Understanding Nipple Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women
About the breasts? What are the causes of nipple discharge? I previously had a child and was treated for cervical cancer, which is now resolved.
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Nipple discharge should be evaluated based on its characteristics. The most common type resembles milk (i.e., lactation), which can have various causes, such as hyperprolactinemia, pituitary tumors, or medication effects. Of course, pregnancy is also a likely cause. If the discha...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women
Can Routine Health Checkups Detect Cancer? What You Need to Know
Health check-up Can a routine health check detect cancer, or is it necessary to undergo additional specialized tests that require out-of-pocket expenses? Regarding these specialized tests, how can we determine which type of cancer requires which specific examination for detection...
Dr. Fang Sijie Reply:
Hello, Ms. Jean: A) Unless there are obvious symptoms, routine health check-ups generally cannot detect cancer. B) Common examinations for tumors include: - Esophageal tumors: upper gastrointestinal series, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), computed tomography (CT) scan, etc....[Read More] Can Routine Health Checkups Detect Cancer? What You Need to Know