Is Dr. Lin Still Seeing Patients? Check His Surgery Schedule
Consultation hours Recently, I have been unable to find the schedule for Dr. Lin's appointments. Could you please confirm if Dr. Lin is currently not seeing patients? Is he still seeing patients at Xinying Hospital on Tuesday afternoons?
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Hello, the director will likely be seeing patients this Thursday, May 29. You can call 2200055-2110 on Thursday morning to confirm before coming to the hospital, to avoid making a trip for nothing. Additionally, due to SARS and the risk of cross-infection between hospitals, the o...[Read More] Is Dr. Lin Still Seeing Patients? Check His Surgery Schedule
Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Worry and When to Relax
Breast lump Dear Director: About seven or eight years ago, I discovered a tumor on my left upper arm, which was diagnosed as a malignant pilomatricoma after a biopsy. After thorough excision and follow-up, my doctor informed me that I was healthy and did not need further monitori...
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Dear user, due to your history of malignant skin tumors, it is advisable for you to visit a breast surgery clinic for a differential diagnosis by a specialist to ensure your health.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Worry and When to Relax
Should My Friend Get a Breast Biopsy for a Lump? Expert Advice Needed
Is a biopsy of the left breast necessary? Hello, doctor. I have a female friend who is about 26 years old (she started menstruating around 13 or 14). She is unmarried and has discovered a hard lump in her left breast. She has consulted both China Medical University Hospital and C...
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Director Lin Shui-long of Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, responded: Hello, Xiao Ming. Generally, when a physician diagnoses a condition similar to a malignant tumor, they will recommend an immediate biopsy. If it is confirmed to be malignant, a radical surgery will be per...[Read More] Should My Friend Get a Breast Biopsy for a Lump? Expert Advice Needed
Finding Bariatric Surgery Options and Costs in Tainan
Surgery I previously consulted a nutritionist regarding some obesity issues, and the doctor recommended surgery. I would like to ask which hospital in Tainan performs gastric sleeve surgery and what the approximate costs are.
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Director Lin Shui-long of Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, responded: Hello Ah-Hua, currently there is no specialized hospital in Tainan performing this type of surgery. In Taiwan, the most specialized facility is En Chu Kong Hospital in New Taipei City, where Dr. Li Wei-ji...[Read More] Finding Bariatric Surgery Options and Costs in Tainan
Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Do They Disappear and Vitamin Safety?
Fibrocystic changes Doctor, I was previously diagnosed with a fibrocystic condition. I would like to know if fibrocystic changes can disappear. Additionally, I have a habit of taking vitamins; is it safe for me to take Centrum or propolis? Thank you!
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Fibroadenomas, once diagnosed, typically do not disappear unless treated surgically. The use of vitamins such as Centrum or propolis has no direct relation to fibroadenomas. All vitamins should be taken in appropriate and adequate amounts. It is recommended that you have regular ...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Do They Disappear and Vitamin Safety?
Understanding Enlarged Nipples in Males: Causes and Solutions
Nipple I would like to ask why my nipples and areolas have been significantly larger than those of typical boys since middle school. This issue has been bothering me, especially during the summer when I feel embarrassed to go swimming. Are there any treatment options available?
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It is currently recommended that you seek further consultation with an orthopedic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Nipples in Males: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Unusual Breast Symptoms: Itching and Skin Changes Explained
Unusual Breast Issues Hello, doctor. Nine years ago, I suddenly felt an itch on the outer side of my breast. Unconsciously, I scratched it, and after a while, I noticed that the skin in that area became rough, slightly broken, and formed a patch of brownish skin. I ignored it, an...
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Dear user, I am unsure whether the condition of your breast skin is unilateral or bilateral. I recommend that you visit a breast surgery clinic for further differential diagnosis to avoid any delays in your condition and to alleviate your concerns.[Read More] Understanding Unusual Breast Symptoms: Itching and Skin Changes Explained
Understanding Breast Lumps: Fibrocystic Changes or Something Else?
I'm sorry, but I need more context or content Hello, doctor. I have noticed a movable, round hard lump under my left breast. Could this be a fibrocystic change? Additionally, there is an elongated hard lump on the outer side of my right breast that becomes tender and swollen...
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It is still recommended that you visit a hospital to see a breast specialist for a detailed examination. Based on your description, there may be a tumor on the outer side of the right breast, and there may also be breast tissue below the left breast. Therefore, further examinatio...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Fibrocystic Changes or Something Else?
Understanding Breast Tumors: Causes, Pain Management, and Treatment Options
Breast pain I have already been examined, and there is a tumor in my breast. The doctor said it is neither a fibroadenoma nor breast cancer, and I just need to go to the hospital for regular check-ups. However, sometimes it hurts, and I am very worried. Why is there a tumor, and ...
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In general, to eliminate a breast tumor, surgical removal is the primary method. When faced with a breast tumor that shows abnormal cell proliferation (which could indicate breast cancer or a benign condition), doctors typically recommend surgical excision. Aside from that, most ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Tumors: Causes, Pain Management, and Treatment Options
Understanding the Impact of Hyperventilation on Brain Health
Respiration Thank you, doctor. I would like to ask about the effects of prolonged hyperventilation, which has made my blood alkaline for over a month. How severe is the damage to the brain? Additionally, I often wake up after experiencing extreme hypoxia due to my breathing stopp...
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Dr. Hsün-Cheng Chang from Tainan Hospital of the Department of Health responded that human brain cells fully develop after a certain age and stop growing, subsequently dying off at a rate of hundreds to thousands each day. Fortunately, even with this rate of cell death, we have e...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Hyperventilation on Brain Health
Understanding Breathing Issues: Managing Anxiety and Its Effects on Respiratory Health
Respiration Doctor, I may have developed mild obsessive-compulsive disorder, as I have been unable to control my deep breathing every moment since last month. As a result, I have been experiencing dizziness and headaches throughout the day. I am unsure if this has caused my respi...
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(Dated: December 5, 2001) Dear user, thank you for visiting Taiwan e-Hospital. Based on the symptoms you described, such as continuous hyperventilation leading to headaches, dizziness, and numbness in the teeth, eventually resulting in an unconscious urge to hold your breath unti...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues: Managing Anxiety and Its Effects on Respiratory Health
Understanding Lipomas: What You Need to Know About This Common Condition
Could you please provide more details about your questions regarding lipomas? What is a lipoma? My sister has a hard lump on the right side of her chest (which she has had since her student days, and she is now 26 years old). After undergoing an examination, it was diagnosed as a...
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(1) May I ask what the background of the physician you are looking for is? Are they a breast surgeon or a general surgeon, and what type of examination are you referring to? Is it a mammogram with a 2% index, an ultrasound examination, or a breast imaging study? (2) According to ...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: What You Need to Know About This Common Condition
Understanding Accessory Breasts: Causes, Effects, and Resources
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? I have a hard lump under my left armpit, and the doctor said it is an accessory breast. Where can I find information about accessory breasts, and what are the potential implications?
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Accessory breasts are generally considered to be a localized proliferation of breast tissue and are benign. Intervention is only necessary in three situations: 1. When the accessory breast continues to grow, raising suspicion of other tumors; 2. The occurrence of complications, s...[Read More] Understanding Accessory Breasts: Causes, Effects, and Resources
Understanding Nipple Reconstruction: Health Implications and Options
Nipple reconstruction Last year, during a breast examination, the doctor found something resembling a fibroadenoma. A fine needle aspiration biopsy was performed, and an ultrasound showed that it was not malignant. The doctor mentioned it might just be a cyst and recommended cont...
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Inverted nipples that have been present since childhood often do not indicate any pathological conditions. There is no clinical evidence suggesting that they are prone to causing duct obstruction, and if there are no symptoms, no treatment is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Nipple Reconstruction: Health Implications and Options
Understanding Inverted Nipples and Breast Concerns: What You Need to Know
excuse me? I feel like my inverted nipple has been this way since I was very young. My breasts are also uneven, one larger than the other. During development, one side was hit by a ball, and it hurt a lot. Could that have caused some effects? I also feel lumps, so does this mean ...
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Breast size varies among individuals; some may develop a size 32 while others may reach a size 36. During development, external factors can cause one breast to be smaller than the other, which is not uncommon. If individuals are concerned, it is recommended to visit a breast spec...[Read More] Understanding Inverted Nipples and Breast Concerns: What You Need to Know
Post-Surgery Concerns for Stage 2A Breast Cancer Patients
Post-operative considerations after breast cancer surgery? Breast cancer stage 2A, surgery date: July 20, 1989 (left side, partial mastectomy, lymph nodes excised). The patient has undergone chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Currently, there is a sensation of temperature differ...
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For breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy, temperature measurement assessment is not a primary focus. You mentioned that your bilateral temperatures are different; is this based on your perception or the measurement results? If you are concerned, yo...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Stage 2A Breast Cancer Patients
Post-Surgery: How to Differentiate Scar Tissue from Tumor Recurrence
Post-surgery Doctor, I previously had a benign tumor in my breast that was surgically removed. Due to scarring, it still feels hard to the touch. In the future, when performing self-examinations, how can I distinguish between the scar tissue and a recurrence of a hard lump? Is it...
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In general, the surgical wound scab is in a fixed position and will gradually soften over time. Of course, there is also a possibility that new cysts may develop beneath the scabbed area. Given your age, it is recommended to follow up with a breast surgeon annually or to perform ...[Read More] Post-Surgery: How to Differentiate Scar Tissue from Tumor Recurrence
Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Worry and What to Expect
The lifelong relationship between doctors and patients? A few days ago, I discovered a small movable lump on the right side of my breast. Today, I went to National Taiwan University Hospital for an examination, and the doctor said it should be benign. However, he didn't expl...
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Hello, if you are looking for a breast specialist, you should be able to trust their diagnosis. (1) Generally, the symptoms of breast cancer include: eczema-like skin changes or unusual discharge from the nipple, asymmetry in size or height between the breasts or nipples, retract...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: When to Worry and What to Expect
Post-Surgery Recovery: Addressing Pain, Nutrition, and Exercise After Tumor Removal
Postoperative Dear Dr. Lin, On April 17, I underwent a benign breast tumor excision surgery at your hospital, performed by Dr. Liu Rongzhan. It has been over a month since the surgery, and I have noticed that the muscles near the incision site feel hard. I also frequently experi...
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The hardness of the muscles near the wound is a phenomenon of tissue scarring during the healing process, which varies among individuals and typically takes about 2-3 months to gradually recover. As for the internal stabbing pain in the breast, it may be due to the wound or possi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Addressing Pain, Nutrition, and Exercise After Tumor Removal
Post-Hernia Surgery Discomfort: Is It Normal and When to Seek Help?
Hernia complications? Hello Doctor, I had surgery for a left-sided hernia during the summer two years ago. Since then, whenever I engage in work or activities that increase abdominal pressure, I feel a pulling discomfort at the surgical site. I have to press on the area with my h...
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First, it is recommended that you visit a hospital to confirm whether your hernia has recurred or to consider potential postoperative complications. However, it is still advised to avoid vigorous activities in your daily life.[Read More] Post-Hernia Surgery Discomfort: Is It Normal and When to Seek Help?