Understanding Post-Chemotherapy Radiation Therapy for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Breast cancer treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by lumpectomy, currently undergoing radiation therapy (inquiry made on April 14, follow-up on previous case)? Hello, (Old Case) A family member has a "triple-negative" left breast cancer measuring over 4 cm, a...
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Ms. Chu / 52 years old / Female {New Inquiry} Initially, family members underwent "ultrasound, mammography (standing compression of the breast), and biopsy." After a week, they consulted the doctor, who said, "The lymph nodes are not infected." Whether the lym...[Read More] Understanding Post-Chemotherapy Radiation Therapy for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Understanding Radiation Therapy After Chemotherapy for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
In cases of breast cancer where chemotherapy is administered first followed by a lumpectomy, radiation therapy is typically recommended afterward. This approach is often referred to as neoadjuvant chemotherapy, which aims to shrink the tumor before surgical intervention. After th...
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Ms. Zhu / 52 years old / Female 1. Does the family member only need radiation therapy for the left breast? Is it the entire left breast or just the area where the tumor was previously located? A: The radiation field for the breast includes the area below the collarbone, above ...[Read More] Understanding Radiation Therapy After Chemotherapy for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Understanding Cancer Recurrence: Insights After Chemotherapy and Radiation
Two weeks after chemotherapy, cancer cells were found again? Oral cancer was diagnosed on December 7, 2021. Surgery was performed on the left mandible, and from January 1, 2022, I began chemotherapy and radiation therapy. By February 25, I completed a total of 7 chemotherapy sess...
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If the pathology report indicates malignancy, it suggests local lymphatic metastasis. Note: If lymphatic metastasis occurs shortly after the completion of chemotherapy and radiation therapy, it indicates that the primary cancer cells have a high degree of malignancy and are likel...[Read More] Understanding Cancer Recurrence: Insights After Chemotherapy and Radiation
Can My Mom Wear Graphene Clothing After Breast Cancer Surgery?
Can my mom wear graphene underwear or clothing after her breast cancer surgery, now that her stitches have just been removed? Hello Doctor, my mother has stage I breast cancer. She underwent surgery to remove the tumor and some lymph nodes. She just had her stitches removed and w...
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Mr. Lai / 40 years old / Male Hello, 1. The mention of many people wearing garments containing graphene after surgery on television should not refer to post-cancer surgery. 2. Regarding clothing made with germanium or graphene, the impact on cancer should be explained by the ...[Read More] Can My Mom Wear Graphene Clothing After Breast Cancer Surgery?
Unexplained Fever: Could It Be Related to Cancer?
Fever I would like to consult a doctor. Since the end of January, I suddenly developed a fever of 38 degrees Celsius, accompanied by chills and fatigue, but no other symptoms. After visiting a clinic and self-testing for COVID-19, I took antipyretics, which brought my temperature...
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Fever of unknown origin caused by tumors is usually accompanied by systemic symptoms such as night sweats, weight loss, and loss of appetite, so observation is recommended. However, if other symptoms occur, such as easy flushing, sensitivity to heat and cold, and dry hair, a visi...[Read More] Unexplained Fever: Could It Be Related to Cancer?
Understanding Lymph Nodes: What to Do If You Find One Near Your Collarbone
A lymph node is palpable in the left supraclavicular fossa? Hello Doctor, on February 14th, I accidentally felt a lymph node in the indentation of my left clavicle, about the size of a red bean. It is round in shape, movable, but not painful. I am hesitant to press on it too hard...
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Xiao Zhen / 38 years old / Female Hello, 1. Which department should I visit? A: General Surgery, and it's also good to have a breast examination. Taoyuan Hospital, Dr. Chen Si-Rong.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Nodes: What to Do If You Find One Near Your Collarbone
Understanding Symptoms: Infection or Leukemia Concerns?
Infection? Leukemia? Hello Doctor: I have a history of hypertension and usually take medication to control it. My routine blood tests show a white blood cell count of about 12,000 to 13,000. On January 14, I received the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and three days later, i...
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Hello: It's difficult to determine whether it's an infection or a vaccine side effect, but based on your second blood test report, it does not appear to be leukemia, as there is no mention of blasts, which allows us to rule out the possibility of blood cancer. Thank you...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Infection or Leukemia Concerns?
Understanding Enlarged Neck Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Cancer Risks
Enlargement of cervical lymph nodes? Hello, Doctor! My mother is 67 years old. She lived in China for an extended period while caring for children and received the Sinopharm vaccine on June 24 of this year. At the end of August, she discovered swollen lymph nodes above her clavic...
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It may simply be localized lymphadenopathy caused by generalized urticaria, and since the fine needle aspiration biopsy of the lymph nodes did not reveal any cancer cells and the size of the lymph nodes has decreased, it is recommended to just observe. As for whether it is relate...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Neck Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Cancer Risks
Understanding Armpit Lumps: Causes and Concerns Before Menstruation
Axillary swelling and pain? Hello doctor, about 8 months ago, right before my menstrual period, I noticed a lump in my armpit (I usually have very little hair). The lump is approximately 1.8 cm in size, and it hurts when pressed. It’s not hard; it feels like pressing on a tendon....
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It may just be localized lymphadenopathy caused by menstruation. If there is no sudden enlargement or accompanying symptoms (such as fever, chills, etc.), it is advisable to simply monitor the situation.[Read More] Understanding Armpit Lumps: Causes and Concerns Before Menstruation
Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: Causes and Concerns
There is a hard lump in the armpit? Hello Doctor, I have a lump under my left nipple that varies in size; sometimes it is larger and sometimes smaller. It only causes mild pain when touched, so I haven't paid much attention to it, and I'm not sure how long it has been t...
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Xiang / 19 years old / Male Hello, 1. I am unsure if the lump in my left chest is related? A: It is likely not related; the chances of them being two independent events are greater. 2. Could it be something serious? I hope the doctor can clarify. A: Certainly: The lymphaden...[Read More] Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
I felt a lump in my groin area? Hello Doctor, I noticed a protruding lump in the left groin area (the V-shaped junction, possibly the inguinal region?) while showering. It is sometimes present and is easier to feel when squatting. The size is small, and it does not appear to be v...
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JAM / 20 years old / Male Hello! It is usually lymphadenopathy! Most cases are benign! If you notice it for the first time, you can seek medical evaluation. If you are reluctant to see a doctor, you can monitor it yourself: if it increases in size, changes color, becomes hard, or...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Leukemia Symptoms and Blood Test Results: What You Need to Know
Symptoms and Tests for Leukemia Hello Doctor, I apologize for the interruption. For the past 10 days, I have been experiencing a low-grade fever accompanied by severe, nearly all-day dizziness, extreme fatigue, and night sweats. I have also started to notice unexplained small bru...
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Hello: 1. Both the first and second test results are normal. 2. White blood cell counts fluctuate; each time you draw blood, the results can vary. The normal range is 4,000 to 9,000, but even if the count is slightly outside this range, it does not necessarily indicate disease. 3...[Read More] Understanding Leukemia Symptoms and Blood Test Results: What You Need to Know
Understanding Duodenal Ampulla Cancer: Insights from Treatment Reports
Duodenal ampullary cancer Hello, In May of this year, my mother was diagnosed with stage IV duodenal ampullary cancer and is not a candidate for surgery. After six cycles of chemotherapy, the tumor did not shrink, and she underwent three additional cycles. She just completed he...
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Buee / 42 years old / Male 1. How is the progression of the disease? A: The assessment of the condition is best left to his attending physician. 2. Attached are the CEA and CA19-9 data, which seem to have suddenly surged twice recently. Does this indicate that the chemotherapy...[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Ampulla Cancer: Insights from Treatment Reports
Understanding PET Scan Results: Navigating Tumor Concerns and Symptoms
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Report Issues Hello Doctor, I sincerely ask for your help in analyzing my situation and providing some advice, as I feel very helpless and do not know how to handle this. I am grateful for your assistance. I have been experiencing a persistent f...
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Ms. Lin / 45 years old / Female 1. Doctor, if I truly have cancer, whether it is nasopharyngeal cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, or laryngeal cancer, would the symptoms I described indicate an early stage? Would the primary treatment be surgery, or are there other approaches? A: ...[Read More] Understanding PET Scan Results: Navigating Tumor Concerns and Symptoms
Should I Remove My Enlarged Lymph Node or Continue Monitoring?
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor. In 2019, an ultrasound revealed an enlarged axillary lymph node measuring approximately 3.6 cm, located deep within. A core needle biopsy performed by a breast surgeon indicated benign results, and hematological tests were normal. However, anti-Tg a...
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Xia Shi / 45 years old / Female Hello, I have been undergoing ultrasound follow-ups every six months, and the lymph nodes have not decreased in size. 1. Should I consider surgery to remove them? A: Yes, that is an option. The benefits include being able to definitively determ...[Read More] Should I Remove My Enlarged Lymph Node or Continue Monitoring?
Understanding Lymph Node Inflammation and Its Impact on Headaches
Lymphadenitis and headache? Hello, I would like to ask if lymphadenitis can last for 2-3 months? I have been experiencing headaches for the past 2-3 months. Initially, I thought it might be due to adjusting to a new environment after moving, but the pain has persisted. Every day,...
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1. Can lymphadenitis last for 2-3 months? -- Yes; 2. Can lymphadenitis cause headaches? -- No; however, some headaches can lead to lymphadenitis, such as inflammation and infections in the intracranial area, neck, or oropharynx, as well as the upper respiratory tract, which can p...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Inflammation and Its Impact on Headaches
Understanding Underarm Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
A lump in the armpit? Hello Doctor: Last week, I experienced some pain in my left armpit. I initially thought it was a pimple, but I didn't see any pus. Upon examination, I found a lump (about 1 cm) that felt like it was beneath the skin. I went to a local hospital to see a ...
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Huang, 22 years old, female. The doctor said after examination that it looks like folliculitis and will resolve on its own. However, the lesion has not decreased in size or disappeared. A: The doctor saw it in person, and since I did not see or touch it, I cannot comment on their...[Read More] Understanding Underarm Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Blood Test Results: Insights from Oncology Experts
Health examination issues Dr. Hu, is there any issue with this blood report? R.B.C: 4.55 W.B.C: 5.22 Hb: 13.6 Hct: 40.5 MCH: 29.9 MCHC: 33.6 MCV: 89.0 Platelet: 221 CRP: 0.022 A-Lym: 0.0 Band: 0.0 Baso: 1.0 Blast: 0.0 Eosin: 3.4 Lym: 41.2 Metamyelo...
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No problem; Neutrophils, Eosinophils, Basophils, and Lymphocytes are all types of white blood cells. Their ratios may fluctuate, but as long as they remain within the normal reference range, they are considered normal.[Read More] Understanding Blood Test Results: Insights from Oncology Experts
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Nighttime Hand Discomfort
Lymphadenopathy and nocturnal hand swelling? Hello Doctor, Currently, my symptoms are as follows: I received a Moderna vaccine injection at the clinic on August 13. On August 18, I noticed a round, movable lump in the indentation above my clavicle. I visited the clinic on Augus...
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Kiki / 30 years old / Female 1. I would like to ask the doctor whether I should wait 3-6 months to observe if the lymph nodes do not enlarge, or if I need to see a specialist (if so, which specialty). A: If there is no enlargement, even if there is a residual size of 0.2 cm, th...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Nighttime Hand Discomfort
Understanding Lymph Node Concerns: Common Questions and Answers
Cervical lymphatic issues Dear Dr. Chen, It's me again, and I apologize for bothering you. I've always been very anxious about lymph nodes, and this shadow of fear has lingered. I often check my body for lymph nodes. Aside from the few I consulted you about previously,...
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It's me again, the worried one. / 41 years old 1.1. The lymph nodes I can feel, could they be inflamed due to my constant rubbing against surrounding tissues? A: It's uncertain whether there are lymph nodes, but they are definitely inflamed from your constant poking....[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Concerns: Common Questions and Answers