Understanding Movable Groin Lumps: Are They Lymph Nodes?
Lump in the groin? In the past few days, I have noticed a soft, movable lump near my groin on both sides, close to the genital area. It doesn't hurt, and when I press on it, it slides about 1 centimeter but I can't determine its actual shape. Could this be a lymph node?...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Anonymous Lady: Thank you for your letter. 1. Is this a lymph node? A: It could be a lymph node, a lipoma, or other benign tumors. A physician should personally examine it to make a proper assessment, as we cannot completely rule out the possibility of malignancy. However, if ...[Read More] Understanding Movable Groin Lumps: Are They Lymph Nodes?
Understanding Left Submandibular Lymph Nodes: Tumor or Not?
Left submandibular lymph nodes Hello doctor, I have felt a round, soft lump on my lower left jaw for the past few weeks. It is not painful. Could this be a tumor or what other symptoms could it indicate?
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is likely just lymphadenopathy, which may be caused by local infection, a cold, or localized inflammation. It is recommended to simply observe the condition.[Read More] Understanding Left Submandibular Lymph Nodes: Tumor or Not?
Understanding Axillary Lumps: Are They Cancerous?
Axillary lump I have had breast cancer for almost 9 years. There is currently swelling in my left armpit, where I had breast cancer surgery. When I raise my arm, it is noticeably swollen, but it does not hurt when I press on it, and I cannot feel a distinct lump. Could this be a ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello: Regarding your symptoms, please visit a breast surgery specialist for evaluation. The doctor will perform a physical examination and further confirm the diagnosis. Treatment, prescriptions, or diagnostic reports cannot be provided without a personal examination by the phys...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lumps: Are They Cancerous?
Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Help
There is a hard lump on the mons pubis? About one or two months ago, I discovered a lump on the right side of my vulva that hurts when pressed lightly. At first, I thought it was a pimple, and after squeezing it, I noticed some white particles and pus, which made me more certain ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
You can go to see an obstetrician-gynecologist.[Read More] Understanding Painful Groin Lumps: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Benign Tumors: When to Monitor and When to Worry
What are the issues related to benign tumors? Doctor, I have had a lump about 1.5 cm in size next to my Adam's apple for several years. A physician examined it and described it as soft and mobile. I also had a CT scan, and the doctor believed it to be a benign tumor, advisin...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Regarding the benign tumor that has been troubling you for many years, after reading your description, my opinion aligns with that of the other physicians. Since there have been no significant changes and it is benign, it is best to leave it as is! You can follow up with o...[Read More] Understanding Benign Tumors: When to Monitor and When to Worry
Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment
A large and a small mass on the left side of the neck? Hello Doctor, at the end of July, I felt pain near my jaw, but there were no other symptoms. Then, in early August, I had acute gastroenteritis. The doctor found a small hard lump on the left side of my neck, which he suspect...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, Xiao Gao. Regarding your condition: 1. The lymph nodes have become larger (approximately 2 cm). 2. They feel firm. 3. There is also a small one that may indeed have a possibility of cancer. It is reasonable for the physician to prescribe antibiotics initially, considering ...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment
Understanding Lumps in the Arm and Armpit: What to Expect from MRI Results
There is a lump on the wrist, and I also feel a lump under the armpit? Doctor, my mother has a lump on her wrist and a hard mass in the middle of her armpit that feels firm when pressed. She does not have a fever or cough. The doctor has ordered an MRI. If the lump is not attache...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is usually not necessary to redo the MRI. It is recommended to bring both the MRI images (CD) and the printed report with you.[Read More] Understanding Lumps in the Arm and Armpit: What to Expect from MRI Results
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
Inguinal mass Hello, I would like to ask if the areas on both sides of the reproductive organs are called the groin? If so, I want to inquire about a hard area on my right groin that is slightly painful when pressed. Could it be a groin strain? Regardless of whether it is or not,...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, 16-year-old male. 1. The areas on both sides of the genital organs are referred to as the groin. 2. A hard lump? Strain? It's difficult to differentiate; I recommend seeking medical attention for an in-person examination. 3. For appointments, you can see either a ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Groin Pain: When to Worry About a Lump and Seek Help
Sports injuries I would like to ask if the gradual disappearance of a lump in the groin indicates that it is just a mild groin strain? If it is a mild groin strain, will it heal on its own? If I go to a large hospital for a groin strain, which department should I see?
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
You can make an appointment with the orthopedic department.[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain: When to Worry About a Lump and Seek Help
Should You Be Concerned About Lumps in Your Neck and Groin?
Hard lumps can be felt in the clavicle, neck, and groin areas? Hello Doctor, as mentioned in the subject, I can feel about five small hard lumps in the area of my clavicle and neck. The smallest is about the size of a mung bean, while the largest is roughly the size of one-third ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
If there is no enlargement or any discomfort, it is recommended to simply monitor the situation.[Read More] Should You Be Concerned About Lumps in Your Neck and Groin?
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: When to Seek Medical Advice
Suspected cervical lymphatic issues? Hello, doctor. Around April of this year, I felt a swelling sensation on the left side of my Adam's apple, so I went to the ENT department at a nearby hospital. I was diagnosed with lymphadenopathy and was prescribed a five-day course of ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. If you only feel lumps on both sides of the Adam's apple, it is usually a benign condition (such as upper respiratory infections or inflammation); however, if you can feel lumps above both clavicles, the issue could be more serious (some may be benign diseases of the uppe...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Cartilage Proliferation: Concerns and Management
Cartilage hyperplasia issues? I have a question regarding a cartilage protrusion. I have a lump about 0.5 cm located under my left clavicle that moves with the nearby bone movements. I have been observing it for over a month, and there has been no significant change in size. I co...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is advisable to consult an orthopedic physician for a more appropriate assessment![Read More] Understanding Cartilage Proliferation: Concerns and Management
Understanding Hard Lumps on Inner Thigh: When to Seek Medical Attention
Hard lump on the inner thigh? Hello Doctor, In March of this year, I discovered a lump about 1 cm in size located 2 cm below the groin area on the inner side of my left thigh, next to the femoral artery. I have noticed it for 3 months, but the exact duration is unclear. The lum...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Doctor Little Boy / 18 years old / Male Hello: 1. What could this be, doctor? A: It may not be possible to diagnose online. 2. Does it appear to be malignant or benign? A: 2.1 It is immovable. 2.2 It is hard. These two points still suggest a possibility of malignancy. 3...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps on Inner Thigh: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: When to Seek Medical Attention
There is a hard lump in the armpit? In the past few days, I noticed some discomfort due to slight friction in my right armpit, which I initially thought was due to sweating, as the left side did not have the same issue. Later, I discovered that pressing on the right armpit was pa...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Xiao Hei / 29 years old / Female 1. I discovered a hard lump under my right armpit. Could this be related to my breast? A: A lump in the armpit or lymph nodes, especially in a female, often raises concerns about breast-related issues. 2. My last menstrual period was on May 8,...[Read More] Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: When to Seek Medical Attention
Concerns About a Newly Discovered Lymph Node in the Neck
Today, I suddenly felt a lymph node in the back of my neck? Today, I suddenly felt a lymph node on the left side of my neck. It's about the size of a fingertip, slightly smaller than half of it. It feels soft and is likely movable; it's not very noticeable and I can onl...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Many people often mistake subcutaneous lipomas (benign tumors) for malignant lymphoma. Generally, the posterior neck area is not a pathway for blood vessels, and there are very few lymph nodes distributed there, making the likelihood of palpating lymphoma in that area extr...[Read More] Concerns About a Newly Discovered Lymph Node in the Neck
Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Inguinal mass Hello doctor, two weeks ago I felt a lump in my groin. It wasn't painful, but it wasn't as hard as a stone. At that time, I could feel it on the skin, approximately 1 cm in size. A week later, it seemed to have gradually disappeared. Now, after two weeks, ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is likely just a lymph node or another benign subcutaneous mass, and since it has decreased in size rather than increased, it is advised not to keep pressing on it. Observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: What You Need to Know About Your Symptoms
Understanding Groin Lumps: Potential Causes and Concerns
There is a lump in the groin? Hello doctor, two weeks ago I noticed a hard lump near my groin area in the pubic hair region. At that time, it was not painful when pressed. It wasn't very hard, somewhat soft but slightly firm, measuring about 1 cm to 0.8 cm. I could feel a sl...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It should just be a lymph node or another benign subcutaneous mass, and since it has decreased in size rather than increased, it is advised not to keep pressing on it; observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Potential Causes and Concerns
Soft Lump on Right Side of Neck After Injury: When to Seek Help?
There is a lump on the right side of the neck? Hello doctor, I had a motorcycle accident on May 9th, where I fell on my left side. Later, I noticed that the right side of my neck was strained (when I turned my head to the left, the tightest spot was on the right side of my neck),...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, 1. It feels soft to the touch: it could be a tumor that has been present for a long time, but you only noticed it after the car accident. 2. You can first consult an otolaryngologist for an examination. Thank you for your message, and I wish you peace and health. Ch...[Read More] Soft Lump on Right Side of Neck After Injury: When to Seek Help?
Understanding Soft Lumps: When to Monitor and When to Seek Help
Inguinal mass Originally, I had a soft, movable lump behind my ear that has been present for about a year without any changes in size or hardness. I consulted a doctor who examined it and said there was no cause for concern. Recently, I discovered a small, soft, movable lump in t...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is likely a lymph node. If there are no discomfort or sudden enlargement in the short term, it is recommended to simply monitor it![Read More] Understanding Soft Lumps: When to Monitor and When to Seek Help
Understanding Testicular Masses: Signs, Symptoms, and Concerns
Testicular mass I noticed a lump about a year ago, but it hasn't significantly increased in size. Recently, it seems to have grown a little. It hurts a bit when pressed, but it doesn't hurt when touched. The lump feels soft and is movable. Could this be testicular cance...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It feels like the testicle or epididymis has enlarged. If there is no discomfort, it is recommended to simply observe.[Read More] Understanding Testicular Masses: Signs, Symptoms, and Concerns