Dr. Chen Junyi reply Oncology Question - Page 2

Pituitary endocrine deficiency Dr. Chen, I have had hypothyroidism since childhood, which is due to a problem with my pituitary gland. I read an article stating that the pituitary gland is the central hub of the body's endocrine system, and its dysfunction can lead to endocr...

For a patient with stage IVa hypopharyngeal cancer undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy (CCRT) who has developed suspicious pulmonary nodules on a CT scan, the next steps in management should include: 1. **Further Imaging**: Consider additional imaging studies, such as a PET ...

CA125 index Hello, I have uterine fibroids. Will my menstrual cycle affect the CA-125 levels?

My mother has a tumor on her back? Dear Dr. Chen, I apologize for bothering you, and I appreciate all your hard work! About seven or eight years ago, my mother discovered a lump on her back and was seen by an oncologist at Ho Shin Hospital. The doctor informed her that surgery w...

Regarding treatment options for prostate cancer: Regarding prostate cancer treatment options for my father, who is 70 years old with no cardiovascular disease or diabetes, he underwent a biopsy in July 2010, which resulted in T2bN0M0 and a Gleason score of 7. We hope to minimize ...

Could you please clarify what specific information you are seeking regarding blood tests? The blood cancer marker for liver cancer was over 500 during the May check-up (indicating metastasis from colon cancer to the liver), then it rose to 4800 during the June check-up (which was...

Fear of developing cancer? Doctor, may I ask you a question? I am currently in the third year of junior high school and have been smoking for about three to four months. Recently, I have noticed a few things: 1. I have been coughing frequently. On August 10th, around midnight, I ...

Blood test? My father has metastatic colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver. Initially, in November of last year, his cancer marker was only 3. Since then, he has undergone three surgeries for colorectal cancer and has not had the opportunity for chemotherapy, resulting i...

Stage II Esophageal Cancer Hello Dr. Chen: My father was hospitalized on July 22 for in-depth examinations and was diagnosed with stage II esophageal cancer without metastasis to other areas. The doctor has recommended surgical treatment. I would like to ask: 1. What is the progn...

Breast cancer treatment Dear Doctor: For a patient with stage 0 carcinoma in situ (tumor size 3 cm, postoperative lymph node involvement less than 1%, chromosomal abnormalities 1-9%) who has undergone a total mastectomy, is there still a need for further treatment (such as 5 year...

Cerebral hemangioblastoma 1. The diagnosis of "cerebral hemangioblastoma" is not classified under cerebrovascular diseases (codes 430-438) as published by the Department of Health, Executive Yuan. 2. If cerebral hemangioblastoma is not considered a cerebrovascular dise...

There is a 2-centimeter hard lump on the thigh? Hello, I have a hard lump on my thigh that is causing some discomfort. Could it be a tumor? I visited a dermatologist today, and the doctor mentioned that the pain indicates it is not a tumor and advised me to apply medication. Is i...

Chemotherapy Hello Dr. Chen, is it common for patients with rectal cancer who undergo radiation therapy and chemotherapy to experience diarrhea? Does L-Glutamine have any benefits for chemotherapy patients? Thank you, Little Old Man.

The life expectancy of a patient with stage IIIB squamous cell lung carcinoma can vary significantly based on several factors, including the patient's overall health, response to treatment, and specific characteristics of the cancer. Generally, stage IIIB lung cancer is cons...

Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to request your assistance? Hello Dr. Chen: Recently, while washing my hair, I suddenly discovered an unfamiliar lump about the size of a ten-dollar coin, which is round and raised. It is not painful when I press on it with my fingers, and I have not ...

Issues in the Staging of Renal Tumors Hello, a month ago during a health check-up, an ultrasound revealed a tumor in the kidney measuring approximately 3 centimeters. There have been no symptoms such as hematuria or pain, and I am currently undergoing further evaluation. I search...

Do I have a chance of getting cancer? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask if I have a chance of developing cancer under the following conditions: 1. Neither my parents nor my grandparents have had cancer. 2. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, have a regular daily routine, but I exe...

What is a malignant tumor of the mandible? What is a malignant tumor of the mandible? Are there many clinical cases? What are the causes of its formation? If it metastasizes to the lymph nodes, how should it be treated?

Gastric cancer chemotherapy Hello Dr. Chen, my mother was diagnosed with stage 4 gastric cancer with ovarian metastasis in July of last year (it has spread to the diaphragm). During surgery, only the ovary was removed, and a gastric bypass was performed. Chemotherapy started in m...

Is it considered negligence if a patient dies three months after undergoing surgery for liver cancer? The rapid spread of the situation raises the question: was the patient's passing an unforeseen error or a human oversight? Prior to the surgery, blood tests for liver functi...