Patient's question:
Gender: FemaleAge: 34
Medical History: 5 years of history with a cyst measuring 33 cm. On April 11, I had a stoma surgery at the hospital. The doctor said I have multiple cystic cavities. On the 13th, there was bleeding from the wound, and another debridement procedure was performed. During this period, I received intravenous fluids for anti-inflammation and wound compression to stop bleeding (my platelet count is normal, but my blood clotting function may not be good). I was discharged on the 19th, with twice daily sitz baths in the morning and evening, and a one-week course of cephalexin for anti-inflammation. The post-surgical swelling has not subsided, and there has been a continuous leakage of light-colored blood from the wound. The wound is still painful. The doctor said it's not a problem, but I am very worried, afraid the surgery failed. Is this situation normal? I would appreciate a quick response. Thank you very much! I also want to ask about the stoma surgery.
Doctor's answer:
Generally, the stoma opening can be completely closed within one to two weeks after surgery. If there is no fresh bleeding now, even with some pain, it is still acceptable.Recommendation: If you can undergo some corresponding physical therapy, it will promote the healing of the surgical wound. For example, using an infrared lamp to irradiate the wound area can improve local blood circulation, which is very beneficial for wound healing.
If you don’t have the conditions for such treatment, the simplest approach is to use three or four mugwort sticks (available at pharmacies), light them, tie them together, and fix them over the wound to steam the area. Keep a safe distance to avoid burns. You can also take Yunnan Baiyao capsules to help stop bleeding and relieve pain.
At night, you can use 25 grams of Epsom salt, 10 grams of poria, 10 grams of alisma, 10 grams of curcuma, 10 grams of sparganium, and 10 grams of persica. Grind them into powder, wrap them in clean gauze, and apply them to the wound area outside the vulva. Leave it on until morning, changing the gauze every night. This helps reduce swelling.
These ingredients can all be purchased at pharmacies. You can ask the pharmacist to grind them into powder, or you can use a blender at home if you have one.