Should You Get Your Abdominal Lumps Checked? Here's What to Know
Abdominal mass Hello Doctor: Recently, I have felt two hard lumps about 1 cm in size on the right side of my abdomen. They are not visible from the outside and can only be felt upon touch, resembling a cord with a bulge in the middle. If I press down a bit harder, it feels somewh...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
FF / 26 years old / Male General Surgery Dr. Chen Si-Rong, wishing you peace of mind and well-being.[Read More] Should You Get Your Abdominal Lumps Checked? Here's What to Know
Understanding Abdominal Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Palpating the abdomen reveals small nodules? Hello doctor, three days ago I had stomach discomfort and went to see a doctor. The doctor performed an abdominal ultrasound and said that the organs appeared normal. Today, when I contracted my abdomen (very forcefully), I suddenly fe...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It may just be some benign tumors under the skin (such as lipomas, localized calcified tissue, etc.), and observation is recommended.[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Lumps: What You Need to Know About Tumors
Understanding Abdominal Lumps: When to See a Doctor
Abdominal mass Hello, I would like to ask about a hard lump under the skin on the right side of my abdomen near the navel, which is less than 1 cm in size, painless, and appears slightly greenish when illuminated. There is also a less noticeable hard lump on the left side that is...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Lin / 21 years old / Female It is not possible to infer your condition from the text alone; it is recommended to see a general surgeon. If you are concerned due to the pandemic, you can first self-monitor for the following changes: 1. Increase in size 2. Hardening 3. Change in co...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Lumps: When to See a Doctor
Is It Folliculitis or a Tumor? Understanding Abdominal Lumps
Tumor or folliculitis? I have a hard, swollen bump near my lower abdomen close to the vagina that looks somewhat like a pimple. The surface is smooth and slightly white. Could this be folliculitis, or is it something like a tumor?
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ruru / 23 years old / Female Hello, it is better to have a gynecological examination in person rather than relying on online speculation. Happy New Year, Taoyuan Hospital, Dr. Chen Sih-Rong.[Read More] Is It Folliculitis or a Tumor? Understanding Abdominal Lumps
Exploring Non-Radiation Imaging Options for Abdominal Mass Evaluation
Examination methods for a right lower abdominal mass? Thank you for your response, Doctor. 1. If you can feel the lump, can the physician also feel it? The surgeon and gastroenterologist can feel it, but they also said they are unsure what it is. 2. The ultrasound did not dete...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
If you are still afraid of cancer, Alen, you can choose option A: a CT scan and a colonoscopy, or option B: a self-paid PET scan costing between 30,000 to 50,000 NTD. You had an abdominal CT scan in October and a colonoscopy in May, so the doctor is suggesting another test. The q...[Read More] Exploring Non-Radiation Imaging Options for Abdominal Mass Evaluation