Understanding Lumps in the Armpits: When to Seek Medical Attention
Several hard lumps in both armpits? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I suddenly noticed lumps in my armpit (two on the left side, about 1 cm each; on the right side, when I raise my arm, there are about five lumps of varying sizes, ranging from 0.3 to 1 cm, forming a chain). They ar...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
Based on the symptoms you've described, it seems more like bilateral axillary lymphadenopathy. However, I recommend that you visit a specialist for a thorough examination.[Read More] Understanding Lumps in the Armpits: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Breast and Axillary Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Nipple and axilla Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old male. Two years ago, I experienced a warm, prickly sensation in my left armpit and consulted a surgeon, who performed a breast ultrasound. The results showed that both my breast and armpit were normal, and the symptoms later disa...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
It is unlikely that the lymphadenopathy is the issue; it seems more like a subcutaneous infection. I still recommend that you see a dermatologist.[Read More] Understanding Breast and Axillary Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breast and Axillary Issues: Common Concerns Explained
Breast issues, swollen lymph nodes in the armpit? 1. It is normal to have a whitish, acne-like substance when expressing the nipples. 2. If the left armpit is noticeably more swollen than the right and feels soft to the touch, it could be accessory breast tissue. Please consult...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
The white powdery substance on the nipple is likely normal, while the swelling in the armpit may be due to accessory breast tissue. However, it is still recommended that you consult a breast specialist.[Read More] Understanding Breast and Axillary Issues: Common Concerns Explained
Understanding Breast Cancer Staging and Hormonal Therapy Options
Breast issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a recent biopsy that revealed a 0.7 cm malignant tumor in my right breast. I am currently undergoing hormone therapy. I was previously a breast cancer patient, with the original cancer located in the left breast axilla, and i...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
Based on the information you provided, it may still be necessary for you to return to the original hospital for staging, as there is a lot of data that has not been reviewed.[Read More] Understanding Breast Cancer Staging and Hormonal Therapy Options
Understanding Breast Ultrasound Reports: Insights from Two Hospitals
I can't understand the results of the examination reports from two hospitals? Hello, doctor! Good morning! This is the report from the ultrasound breast examination conducted at National Taiwan University and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital two to three months ago. I would like...
Dr. Yuan Tianmin Reply:
1. The BI-RADS system is used to assess the malignancy of breast tumors based on imaging. BI-RADS-1 indicates no abnormalities, BI-RADS-2 indicates benign tumors, BI-RADS-3 suggests a probably benign tumor that requires short-term follow-up, and BI-RADS-4 and 5 indicate a high li...[Read More] Understanding Breast Ultrasound Reports: Insights from Two Hospitals
Understanding Lymphadenitis and Breast Lumps: Causes and Treatment Options
Breast lump lymphadenitis Hello Dr. Wu: At the end of June this year, while taking a shower, I discovered a hard lump near the inner side of my left breast, adjacent to the areola. It was irregularly shaped and painful to the touch. I visited a breast surgeon, and the doctor pe...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
1. Breast swelling and pain can occur due to hormonal fluctuations before and after menstruation. Treatment can be based on symptoms, and if there are concerns about lumps, it is advisable to follow up in an outpatient clinic. 2. Breast inflammation sometimes does not have a sp...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenitis and Breast Lumps: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Pain, Swelling, and Concerns
Axillary lymph nodes Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing pain under my left armpit. It feels swollen when I touch it, and there's a dull, warm pain even when I'm not pressing on it. Pressing on it also causes pain, and it feels like something is swollen t...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
Cancer can potentially metastasize to the lymph nodes, but isolated tenderness in the armpit does not necessarily indicate a lymph node issue. Even if the lymph nodes are enlarged, it does not automatically mean cancer, and the likelihood is low. If you are concerned, you can vis...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Pain, Swelling, and Concerns
Nutrition Tips for Stage II Breast Cancer: What to Eat Before and During Chemotherapy
For stage II breast cancer, what dietary recommendations should be followed? My mother went to see the results of her breast biopsy today, and the doctor said that cancer cells have spread to the axillary lymph nodes. The doctor recommended that she undergo chemotherapy first bef...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
Based on the consultation with our nutritionist, the recommendations are as follows: 1. It is advised to avoid saturated fats and high-fat foods. This includes animal fats and skin, as well as fried and processed foods that are high in fat content. Most restaurant meals are oft...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Stage II Breast Cancer: What to Eat Before and During Chemotherapy
Understanding Armpit Pain: Causes and Concerns Beyond Breast Cancer
Axillary pain? Hello doctor, what could be the reason for persistent pain in my armpit (it only hurts when pressed)? However, when I press carefully, I don't feel any swollen lymph nodes. Sometimes it feels better and doesn't hurt, but at other times it does hurt. I res...
Dr. Wu Jianting Reply:
1. Male breast cancer does exist, but the probability is very low, so there is no need for excessive concern. 2. Axillary pain is not necessarily related to the breast; it may also originate from the muscles or nerves around the axilla. The key focus should be on whether a lump...[Read More] Understanding Armpit Pain: Causes and Concerns Beyond Breast Cancer
Understanding Accessory Nipples: What You Need to Know
Breast issues I have a growth under my left breast that looks like a nipple. I went to see a doctor, and they said it is a supernumerary nipple. Is that what it is?
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Sister: It should be if it resembles the appearance. Accessory breast tissue typically extends from the axilla inward, towards the areola and nipple, and then vertically down to the lower abdomen; this entire pathway is possible.[Read More] Understanding Accessory Nipples: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Family Risk Factors
Breast cancer report + child's examination issues? Hello, about a month ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Two weeks ago, I underwent a left modified radical mastectomy at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. I have now received a pathology report, and when I asked my doctor, ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Ms. Chien: 1. For Stage III C, which is classified as locally advanced breast cancer, there is a high likelihood of metastasis. Chemotherapy is necessary, and the tumor size ranges from 2 to 5 cm, with lymph node involvement exceeding 10 nodes. However, I have not seen any ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Family Risk Factors
Understanding Axillary Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Treatment
Axillary swelling? Thank you for your previous response, doctor. I have noticed swelling in my armpit that is not visible externally. You mentioned it could be accessory breast tissue, but I have not had this in past examinations. Is it possible for it to develop now? Do you have...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: There is a larger lump under your right armpit, and a smaller one under your left armpit. Generally, both sides have tissue that is mostly accessory breast tissue, but you mentioned that there is no obvious lump on the surface; it may be located deeper in the armpit. Lymph...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lumps: Causes and When to Seek Treatment
Understanding Breast Sensitivity: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Pressing on the breast may cause a sensation of itching? Hello, I have been experiencing a deep pressure sensation in my right breast (specifically on the sternum) accompanied by a very sensitive itching feeling inside (not on the surface). Could this be a breast issue? I have un...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: Sometimes it is a sensory nerve issue, not a problem with the breast itself. Everyone has axillary lymph nodes; as long as they do not become hard or enlarged, regular check-ups are sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Breast Sensitivity: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Axillary Lymph Node Enlargement: What You Need to Know
Axillary swelling? A month ago, during a routine breast examination, multiple lumps were found in both breasts. This time, the ultrasound examination revealed an enlarged lymph node in the right axilla measuring approximately 1.1 cm. The doctor mentioned that there is a 90% chanc...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Hello, Ms. Sakura: The axillary aspiration revealed breast tissue, which may indicate accessory breast tissue. However, lymph nodes and accessory breast tissue can usually be distinguished better on ultrasound, so the physician considers it to be uncommon. Follow-up in the outpat...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lymph Node Enlargement: What You Need to Know
Understanding Potential Breast Cancer Recurrence and Bone Metastasis
Does breast cancer recur and metastasize? Dear Director Zhou, My mother was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer in August 2008. She underwent surgery to remove her breast and axillary lymph nodes, followed by six rounds of chemotherapy and 35 sessions of radiation therapy. Ac...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Shin, 1. Bone metastases from breast cancer primarily occur in the so-called axial skeleton, which includes the skull, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae, the ribs, pelvis, and hip joints. 2. If there is unfortunate metastasis to the skull, the current treatment rema...[Read More] Understanding Potential Breast Cancer Recurrence and Bone Metastasis
Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Symptoms and Concerns
Breast lump? Hello doctor, four years ago I experienced sharp pain in both breasts and consulted a physician who performed an ultrasound, which was normal. I would like to ask about the hard areas I feel when I lie down and palpate my breasts in a clockwise direction; they feel q...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Xiao Bu, 1. Lymph nodes are generally not palpable; those that can be felt are mostly due to infections. However, if there are lymph nodes in the axillary and groin regions, it is advisable to seek further examination at an outpatient clinic to rule out any lymphatic tumors...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know About Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Breast Inflammation: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Mastitis Hello Doctor: After my menstrual period started, I noticed that only my right breast has reduced swelling, while my left breast remains swollen and painful. (There is no fever, and there is no redness or heat.) I visited a breast surgeon on Monday, and after a physical e...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Hello, the symptoms are mostly caused by hormonal imbalances in the body. If there is no fever and no redness or swelling in the breasts, symptomatic treatment is sufficient (pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications). In addition to medication, it is important to pay atte...[Read More] Understanding Breast Inflammation: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer: Pain Management and Osteoporosis Prevention
Postoperative Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer Hello, Doctor: Thank you very much for your thorough response last time. I have a few more questions to ask you. (1) Postoperative pain is a common complication after breast cancer surgery, especially in patients who have undergone...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Daisy, 1. Use a hot water bottle or heating pad for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30 to 60 minutes. This can be repeated, but if symptoms worsen, you should stop. 2. Joint exercises should include shoulder joint exercises, chest expansion exercises, and up...[Read More] Post-Surgery Rehabilitation for Breast Cancer: Pain Management and Osteoporosis Prevention
Managing Post-Surgery Pain and Side Effects After Breast Cancer Surgery
Post-operative complications after breast cancer surgery? Hello Doctor: My mother has undergone surgery for breast cancer, and since the operation, she has been experiencing sharp pain at the surgical site, which seems to be nerve-related. This pain occurs intermittently and has ...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Daisy, Postoperative pain is a common complication following breast cancer surgery, particularly in patients who have undergone axillary lymph node dissection. The pain is typically located in the axilla, upper arm, and chest area, with some patients experiencing severe sho...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Pain and Side Effects After Breast Cancer Surgery
Persistent Pain in Armpit and Breast: What Could It Mean?
Pain upon palpation of the axilla? There is pain when pressing on the junction between the left armpit and the outer upper side of the breast. An ultrasound was performed at the hospital, and the doctor did not find any issues. However, the symptoms have persisted for the past tw...
Dr. Zhou Jiazhen Reply:
Dear Nini, Hello. You should consider whether there is an issue with accessory breast tissue. During embryonic development, breast tissue is distributed from the axilla to the lower abdomen. If there is incomplete regression, residual breast tissue may remain, most commonly in t...[Read More] Persistent Pain in Armpit and Breast: What Could It Mean?