around the wound is sufficient.[Read More] Post-Surgery Consultation: Questions About Fistula Removal Recovery
Post-Surgery Concerns After Fistula Removal: Expert Q&A
Consultation on issues related to post-fistula surgery? Hello Dr. Chang, thank you for taking the time to read and respond. I underwent a surgical procedure for removal on November 7th, and four days post-operation, I still experience slight pain and discomfort (which is manageab...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Normally, most fistula surgeries result in an open wound that gradually heals as granulation tissue forms from the base of the wound. 2. Light to moderate exercise can be resumed two weeks post-surgery, but activities that place weight on the perineum (such as cycling) may c...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns After Fistula Removal: Expert Q&A
Post-Surgery Wound Care: Understanding Pain and Healing After Incision
Wound after debridement surgery? Hello, doctor! I had a pilonidal cyst excision surgery at the end of May, followed by debridement the following week. I had gauze packed in the wound and changed it daily at the hospital. It has been three months since the wound has been healing! ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
I apologize for the late response. The symptoms you described, including tenderness around the wound, hyperpigmentation causing a darker color, and the formation of scars, are all part of the normal wound healing process and should theoretically improve over time.[Read More] Post-Surgery Wound Care: Understanding Pain and Healing After Incision
Understanding Seton Management Surgery: Potential Complications and Recovery Insights
Anal fistula is a condition that may have potential complications when treated with seton management surgery? Dear Director Ke, I have an anal fistula that began treatment with a seton placement surgery on February 25, 2022. One-third of the fistula's total length is locate...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The indentation and the rubber band should not be related, and there is no reason for it not to heal on its own. It is more likely a remnant left from wound healing. If there is no pain or infection, no special treatment is necessary. If surgical repair is considered, I cannot an...[Read More] Understanding Seton Management Surgery: Potential Complications and Recovery Insights
Overcoming Nail Cutting Addiction: A Guide for Diabetics
Inquire about nail-related issues? Hello, doctor. I have had a bad habit of cutting my nails since my school days. Although I have a fixed schedule for how often I trim them, I prefer to cut them shorter and shorter. Currently, I have no nails on four of my toes, except for the b...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, if you know that this is clearly a bad habit but can't seem to change it, you might want to consider seeing a psychiatrist or psychologist. A surgeon may not be able to help you with this issue.[Read More] Overcoming Nail Cutting Addiction: A Guide for Diabetics
Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Colostomy Closure Wound Issues
The surgical wound from the closure of the stoma has opened after the sutures were removed, resulting in continuous leakage of fecal matter? Hello, Dr. Ke. My father is 68 years old and had a temporary colostomy placed in the right upper abdomen after undergoing surgery for recta...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The issue your father is facing is a leak at the site of the stoma closure. There are two viable options. The first is to temporarily withhold food and wait for the leak to heal on its own. The benefits of this approach are that it avoids the need for another surgery. However, th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Colostomy Closure Wound Issues
Managing Post-Cesarean Infection: When to Seek Medical Help
Abdominal incision wound I was hospitalized for two weeks due to a bacterial infection following a cesarean section. On the day of my discharge, I had to return to the hospital because my wound was oozing pus. I received antibiotics and had the wound dressed daily for a week, aft...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, as long as the wound has not completely healed, it is normal to have a light yellow discharge, which is tissue fluid, rather than necessarily pus. Additionally, it is actually advisable not to use iodine for dressing changes, as it can inhibit wound healing in open wounds.[Read More] Managing Post-Cesarean Infection: When to Seek Medical Help
Post-Surgery Care: Is Artificial Skin Suitable for Wound Healing?
Postoperative Care (Artificial Skin) After surgery for an axillary sebaceous cyst, with a wound approximately 3 cm in size and still having stitches, currently covered primarily with gauze, is it appropriate to use artificial skin?
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If there is no discharge and no redness or swelling, it can be used, but it is still recommended to return for a follow-up appointment to check the wound as scheduled.[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Is Artificial Skin Suitable for Wound Healing?
Post-Surgery Care: Is Artificial Skin Suitable for Wound Healing?
Postoperative Care (Artificial Skin) After surgery for an axillary sebaceous cyst, with a wound approximately 3 cm in size that has not yet had the sutures removed and is primarily covered with gauze, is it appropriate to use artificial skin?
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Artificial skin can be used, but it is recommended to apply it only when the wound is clean, without redness, swelling, or discharge.[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Is Artificial Skin Suitable for Wound Healing?
Understanding Wound Healing Issues: When to See a Doctor?
Wound healing issues Due to friction between the index and ring fingers and a wall during work, the fingertip of the middle finger has a loss of tissue, and the ring finger has a laceration. After one month of healing, the injured area on the fingertip of the middle finger feels ...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Based on your description, this is fibrous tissue that has developed after wound healing. If there are no accompanying symptoms of redness, swelling, or inflammation, it should theoretically improve over time.[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing Issues: When to See a Doctor?
Understanding Recovery Time After Mole Removal Surgery
Recovery time after mole removal surgery? Hello, doctor. I have read that using an ultrasound knife may lead to slower wound healing. What is the reason for this? I underwent a self-paid ultrasound knife procedure to remove a pilonidal cyst on July 26. Since my first bowel moveme...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Not all patients who undergo ultrasonic scalpel surgery experience delayed healing; in fact, the majority of patients typically heal normally. I am not sure why this is the case. However, if there is still discharge and pain one month after surgery, that is indeed unusual. I reco...[Read More] Understanding Recovery Time After Mole Removal Surgery
Understanding Post-Surgery Wound Healing: What to Expect After Stitches
Wound issues? Eleven days ago, I had a laceration on my calf that required seven stitches. After having the stitches removed yesterday, I noticed that when I straighten my leg, there is a tight sensation at the site of the wound. When sitting or lying flat with my leg elevated, t...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! To assess how deep a wound is, superficial wounds typically do not have a pulling sensation in the muscles, while deeper wounds are more likely to cause such a sensation. The healing period for a wound may involve swelling for some time; elevating the affected lower limb w...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Wound Healing: What to Expect After Stitches