Understanding Soft Lumps in the Popliteal and Groin Areas: What You Need to Know
Popliteal and groin masses? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a soft lump I found in my right popliteal fossa, approximately 1cm by 2cm in size. It is not painful. I have a history of allergic constitution and experience intermittent atopic dermatitis in that area. It has ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. I would like to ask if atopic dermatitis and vulvar itching can cause lymphadenopathy? If there is inflammation, it can indeed lead to lymph node enlargement. If scratching causes breaks in the skin or there are microscopic wounds that are not visible to the naked eye, bacteri...[Read More] Understanding Soft Lumps in the Popliteal and Groin Areas: What You Need to Know
Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Insights for Tumor Patients
Axillary lymph nodes Hello Doctor: I have never owned a cat at home, and I traveled to South Korea before the Lunar New Year. I do not have any obvious external injuries on my hands, but I have been experiencing persistent lymphadenopathy. I currently work in the fashion industry...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Dog: During the American West frontier era, there was a bandit who was caught after robbing a bank. During the trial, the judge asked him, "Why did you rob the bank?" He replied, "Because the money was there!" In other words, if he had just been looking around...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Insights for Tumor Patients
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Causes, Concerns, and Care Tips
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor, I apologize for the interruption. I would like to provide some additional information regarding the lump in my armpit that has been present for four months. It has not reduced in size. Initially, it felt softer, but after taking anti-inflammatory m...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. Understand your concerns. 2. Be aware that you may not fully comprehend what the doctor is saying. 3. Essentially, it is an infection; external stimuli can cause lymph nodes to swell. After an infection, some people may see the swelling resolve while others may not. 4. F...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Causes, Concerns, and Care Tips
Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Next Steps
Left axillary lymphadenopathy? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my medical condition. Currently, I have been experiencing enlarged lymph nodes in my left armpit for about three months. I have undergone an ultrasound, chest X-ray, blood tests, and urine tests. The ult...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Hello, regarding the symptoms, they appear to be more indicative of an infection rather than a tumor. You can follow your veterinarian's advice for monitoring. Do you have any cats at home? Have you been scratched by a cat in the past three months? Wishing you a speedy recov...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Next Steps
Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Clinical Insights
Axillary lymph nodes Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my current condition: I have a lymph node in my left armpit measuring approximately 1.94 x 0.6 cm. I have undergone blood tests, urine tests, ultrasound, and chest X-ray, all of which showed normal results. However,...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. It seems that the hospital believes you have an infection and inflammation, so taking anti-inflammatory medication should help. 2. If you are a female, a mammogram is also necessary. 3. If there is no further increase in size, that should be sufficient. 4. At 24 years ol...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Clinical Insights
Understanding Papillomas: Concerns and Insights from ENT Specialists
Questions regarding papilloma? Alright, it's me again, the annoying Coco... 1. Today I went to see another ENT specialist, but he still couldn't feel the suspected lymph node in my neck. However, I can definitely feel it with my left hand, while my right hand can'...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. I believe that if the doctor hasn't felt anything, there should be no issue. Tumors that are concerning will continue to grow, and it's unlikely that both doctors would miss it. What he said is correct. Even if lymph nodes are palpated, most of the time they are norm...[Read More] Understanding Papillomas: Concerns and Insights from ENT Specialists
Understanding Lymph Node Concerns: Insights from Dr. Chen
Continuing with the concerns regarding suspected lymph nodes? Everyone must check out Dr. Chen's response to my previous post... it's truly classic! I laughed happily and felt relieved... Thank you, Dr. Chen, you are a bodhisattva... a compassionate bodhisattva who is a...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Cocoa / 33 / 0 Thank you for your compliment, Shuzhuo. Chen Sirong.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Concerns: Insights from Dr. Chen
Understanding Lumps in the Jaw: When to Seek Medical Attention
There is a lump on the right lower jaw? Hello doctor, a few days ago I suddenly felt pain in the lower right jaw area. At first, I thought it was a toothache, but then I felt a small movable lump on my face that is also a bit painful. It feels very much like lymphatic pain. Since...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Socks, Both your face and neck have lymphadenopathy. The causes of lymph node enlargement are diverse, and most of the reasons are not easily identifiable, which is why it is referred to as non-specific lymphadenopathy. If the lymphadenopathy is caused by the invasion o...[Read More] Understanding Lumps in the Jaw: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Concerns About Lymph Nodes in the Left Neck Area
Regarding the suspected lymph nodes in the left neck? Dr. Chen, I am the one who was previously very anxious about "cancer phobia." This time, I really felt a lump in the lower middle part of my left neck. Here’s what happened: two days ago, while I was showering, I acc...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
"Coco, who is suffering from cancer anxiety: 1. The internet says that lymph nodes above the left clavicle 'must be a metastasis from stomach cancer,' but that is not necessarily true. 2. If they feel soft and movable, they are more likely benign, so don't wor...[Read More] Understanding Concerns About Lymph Nodes in the Left Neck Area
Understanding Lymph Node Changes in the Neck: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Parotid and cervical region Hello, Doctor: I am 32 years old, with no smoking, drinking, or betel nut habits, but I do stay up late, with sleep duration ranging from 5 to 7 hours, and I take a 1-hour nap at noon. My significant medical history includes: 1. Childhood cryptorchidis...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Concerned individual: Your blood test results are completely normal. The cervical lymph nodes have been present for a long time and are very small, so there should be no major issues. Please do not worry.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Changes in the Neck: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Overcoming Cancer Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Tumor Fears
Cancer phobia Hello Doctor: I have been consumed by the fear of cancer for the past few months. It started with an ultrasound examination last September (initially for fatty liver, but the doctor suspected a tumor in my kidney). A subsequent CT scan confirmed that everything was ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Coco: 1. Your reaction is completely normal; it's good to remember any health information you hear and reflect on whether it applies to you. 2. You may have overreacted a bit; if the tests come back negative, just let it go and find peace! 3. You have already noted the sympt...[Read More] Overcoming Cancer Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Tumor Fears
Understanding Lymph Node Issues: Concerns and Insights
Lymph node issues? At the end of 2010, I noticed a lymph node-like lump behind my right ear, and I also had some in my head and neck. After a while, I became a bit concerned, so in February 2011, I went to the hospital for a pediatric check-up and blood tests. My red blood cell c...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Sky Blue / 14 / Some lymph nodes may enlarge during a cold, and they may not necessarily shrink back after the cold resolves. As long as they do not continue to grow, they can be monitored. Thank you for your message. Chen Si-Rong.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues: Concerns and Insights
Early Symptoms and Growth of Penile Cancer: What to Know
Penile cancer!!! Hello, doctor: What are the early symptoms of penile cancer? How large can the tumor be? Where does the tumor typically grow?
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, may I ask if you are inquiring for yourself or for a family member or friend? Penile cancer mostly occurs in individuals aged 50 to 60 years. The common locations are the glans penis and the coronal sulcus behind the glans. Early symptoms may include non-healing wounds or ...[Read More] Early Symptoms and Growth of Penile Cancer: What to Know
Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Treatment
Regarding inguinal lymphadenopathy? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing pain in mid-February, which led to the discovery of enlarged lymph nodes on both sides of my groin. After visiting several clinics as well as Veterans General Hospital and Mackay Memorial Hospital, the doct...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Dear Bear: Sometimes, lymphadenitis may take time to completely resolve, and it can even become fibrotic and remain hard for an extended period. Therefore, it is currently recommended that you continue to monitor the situation. If it were cancer, it would likely continue to enlar...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Chemotherapy Side Effects and the Role of Saline Solution
Before and after chemotherapy with physiological saline..? Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with follicular lymphoma and have started my first chemotherapy treatment. During the first session, I received three bags of medication. One bag was what I believe to be the so-called...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Elsa: It is best to increase fluid intake before and after the first chemotherapy session for lymphoma, whether it be saline solution or glucose water. If you still feel unwell a week after the treatment, it is not due to the medication not being eliminated, but rather the ongoin...[Read More] Understanding Chemotherapy Side Effects and the Role of Saline Solution
Managing Confusion and Fatigue After Lymphoma Chemotherapy
Confusion after chemotherapy for lymphoma? Hello Dr. Chen: My father, who is 76 years old, has been diagnosed with lymphoma. After his third round of chemotherapy, he has been experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness, confusion, pain, incontinence, and constipation. He also has ...
Dr. Chen Junyi Reply:
The most likely cause of altered mental status after chemotherapy is infection, as chemotherapy can lead to immunosuppression, particularly in the elderly. However, the patient exhibits increased appetite, which raises the possibility that steroids in the chemotherapy regimen may...[Read More] Managing Confusion and Fatigue After Lymphoma Chemotherapy
Understanding Lymph Node Issues: What You Need to Know About Swelling and Pain
Lymph node issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions. 1. I have a lymph node with a diameter of 1.5 cm in the concave area of my left clavicle (sometimes it hurts when pressed, sometimes it doesn't, and it has been present for over 3 months). What could thi...
Dr. Chen Junyi Reply:
It is unclear whether there are clinical symptoms such as fever, cold sweats, or weight loss. If these symptoms are present, it is recommended to perform a biopsy of the lymph nodes. If there are any concerns, please visit a hospital for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues: What You Need to Know About Swelling and Pain
Understanding Potential Lymph Node Metastasis in Breast Cancer Patients
Suspected metastasis of breast cancer to the cervical lymph nodes? Hello Dr. Chen, my mother has been diagnosed with breast cancer for eleven years. Initially, she underwent a total mastectomy of the right breast and axillary lymph nodes, but did not receive chemotherapy. She has...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ms. Chen / 41 / If a biopsy is not performed, what potential scenarios could arise if it turns out to be malignant? 1. If it is malignant, recurrence and metastasis could occur, leading to various symptoms that cannot be cured without treatment, which would continue to trouble he...[Read More] Understanding Potential Lymph Node Metastasis in Breast Cancer Patients
Should I Consult an ENT Specialist for Neck Lymph Node Pathology?
Is it correct to perform pathological biopsies of cervical lymph nodes in thoracic surgery? Hello, doctor. Two months ago, I experienced discomfort and pain in my lower abdomen, which led me to visit a gastroenterology clinic for examination. Due to some abnormalities, I was refe...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Elsa: Currently, there are three methods that can be adopted: the first is the lymph node biopsy from the supraclavicular lymph nodes, which should be manageable by the thoracic surgeon; the second involves a needle biopsy of the retroperitoneal mass guided by a radiologist using...[Read More] Should I Consult an ENT Specialist for Neck Lymph Node Pathology?
Soft Lump on Inner Thigh: Tumor or Lymphoma? Which Specialist to See?
There is a suspected tumor or lymphoma on the inner thigh? I have a soft lump on the inner side of my thigh that is about 3-5 centimeters in size. It moves when pressed but does not hurt. I'm unsure if it could be a tumor or lymphoma. I would like to make an appointment for ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Tomomi / 29 / The likelihood of a benign tumor is higher. I recommend seeing a general surgeon first, as the hematology-oncology and radiation oncology specialists will not perform surgery to remove it for testing, nor will they do a biopsy. Therefore, it is advisable to consult ...[Read More] Soft Lump on Inner Thigh: Tumor or Lymphoma? Which Specialist to See?