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How soon after a c-section is it advisable to walk up the stairs?
It is never the same from person to person. You need to ask your doctor what to do.
My dad's stitches opened after bypass surgery, leading to blood loss. Will it require another surgery?
HE NEEDS TO SEE HIS DOCTOR NOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!
What is the appropriate age to do a branchial cyst surgery?
The best time to get things taken care of in young children is when they're young, as you can ask your doctor and follow their advice.
Is surgery the only option for a disc bulge?
For some people surgery is best. If you are having as much pain as you say and nothing is helping then I would talk to the Doctor about new things (surgery) that can be done
How long does it typically take to recover from c-section?
I have seen women heal fast and some not so fast. The one thing I think I have always seen is after a c-section you can have labor pains. Your body will need to adjust and some READ MORE
I have seen women heal fast and some not so fast. The one thing I think I have always seen is after a c-section you can have labor pains. Your body will need to adjust and some times it is painful.
I have been putting on weight around my abdomen after my bypass surgery. Why?
If you are not staying active you will gain belly fat and that is not good for your heart. If you give to your pain and not walk and do other things to keep healthy you will be READ MORE
If you are not staying active you will gain belly fat and that is not good for your heart. If you give to your pain and not walk and do other things to keep healthy you will be in trouble. Ask your doctor for a diet and exercise to do every day.
Can a colostomy bag ever be removed?
If you have enough intestines left to have them reattached they can remove the bag.
Having my gallbladder removed - will my life be different after?
There are a lot of foods and drinks and habits you will have to quit and adjust to but it will be better than it was before.
Quitting smoking before surgery?
Yes it is true that smoking is bad for your body when surgery is in your future but smoking is best to quit all together and not allow anyone to smoke in your home at all. It READ MORE
Yes it is true that smoking is bad for your body when surgery is in your future but smoking is best to quit all together and not allow anyone to smoke in your home at all. It does not help anyone to smoke or be around it.
I have intense pain while touching my scar about 4 days after surgery. Is it ok?
Sometimes it can be painful to touch the area where you have stitches. If it does not get better, go see your doctor.
What does fibroid removal surgery involve?
It sounds like you have some benign tumors that your doctor should explain what to expect.
Parotid seroma keeps coming back after draining
I think I would go to another doctor and ask them what they think.
After my surgery I am passing traces of blood in my urine. Is it normal?
Yes, a small amount of spotting. The best thing to do is to ask the doctor who did your surgery.
I wish you well,
Ole Doc House
I wish you well,
Ole Doc House
Since I had my appendix removed, I haven't really had an appetite. Is this normal?
It is normal and better for you it is that way. Your body needs a chance to get over what you have been through. Do not rush yourself it should return soon. If you have the problem READ MORE
It is normal and better for you it is that way. Your body needs a chance to get over what you have been through. Do not rush yourself it should return soon. If you have the problem over 2 to 3 weeks see your doctor again
After surgery what can I do to get rid of the scars?
There are a number of Meds you can get at the drug store that you can rub on and it will help the scar not to show so much. Your doctor can tell you what he or she would want you READ MORE
There are a number of Meds you can get at the drug store that you can rub on and it will help the scar not to show so much. Your doctor can tell you what he or she would want you to use if you can't find anything.
My grandfather is 84 years old and recently fell. Would you recommend surgery?
I have had this question more than one time. I would let the doctor and my grandfather make the call after you hear what the Doctor has to say. Your grandfather has made it 84 READ MORE
I have had this question more than one time. I would let the doctor and my grandfather make the call after you hear what the Doctor has to say. Your grandfather has made it 84 years and if he can understand what is going on let him make the call.
What are the chances that my stitches could get infected after a surgery?
There are always a chance of infection if you do not do what you are told to take care of the area where the surgery was done. If you do then you should not have any trouble
How long should it take to come out of anesthesia after a c-section?
It should not take very long at all. I do not know of a C-sections that there was a problem with the anesthesia. Just do what you are told after it is done and you will be OK
Is back surgery with diabetes advisable?
Even if your Mother had no diabetic problem there are always things to consider when having surgery no matter where it is at. Her Doctor has her best interest at heart. I do not READ MORE
Even if your Mother had no diabetic problem there are always things to consider when having surgery no matter where it is at. Her Doctor has her best interest at heart. I do not think any doctor would do any surgery with out looking at all of her health problems. If you have any fear about this ask the doctor doing the surgery all the questions you have now. They should have the answers for you.
What are the precautions for a diabetic patient going in for a knee surgery?
Talk to the Doctor who will do the surgery and ask every question you can think of and ask why he is willing to do surgery on your husband with him being a diabetic. The more you READ MORE
Talk to the Doctor who will do the surgery and ask every question you can think of and ask why he is willing to do surgery on your husband with him being a diabetic. The more you know the better you can take care of him now and after the surgery. You just pray and ask God for his help and everything will be OK
