Is One Breast Enlarged and Softer? Possible Causes and When to See a Doctor
One side of the chest is enlarged? Originally, both sides of my chest felt equally firm and elastic. However, over the past two to three days, the right side has noticeably become softer and larger, although it is not painful and there are no lumps. Could this be related to my me...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Yu: 1. You should perform a self-examination after your menstrual period ends to check for any changes. If you notice any changes, it is advisable to seek an outpatient examination. 2. Chronic insomnia and staying up late can affect the balance of your endocrine system and m...[Read More] Is One Breast Enlarged and Softer? Possible Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Side Chest Pain: Is Papaya Drink the Cause?
Lateral chest pain? I started drinking green papaya and Four Herbs drink this month, and after reaching ovulation, my breasts began to feel swollen and painful. However, this time, as I approached my menstrual period, the pain in my breasts changed to a sharp pain. Is this the fi...
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Dear....: Hyperplasia of the mammary ducts can lead to breast tenderness and swelling. Please monitor for any lumps, but if you experience any unusual pain, you should seek an outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Side Chest Pain: Is Papaya Drink the Cause?
Understanding Breast Lumps: Are They Normal and Will They Disappear?
Chest mass or lump? When I was in the fourth and fifth grades of elementary school, I started to develop hard lumps in my breasts. At that time, a classmate told me it was normal because she had seen a doctor about it. Now that I am in my first year of college, the lumps in my br...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Xiaomi: 1. It should be breast tissue. 2. If there is a continuous increase in size or symptoms that affect daily living, it is recommended to seek outpatient examination and possibly surgical removal.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Are They Normal and Will They Disappear?
Can Thyroid Issues Cause Irregular Menstrual Cycles?
Can thyroid factors affect menstrual cycle irregularities? Hello, my menstrual cycle has changed to once every two months since June of last year, whereas it used to be regular. I went to a gynecologist for blood tests, and only my androgen levels were slightly elevated (0.74, wi...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Joyce: Thyroid abnormalities can sometimes lead to psychological and emotional changes, which may affect daily life. Additionally, they can occasionally influence hormonal changes in the body, but generally speaking, the impact is not significant.[Read More] Can Thyroid Issues Cause Irregular Menstrual Cycles?
Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Breast lump pain? Hello Doctor, I discovered a large fibroma in June of the year before last and followed my doctor's advice to have it removed. In early January of this year, I found another hard lump near the center of my left breast before my menstrual period. It occasion...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Iou: It could also be a fibroepithelial tumor or a fibrocystic change. If there are changes in size, it can be monitored; however, if there is a persistent increase in size or if symptoms occur, a consultation in the outpatient clinic is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Uneven Nipples and Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know at 19
One nipple is larger than the other, and there is a hard lump in the breast? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about something. I am around 19 years old and I have hard lumps in both of my breasts. The lumps are of the same size, but the nipples are of different sizes. This makes...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Abby: If there is asymmetry between the breasts or if you feel any suspicious lumps, please visit a breast surgery clinic for an examination. Changes in the breasts are related to growth and development as well as diet. It is advisable to avoid high-fat foods and maintain a ...[Read More] Uneven Nipples and Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know at 19
Understanding Breast Lumps: Definitions and Common Concerns
Definition of a lump? What is the definition of a breast lump? If I carefully palpate the nipple and apply pressure, I can feel something that resembles a tube; is that what it is? Or could it just be a blood vessel? Sometimes, when I palpate my armpit, it feels slightly painful,...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Ah Wei: Based on your description, there usually shouldn't be anything resembling a tube. However, if there is any enlargement, increase in quantity, or symptoms, it is advisable to seek an outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Definitions and Common Concerns
Understanding Nipple Wounds: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
There is a wound on the nipple? Tonight while taking a shower, I noticed a small sore on my nipple that stings. I researched online and found a condition called "Paget's disease," which has symptoms including sores on the nipple and itching around the breast (this ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Shih: Is there any eczema-like change around the areola? A simple nipple wound should not be "Paget's disease." If there are any concerns, I recommend an outpatient examination![Read More] Understanding Nipple Wounds: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Do Thyroid Nodules Require Further Testing? Insights from an Ultrasound Exam
Thyroid nodule Hello Director Zhou: During the physical examination, an ultrasound revealed three nodules on the right thyroid gland, each measuring 0.4 cm in diameter. Is there a need for further fine-needle aspiration biopsy? Thank you! Best regards.
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Mr. Yang: If there is no calcification and no enlargement, sometimes observation is sufficient.[Read More] Do Thyroid Nodules Require Further Testing? Insights from an Ultrasound Exam
Understanding Right Chest Discomfort: Thyroid Cancer Survivor's Concerns
There is sometimes a feeling of tightness or pain in the right chest during breathing? Since I discovered thyroid antibodies at the age of 18, I have been undergoing treatment without interruption. In 2011, I was diagnosed with a malignant papillary thyroid carcinoma after findin...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear WINI: The abnormal sensation in breathing does not seem to be related to the hard mass in the right pleura. Thyroid cancer can potentially metastasize to the lungs, and further examination can be conducted at the thyroid outpatient clinic. As for the hard mass in the right c...[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Discomfort: Thyroid Cancer Survivor's Concerns
Understanding Nipple Pain and Itching: Causes and Solutions
Nipple pruritus and pain? Hello, doctor. For the past couple of days, my nipples have been slightly painful and a bit itchy!
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Anonymous: Are there any eczema-like changes? The nipples may sometimes have invisible discharge, which can lead to accumulation, causing itching, pain, and even eczema inflammation. It is important to keep the area clean and dry. If symptoms persist, a consultation with a h...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Pain and Itching: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Breast Pain: Causes and Concerns for Women
Chest pain Hello doctor, my chest pain was limited to the week before my menstrual period a month ago, but recently I experience similar pain whenever I touch it. It also seems like my breasts have gotten a bit larger, and I occasionally have itching around the nipples. I'm ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Shelly: There may be an endocrine imbalance, as breast pain is often caused by hormonal changes, which can also lead to nipple symptoms. If the symptoms persist, a follow-up in the outpatient clinic is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain: Causes and Concerns for Women
Can ABVS Ultrasound Replace Mammography for Breast Monitoring?
Breast Automated Breast Volume Scanner (ABVS) Dear Dr. Zhou: Can the new breast ultrasound technology ABVS replace mammography? I have an adenoma and need to have an ultrasound every year, and a mammogram every two years. However, I often feel that the ultrasound is not thorough ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Ms. Lin: Regular follow-up primarily consists of alternating annual examinations with breast ultrasound and mammography. As for ABVS, it can replace breast ultrasound and mammography, but it is mainly more useful for patients who have undergone breast augmentation. The inter...[Read More] Can ABVS Ultrasound Replace Mammography for Breast Monitoring?
Can ABVS Ultrasound Replace Mammography for Breast Monitoring?
Regarding Abvs~ Dear Dr. Zhou, Can the new breast ultrasound technology, ABVS, replace mammography? I have an adenoma and need to have an ultrasound every year, and a mammogram every two years. However, I often feel that the ultrasound is not thorough enough due to operator vari...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Ms. Lin: Regular follow-up primarily involves alternating annual examinations with breast ultrasound and mammography. As for ABVS (Automated Breast Volume Scanner), it can replace breast ultrasound and mammography, but it is mainly more useful for patients with a history of ...[Read More] Can ABVS Ultrasound Replace Mammography for Breast Monitoring?
Understanding a Swollen Line in the Left Breast: What You Should Know
I felt a lump in my left breast? I have my period these days, and while showering, I noticed a swollen line on my left breast. It doesn't hurt when I touch it, it doesn't feel like a hard lump, and it doesn't move, but it looks like a swollen line. Is there any pro...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Ms. Wang: Sometimes it may be lymphadenopathy. Please monitor for any persistent changes. If there is a continuous increase in size or number, it is recommended to seek outpatient evaluation.[Read More] Understanding a Swollen Line in the Left Breast: What You Should Know
Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: When to Seek Medical Advice
Breast lump Hello, I am currently 15 years old and I would like to ask if it is normal to have hard lumps in both breasts? It seems that they have been there for a long time, and there is a bit of soreness when I press on the areas just inward from both nipples, which are in the ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Xiao Xiong: Most are fibroepithelial tumors, which typically enlarge before menstruation and decrease in size after menstruation. If there is an increase in size, a clinic examination is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Left Breast Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Next Steps
Left chest mass? In the past two days, I have been experiencing unexplained swelling and pain in my left chest. Upon palpation, there is only a sensation of pain. When I pinch it, I can feel a hard lump that seems to move. Should I be concerned that it might be a tumor?
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Xiao C: Pay attention to menstrual issues. Before or during menstruation, it is common to feel painful lumps, which usually decrease in size or disappear after menstruation ends. However, if they persist or do not decrease in size, a clinic examination may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Left Breast Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Next Steps
Understanding Nipple Discharge: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Nipple discharge Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about something. Last Saturday, during intimacy with my husband, I noticed white discharge from my right nipple (similar to a white and transparent pimple). I have been observing it for the past two days, and when I squeeze i...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Duck: It's generally normal, but if there are any blood-tinged or foul-smelling discharges, a clinic visit for examination is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Nipple Discharge: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Do I Need Surgery for a 4cm Thyroid Cyst?
A 4-centimeter cyst on the thyroid gland? A 4 cm thyroid cyst, does it require surgery?
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Lingling: 1. It is common for the thyroid gland to have cysts or nodules, and if they enlarge, aspiration may be performed for testing. 2. If there are recurrent occurrences (after aspiration) or if they continue to enlarge, surgical treatment may be necessary.[Read More] Do I Need Surgery for a 4cm Thyroid Cyst?
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Breast Fibroadenoma: What You Need to Know
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Breast Fibroadenoma (Follow-up Inquiry) Hello Dr. Zhou: I am Miss Li, who inquired about breast fibromas on January 6 and is considering surgical intervention. Thank you for taking the time to respond amidst your busy schedule! The minimally invasiv...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen reply Breast and Thyroid
Dear Ms. Li: It is possible to perform a partial resection of the tumor; however, there is still a chance that the patient may have malignancy. In fact, it is generally recommended to conduct a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis before determining the subsequent management.[Read More] Minimally Invasive Surgery for Breast Fibroadenoma: What You Need to Know