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Medical Conditions - Post Surgical Bleeding

Post-surgical bleeding is a general complication after any surgery. Depending on the hemorrhage time, it is of three types: primary, reactive, and secondary. Primary bleeding occurs in the intra-operative period itself, whereas reactive bleeding befalls within the next 24 hours after an operation. If the bleeding occurs post-operatively after seven to ten days, it is called secondary bleeding. Direct pressure to the bleeding site, imaging to sort the spot, immediate blood transfusion, and, if required, reoperation are the ways of managing post-surgical bleeding.

All post surgical-bleeding Q&A

How can I manage bleeding after pilonidal surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As a matter of fact, the worst thing of pilonidal sinus is that it can be repeated after treatment including surgery.

Should I worry about bleeding during pilonidal cyst recovery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen both attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). Unfortunately, this hole has reappeared.

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I coughed up blood twice after tonsillectomy surgery. Is this a concerning issue?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is very common to have small bleeds or clots in the sputum post-tonsillectomy. There is nothing that you need to worry about.

I have been bleeding post-C-section after 25 days. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. After a cesarean section, it is normal to experience some bleeding, known as lochia, for several weeks.

Should I be concerned about the bleeding in my husband's forehead, which had stitches done three years ago?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can understand your genuine health concerns. Yes, there may be wound infection in this way.

Mom bleeding after vestibuloplasty. Stop it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your situation. Bleeding after vestibuloplasty or any oral surgical procedure is normal for the next two hours.

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I am bleeding after four days of tonsillectomy. How to manage?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Bleeding after tonsillectomy is one of the most common complications. What you should do immediately is have some ice creams.

Could stress cause post-hysterectomy bleeding?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Post-hysterectomy bleeding could be as a result of infection or breakdown of the vault following sexual activity.

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