Looking to see if this is the right type of recliner? My father is having CABG. I read people get recliners because it is easier to sleep in. Thanks.

Wondered how often you've come across a RSH, and if so, how often you've seen a surgical wash out required!

Freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen caused a wound. Later, the wound was hit and began to swell. After healing, an overgrowth developed. The doctor says it is a keloid scar. Can such a scar in this location of this diameter be surgically excised?

I have a catheter for 10days after surgery. Today i notice red blood flakes in the tube. Doc said to monitor but I am freaking out right now. Anyone have experience with this?

I was thinking about what would happen if someone was like stabbed outside a pub or club and what the deal would be with their makeup (ik weird thoughts, dont judge).

I'd assume it'd be a sanitation hazard but like what is the protocol for this?

Thanks in advance!

EDIT:

Thank you all for the very informative answers, appreciate yall

Can someone explain to me the types and risks of hiatal hernia repair surgery.

Hello,

I have an upcoming shoulder surgery. Ortho says I have a 3-4mm fracture on my glenoid from recent snowboard crash. Doc recommended surgery but says I can do PT instead but it increases my risk of arthritis. I live a very active lifestyle and wish to maintain that(workout 5 days a week, snowboard, etc). Doc says it would be an open shoulder surgery to put a plate it and that my recovery would be a long process. Anyone gone through anything similar? Anyone choose to do PT and have insight? Thanks!

Hello! 39F here. No prior surgeries or pregnancies or hospitalizations.

I don’t currently need surgery, but since I’ve had ovarian cysts in the past and my appendix could act up at any time, I would really like to stop worrying about this.

My concern specifically is the umbilical port…

It’s hard to even type this, but my navel is extremely sensitive and is an erogenous zone. It’s been both a source of great pleasure and deep shame throughout my life, which is why I’m hoping to get a serious answer here.

I’m concerned that if a trocar is placed through my navel, I will lose sensitivity there once it heals.

I worry my quality of life would be significantly impacted if I lost sensation, and would prefer my navel be left alone… I would risk open surgery for this or ask them to use a different site for the port, if that’s even possible. I don’t care about poor cosmesis at ALL because I already have faded stretch marks from gaining/losing weight.

My other concern is -HOW- to even address this with a surgeon. I don’t imagine this is a very common issue that pops up when considering risks and benefits. And, since I was a medical transcriptionist, I also worry about how this extremely personal information would be documented in my chart.

So- I would really appreciate insights about port placement and/or any advice on how to effectively communicate to a surgeon about all of this so I don’t humiliate myself further.

Thank you kindly!

Ok total civilian here, but how do you all manage bathroom breaks and scrubbing back in during really long surgeries? Is it a tap out kinda scenario or does the surgery stop and wait for your return?

Any interesting stories?

Had hip arthroscopy Monday, woke up to everything went well except a drill bit got stuck in your bone and it was better to keep it there. I get things happen beyond surgeons control, but my anxiety is through the roof. From what I’ve read this type of thing rarely causes a problem. I’m trying to see it as an extra anchor or screw in my hip. At my post op visit X-rays will be taken to make sure it hasn’t moved. Just need opinions, advice or calming affirmations at this point.

I am not a doctor, but I wanted to thank you guys for the work you do. I had a surgery the day after Christmas and I wanted to thank people who have to work right after the holidays. You guys are really awesome, thank you for making people like me better!

Hello - I picked up a hard copy of Schwartz’s Principles of Surgery and am wondering how to approach this book in the most effective way. Reading front to back? Picking interesting topics? Other book suggestions also appreciated. Thank you!

To the attendings and residents who are part of the applicant selection process, it seems like much of this is a game of chance. The average Step 2 at top 10 programs hovers around 258, while more middle of the pack places hovers around 252. Less than 1 SD in step performance variation... When looking at 1000 applications besides the obvious cut-off filters (Step 2 score, Step failures, academic/honor violations) what makes you throw the other 500 applications out? Seems like geographic preference is large as well as signals, but i'm having a hard time what differentiates someone. I personally have no need to match at a top 10 program, but it seems like the stats at great state university programs are not that far off, and it seems daunting trying to get your app noticed. The consensus is do aways rotations, have letters from people that matter, be normal, and pray a small prayer that whoever looks at your app that day had a good day. Anything else i should be mindful of?

Has anyone had a hip replacement secondary to arthritis or other issues concerning the procedure. Could you give a newbie some advice before/after the surgery that will be helpful? Thanks.

What surgeries can I look into to get this covered up to minimal to no appearance and have hair grow back on the affected spot?

Hi! My mother 56/F had an open appendectomy just last December 12. She had heavy hematomas around the incision but it seemed to be receding. Recently, we noticed that her surgical site was leaking dark brown fluid, kinda like old blood. It's just a small amount and doesn't even fill up a 2x2 gauze over 24 hours. Is this normal?

Last Wednesday I went to the ER for incredible pain in my stomach, after a CT it was determined I had a very pissed off Gallbladder which was removed on Thursday. After being home a few days I (and my apple watch) have noticed an increased respiration rate. I feel myself taking deep breaths more frequent and my breathing rate while sleeping is much higher as well. Likely related to the surgery? a complication? just coincidental and need to get some exercise?

I’ve recently been diagnosed with appendicitis, and my doctor suggested surgery as the best option

My 11-yo. is fascinated with medicine, to the point of studying A/P books since age 7. This year he asked for a suture practice kit to build his skills early. The kit we got came with some video instructions and we're all slowly muddling along but I thought it prudent to turn to experts who don't have a vested interest in selling silicon skin pads what you all think would be best practice for a youth keen on picking up some pointers.

Is there anything you wish you had known or done from an early age to prep you for your education and/or career?

Thanks in advance.

42 yo female with history of afib. Had a complex catheter ablation in Jan 2023 where the EP zapped an a-flutter plus afib.

Cut to a year later and I’m having weird runs of pre-syncope, short bursts of tachycardia, and long periodic bursts of PVCs.

So we did a 2nd ablation in Nov 2024 with the expectation that the flutter had returned. But no flutter was detected: only a branch of afib this may have regrown or may have been missed the first time.

So the EP said that upon my first ablation, he did about 120 burns. In the second ablation, he only had to do about 8.

My question: does a patient’s afib symptoms directly correlate to the number of required burns? Or can a person who only need 8 burns have lots of symptoms? Like basically, would the fact that there was less afib to ablate indicate that I should have had less intense symptoms?

I got a bunch of veins done 2 weeks ago - radio frequency ablation of both my saphenous veins and then some other injection procedure for two others. I have been extra healthy leading up to Xmas … and haven’t been able to lift weights for 2 weeks (which I thought might cause some temporary weight LOSS) but instead I’m up 5 lbs! Could this be from the vein ablation and injections? I’m confused! My caloric intake is DEFINITELY down from normal, I am certain of that. Maybe it has to do with stopping weight training? Which also is confusing to me… usually I weight a bit more when I’m lifting weights and when I stop I lose the 2-3 lbs.

Hey all, I (54M) am having AVR open heart surgery tomorrow morning. Looking for any tips or advice on how to best get through this. Pretty nervous although it seems like a straightforward procedure. Mostly worried about “pump-head” after bypass.

UPDATE - AVR open heart surgery “mini”-sternotomy on 12/26 took about four hours, extubation about three after that. 5 walks yesterday 12/28, and being discharged today Post Op Day 3! Incentive Spirometery getting up to about 1800ml. Had a brief run of Afib, converted quickly after some Amiodarone. Thanks all for your advice and help!