Postoperative Infections Health Feed

Spinal surgery becomes inevitable when back pain cannot be managed with medications and/or exercise. This is a major decision and requires planning for many things before, during, and after the surgery.

Before a spinal surgery - This preparation will help in smooth recovery, especially if you do not have a full-time caretaker.

Discontinue pain killers: Discontinue pain killers at least 10 to 14 days before surgery. These are blood thinners and can prolong bleeding during the s...more

You probably think many more things can go wrong during a surgery as compared to after a surgery. However, you are wrong. The chances of infection after a surgery are very high and it used to be the highest cause of unsuccessful surgery in the past before it was known just how deadly an infection is. A doctor, however, cannot monitor everything afterwards. Therefore, it is crucial you know and take care after the surgery.

Here are some ways in which you can do so:

1. Keep it d...more

Hi, pls stop using fourderm cream. It is a steroid and can worsen fungal infection. Use micogel twice a day for 2 weeks. Please see a local dermatologist for further assessment if needed.

Fungal infections in the groin and buttocks are commonly referred to as ringworm, jock itch or tinea cruris. They occur when certain types of fungi, such as dermatophytes, grow and multiply in warm and moist areas of the body, like the groin.
Symptoms of a fungal infection in the groin may include:
red, itchy rash: the affected area often becomes red, itchy, and inflamed. The rash may have well-defined edges and small, raised blisters or scales.
Itching and burning: the rash can caus...more

Follow these herbal combination for complete cure
sootshekhar ras 1 tablet twice a day
gandhak rasayan avleh 10 gms twice a day
send your photos initially.

You need to continuously follow up with the doctor.
The medicines might have to be changed it it looks like the infection has become resistant to a particular drug. Fungal infections do take a few months to clear.
Regular follow up is important
can't comment on homeopathy as i'm not a homeopathy dr.

Hi dear friend.
I noted down your history and complaints.
As you said you have gastric issues and your hpylori is positive you should take treatment for that first before going towards homeopathy.
As per my own knowledge homeopathy takes much time to show its affect on the problem. My suggestion would be to take allopathy treatment first and be symptom free and then opt for homeopathy.
Thanks and regards.

Hello, stop everything just apply t bact oint only for 5 days. For further queries, please contact regards.

U can try this (do patch test first)
wash the affected skin two to three times a day.
Keep the affected area dry.
Avoid excess affected skin irritation by wearing 100% cotton underwear.
Avoid fabric softeners, bleaches, or harsh laundry detergents.
Wash your workout clothes, underwear, socks, and towels after each use.
Keep your affected area, inner thighs, and buttocks clean and dry, especially after you exercise and shower.
After showering or bathing, dry the irrita...more

Dear lybrate-user,
you should take anti fungal treatment after a proper consultation from a dermatologist. Treatment may continue for 3-4 months. Regular follow up is required and medicines are changed according to the improvement. It is difficult to comment on medicines without examining.
Thanks and regards.

Stop using both creams if you want to get rid of the infection. Fungal infections in the groin and buttocks are commonly referred to as ringworm, jock itch or tinea cruris. They occur when certain types of fungi, such as dermatophytes, grow and multiply in warm and moist areas of the body, like the groin.
Symptoms of a fungal infection in the groin may include:
red, itchy rash: the affected area often becomes red, itchy, and inflamed. The rash may have well-defined edges and small, raise...more

Hi. If you have fungal infection on the skin you will have itching, in case of uti you will have burning sensation in the urinary tract so take treatment accordingly.