Understanding Fibroadenomas: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
It's really a headache, isn't it? In February of this year, I went to the hospital for a breast examination. The doctor said I had a fibroadenoma in the lower left quadrant. Although it was surgically removed, it seems to have grown back recently. I would like to ask: t...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss Xiaoying, Fibroadenomas have the potential for recurrence, which is related to individual genetics (constitution). It is not possible to predict whether they will grow again. However, since the recurrence rate is not high and it is a benign condition, there is no need ...[Read More] Understanding Fibroadenomas: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: Concerns and Management
Fibrocystic breast changes Hello Dr. Liao: I experience breast swelling and pain every time before my menstrual period. I have regular breast examinations every year, and the doctors have all said it is fibrocystic breast changes, so there is no need to worry. However, I still fe...
Dr. Liao Jinshui Reply:
In medical terminology, "fibrocystic changes" are referred to as a type of "change" rather than a "disease." It does not indicate a solid tumor but rather a "condition" in which the breast ducts become more prominent. Currently, there is no...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: Concerns and Management
Understanding Breast Health: Benign Tumors and Their Risks
Regarding the breasts? My mother was introduced to a private clinic where a body magnetic field examination indicated that I had a malignant tumor in my left breast and fibroids in my uterus. The examination method involved holding two cylindrical magnetic rods while the practiti...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
The accuracy of the new examination method is uncertain. Breast examinations can be categorized as follows: 1. Self-examination (regularly) 2. Breast ultrasound 3. Mammography 4. Breast MRI. Young unmarried women often suffer from benign conditions such as fibroadenomas. If the s...[Read More] Understanding Breast Health: Benign Tumors and Their Risks
Understanding Fibroadenomas: Your Questions Answered on Breast Health
Fibroma I wanted to have my breasts checked, and this time I was surprised to find that I have a tumor, which is painful to the touch, and it’s present in both breasts. Hello, Dr. Wu, I have a question for you. Since I started developing, I have experienced breast pain more easil...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
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Which Specialty to Choose for Breast Fibrocystic Condition?
Which department should I visit? I recently want to return to the hospital for a follow-up on my breast fibrocystic changes. I noticed that the obstetrics and gynecology department offers breast examinations, and there is also a breast clinic in the endocrinology department. Are ...
Dr. Wu Jingtang Reply:
Dear Miss Joan, Breast fibrocystic changes should primarily be addressed within the surgical domain, particularly by consulting a breast surgeon. This is especially important since you are already aware of the presence of breast fibrocystic changes, making surgical follow-up the...[Read More] Which Specialty to Choose for Breast Fibrocystic Condition?
Understanding Excess Breast Tissue: Concerns and Causes Explained
Breast tissue Hello, I have a smaller left breast. Recently, during a breast examination, I found a hard lump near the areola of my left breast, but it does not move, and I cannot determine its size. It is also not painful. Therefore, I went to a gynecologist for an ultrasound, b...
Dr. Yang Jinfa Reply:
Hello, the size of breasts naturally varies. If there are lumps in the breast but the ultrasound results are normal, it is possible that there are no actual lumps. Some young women have dense breast tissue, which can feel like small, granular lumps and may be difficult to disting...[Read More] Understanding Excess Breast Tissue: Concerns and Causes Explained
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Disease: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments
Cystic Fibrosis I experience pain near my breasts during my menstrual period. I previously went to the hospital for a health check-up and was diagnosed with fibrocystic breast disease. Will this condition turn into a tumor, and what are the treatment options?
Dr. Yang Mingqi Reply:
Hello: Fibrocystic breast disease is a condition characterized by breast tissue that is more sensitive to hormonal stimulation. It is not a tumor. This condition can lead to the dilation of mammary ducts and hyperplasia of the epithelial cells in response to hormonal changes. On ...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Disease: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments
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