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Dr. David C. Folkers, M.D.
Surgeon
Dr. David Folkers is a general surgeon practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Folkers specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the abdomen, colon, breast, and thyroid. This includes procedures to repair hernias, treat gallstones, treat diverticulitis, remove colon, breast, and thyroid cancers.
34 years
Experience
Dr. David C. Folkers, M.D.
- Austin, TX
- Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks
- Accepting new patients
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How long is recovery from a kidney transplant?
Depends on whether you are the donor or the recipient.Recipients are using walking in 1-2 days.Donors are walking at 3-4 days.No one lifts more than 10 lbs for 6 weeks.
What foods to avoid after gallbladder removal?
I recommend avoiding fatty foods (fried foods, butter, cream, ranch dressing, and cheese) forat least 7 days after gallbladder removal.
How long is recovery after thyroid surgery?
Most Thyroid cases are day surgery, and you can be home on the same day as the procedure. There maybe a few days restrictions from strenuous work. Most people return to usual state READ MORE
Most Thyroid cases are day surgery, and you can be home on the same day as the procedure. There maybe a few days restrictions from strenuous work. Most people return to usual state of health within a week.
How long does a colonoscopy take with general anesthesia?
Colonoscopy should not require general anesthesia. Simple IV sedation is most common.The procedure takes between 20- 45 minutes depending on the prep quality, the anatomy,and whether READ MORE
Colonoscopy should not require general anesthesia. Simple IV sedation is most common.The procedure takes between 20- 45 minutes depending on the prep quality, the anatomy,and whether polyps need to be removed.
How long after the liver biopsy I will get results?
Two to five days depending on the number and complexity of stains required in reviewing the tissue.
How painful is a colonoscopy?
The scope used for colonoscopy- the colonoscope, is thin and flexible. The discomfort felt duringcolonoscopy is usually from gas distention of the colon used to visualize the colon READ MORE
The scope used for colonoscopy- the colonoscope, is thin and flexible. The discomfort felt duringcolonoscopy is usually from gas distention of the colon used to visualize the colon walls. Sedation is usually given to decrease or eliminate this discomfort.
Should I have surgery for enlarged prostate?
Only after trying several medications to relive symptoms.
Does appendicitis pain require surgery?
All appendicitis cases require treatment - some surgical, some medical only with antibiotics.It is not just for the pain, but for the infection around the appendix.
When can I drink alcohol after gallbladder surgery?
A patient can have alcohol 24hrs after anesthesia - as long as they are not taking pain medication.
What is the most common treatment for gallstones?
By far the most common treatment is removal of the gallbladder and stones - viaan operation. The procedure is nearly always done laparoscopically in the USA.
When should a pediatric inguinal hernia be repaired?
Except when there are other medical issues making anesthesia unwise, hernias should be repaired within a few months of their diagnosis.
What is a good position to sleep after hernia surgery?
Positioning after hernia repair is based on comfort only. It will have no impact on healing or outcome. Usually, it feels best not to put pressure on the incision sites.
Does this look infected?
That incision does NOT look infected.It could use moisturizer
including white lotion or Neosporin.
including white lotion or Neosporin.
What is the success rate of inguinal hernia surgery?
Depending on technique- open vs. Robotic approach, inguinal hernia repair is very successful. About 97% of the repairs are still intact 5 years after the procedure.
Perianal abscess wound
At this point in recovery, there is a real possibility of an anal fistula. These are ongoing connections between the anal canal and the skin. Other wound-healing issues can be READ MORE
At this point in recovery, there is a real possibility of an anal fistula. These are ongoing connections between the anal canal and the skin. Other wound-healing issues can be caused by foreign bodies, infection, smoking, or malnutrition.
Can you repair a hernia without mesh?
Hernias can be repaired without mesh, but the risk of them recurring (coming back)rises considerably. All incisional hernias on adults should include some form of mesh in their READ MORE
Hernias can be repaired without mesh, but the risk of them recurring
(coming back)rises considerably. All incisional hernias on adults
should include some form of mesh in their repair.
(coming back)rises considerably. All incisional hernias on adults
should include some form of mesh in their repair.
Symptoms following bilateral inguinal hernia surgery?
After inguinal hernia repair, there are many reasons for a full feeling of inflamed regions. Most common is simply the incision healing - which takes 8 weeks. Second is the body's READ MORE
After inguinal hernia repair, there are many reasons for a full feeling of inflamed regions. Most common is simply the incision healing - which takes 8 weeks. Second is the body's expected reaction to mesh which also takes several weeks to resolve. Lastly, is a small seroma/hematoma- near the prior hernia sac. These are benign fluid collections that slowly resolve in the first two months.
Is it OK to sleep on your side after inguinal hernia surgery?
It is absolutely OK to sleep on the side of an inguinal hernia, before and after repair. Depending on the technique used, there may or may not be an incision in that region.
Post surgery?
Should be able to use CPAP if there were no bleeding complications. You may not require CPAP once your swelling resolves, given the "extra" tissue resected.
Complication after c section?
I suspect the fluid collection will require drainage- either percutaneously (with a needle) or more likely an incision thru part of the recent C-Section wound. In terms of cause, READ MORE
I suspect the fluid collection will require drainage- either percutaneously (with a needle) or more likely an incision thru part of the recent C-Section wound. In terms of cause, I am not sure what "immunity" means. Post-op seromas and abscesses are quite common.
