Understanding Underarm Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a sensation of tightness or discomfort in the armpit? Hello Dr. Wu: Recently, I've been feeling a tightness in my right armpit. My job requires me to raise my right arm frequently, and I'm not sure if it's due to overuse or some other reason. I feel someth...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsu, Hello, the sensation of "tightness under the right armpit" can have many causes, including excessive workload, axillary accessory breast tissue, or subcutaneous tumors such as lipomas, among others. You may consider consulting a general surgeon or a breas...[Read More] Understanding Underarm Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Loss of Sensation in the Left Breast: Causes and Concerns
Chest issues Hello Doctor: My mother is 50 years old and recently noticed a lack of sensation from her left armpit to the area between her left breast. According to her, one-third of her left breast has no feeling, while the right breast has normal sensation. What could be the ca...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss: Your mother's issue may require an examination by a neurologist, as it could be a neurological problem. Wishing you peace of mind! Dr. Wu Ching-Tang, Attending Surgeon, Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health.[Read More] Understanding Loss of Sensation in the Left Breast: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Chest Pain: When to See a Specialist for Thyroid Issues
What’s going on? Hello: Recently, I occasionally experience sharp pain in the area above my left chest, connecting to the armpit, and sometimes the pain radiates to my back. Which specialty should I consult? (P.S. I had an impact to the center of my chest from a bathtub over a de...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Hello, for conditions such as neuropathic pain or myofascial inflammation, it is common to consult orthopedic, neurology, or breast surgery specialists for further diagnosis. Wishing you peace and health! Dr. Wu Ching-Tang, Attending Surgeon, Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Healt...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to See a Specialist for Thyroid Issues
Understanding Breast Concerns: A Guide for Teens Facing Asymmetry and Pain
Breast issues Hello Dr. Wu: I am currently 16 years old. The shape of my right breast is different from my left breast! The right side is sunken, while the left side is protruding, but if I manipulate the right side, it can also become protruded! (After a while, it sinks back in ...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Little Sister: Based on your description, it is best to visit a hospital for a general surgery or breast surgery consultation for a more accurate assessment. Wishing you safety, Dr. Wu.[Read More] Understanding Breast Concerns: A Guide for Teens Facing Asymmetry and Pain
Unexplained Lump in Armpit: Could It Be a Sign of Breast Cancer?
Unexplained lump in the armpit? I would like to ask about a recent issue where I have been experiencing pain in my left armpit while wearing a bra. Initially, I thought it was due to the bra being too small, but later I discovered an unknown lump. Could this be a symptom of breas...
Dr. Yang Mingqi Reply:
Hello, internet user: If you feel any unexplained lumps in your breast or underarm, please seek a diagnosis from a general surgeon or a breast surgeon as soon as possible. Do not take it lightly or attempt to self-diagnose. Sincerely, Dr. Yang Ming-Chi, Surgeon.[Read More] Unexplained Lump in Armpit: Could It Be a Sign of Breast Cancer?
Understanding Small Growths on the Nipple During Pregnancy
There are two small flesh-colored nodules on the nipple? There are two small nodules less than 2mm protruding from my left nipple. Before I got pregnant, they were pink, but now that I am 6 weeks pregnant, I noticed that one of them has turned dark red. It hurts a bit when I touc...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
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Unexplained Breast Pain: Seeking Answers for Persistent Symptoms
Unable to find the cause? Hello. Last year, I discovered a hard lump near my armpit in my chest area. After examination, my gynecologist said it was an inflamed sebaceous gland. After taking the prescribed medication, the swelling would go down, but I continued to take the medica...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss, There is a hard lump near your armpit that becomes more painful about a week before your menstrual period. The lump is more pronounced when touched, approximately the size of a peanut. After your period, it becomes less noticeable, about the size of a red bean, and ma...[Read More] Unexplained Breast Pain: Seeking Answers for Persistent Symptoms
Understanding Breast Health: Common Concerns and Questions
Some issues related to the chest? I would like to ask the doctor: Breast cancer is said to present as a hard lump in the breast. For girls in their developmental stage, if there is a lump in the breast, is it considered dangerous? I have heard that it is also necessary to check t...
Dr. Yang Mingqi Reply:
Hello: 1. Most breast cancer presents as a hard lump, but some cases may exhibit other symptoms such as bloody or serous nipple discharge, nipple or breast retraction, and microcalcifications. 2. While most breast lumps are benign lesions, it is essential to have a diagnosis made...[Read More] Understanding Breast Health: Common Concerns and Questions
Do Breast Cancer Symptoms Persist? Understanding Signs and Risks
Will the symptoms of breast cancer persist? Last year, I had an ultrasound examination that revealed a benign tumor, and the doctor advised regular check-ups every six months. I would like to ask if the doctor can determine whether a tumor is benign or malignant based solely on t...
Dr. Yang Jinfa Reply:
Hello! The accuracy of ultrasound diagnosis is approximately 85%, so it is recommended to follow up every six months. If the shape and size of a benign tumor remain unchanged, it can be confirmed as benign. Otherwise, fine needle aspiration or biopsy may be necessary. Nipple retr...[Read More] Do Breast Cancer Symptoms Persist? Understanding Signs and Risks
Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Symptoms and Concerns
There is a lump in the left breast? Hello Dr. Wu: I have felt a hard lump in my left breast for about 5-6 years, while my right breast is normal. When I was younger, I didn't understand the situation and didn't see a doctor at that time. After my menstrual period, I not...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss Jessie, Your description indeed requires you to bravely consult a physician to determine your condition. The likelihood of a 30-year-old woman developing breast cancer without a family history is low, and the possibility of a benign breast tumor is quite high. This is ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Breast and Chest Symptoms: When to Seek Further Evaluation
There is a large swollen area near and below the clavicle, close to the upper left chest? I recently experienced numbness and tingling in my left arm and the left side of my body, along with some unusual sensations in my breast, so I visited a general surgeon at a local hospital....
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
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Understanding Breast and Thyroid Concerns: What Could That Lump Be?
I have a concern? I recently noticed a lump in my armpit, and when I squeezed it, there was some discharge. Could it just be inflammation? I want to know if it could be something like breast cancer... Thank you!
Dr. Yang Jinfa Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, your condition seems to be an inflammation of the hair follicles in the armpit. This phenomenon can recur and is not related to breast cancer. Please visit a clinic for a detailed evaluation. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Breast and Thyroid Concerns: What Could That Lump Be?
Understanding Breast Lumps: Painful Nodules and What They Mean
Lump I would like to ask, I have a hard lump in my breast that hurts when lightly pressed, and it has been persistent for several years. Additionally, I can now feel a lump in my armpit. I would like to consult a doctor if this could be a tumor?
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss Julia, Based on your description, it appears to be a tumor; however, there is no need to panic as it is likely a benign breast tumor. As for the hardness felt in the armpit, it may be a different condition. Nevertheless, it is advisable to have a visual examination, as...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Painful Nodules and What They Mean
Understanding Red, Swollen Lumps in the Armpit: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Red, swollen lump in the armpit? Hello doctor, for the past 2-3 months, I have developed red, swollen, and hard lumps under my left and right armpits that resemble peanuts. They are red and swollen, usually appearing in the morning, and take about one to two weeks to disappear. C...
Dr. Zhao Ming Reply:
Hello Xiaohong: 1. The condition you described is likely superficial folliculitis or hidradenitis. It commonly occurs in hot weather and is related to individual constitution. It is advisable to keep the underarm area clean and dry in daily life. 2. It is usually best to consult ...[Read More] Understanding Red, Swollen Lumps in the Armpit: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Breast and Axillary Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Advice
Occasional discomfort in the left axilla and left chest? Sometimes there is a lump under my left armpit that is a bit painful, but it can disappear at times and reappear at others. I also experience slight discomfort in my left breast, possibly related to my menstrual cycle. Asid...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
The lump in your left armpit may be what is referred to as "accessory breast tissue." The slight discomfort in your left breast is likely due to fibrocystic changes or neuralgia, both of which are generally not a cause for concern and can be monitored with regular follo...[Read More] Understanding Breast and Axillary Discomfort: When to Seek Medical Advice