Understanding Neck Lumps: When to See a Specialist for Concerns
Swelling under the left ear in the neck? I have a hard lump under my left ear on the left side of my neck. Initially, I felt some swelling and pain in my neck. Later, I visited a clinic, and the doctor said it was tonsillitis and prescribed cold medication for three days. After f...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. Which department should I see? A: Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Department. 2. Does this count as cancer? A: It should be determined by a physician after an in-person examination. 3. I don't have any symptoms of fever or cold. A: Enlarged lymph nodes caused by infection...[Read More] Understanding Neck Lumps: When to See a Specialist for Concerns
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Neck Pain: Causes and Concerns
Swelling and pain of the right cervical lymph nodes, along with stiffness in the muscles of the right posterior neck? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask a few questions. A week ago, I started experiencing slight swelling and pain in my right neck, but there were no issues upon ex...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: You can observe the changes in the cervical lymph nodes for about two weeks. If the lymphadenopathy is caused by a cold, it usually decreases and resolves within two weeks. However, if it is due to a malignant lymphoma, it will not decrease in size and will continue to gro...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Neck Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns
Hard lumps or swollen lymph nodes in the armpit? Hello doctor, I have noticed that my armpit feels like there is swollen lymph nodes (red and swollen, quite large) over the past week or two. It has grown from a small size to about 3 to 5 centimeters now, and it hurts quite a bit ...
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Hsin / 25 years old / Female Hello, 1. I have noticed that my armpit feels like there is lymphadenopathy (red and swollen, quite large). It has grown from a small size to about 3 to 5 centimeters now, and it hurts quite a bit when I raise my arm. A: Since it is quite large, yo...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Lymph nodes (second question) Hello, doctor. Last time I inquired about my lymph nodes after taking antibiotics for five days, and they became hard. I was wondering if I needed to return for a follow-up. After my follow-up, the doctor only performed a physical examination and pre...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello. 1. Regarding your previous inquiry about the lymph nodes becoming hard after taking antibiotics for five days, is it necessary to return for a follow-up? A: If they are not continuing to enlarge, it is indeed acceptable to observe further. 2. Should you consider seeing an ...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes Above the Clavicle: Causes and Concerns
Supraclavicular lymph nodes Hello: About 3 to 4 weeks ago, I developed two lymph nodes in my neck (one on the right side of my neck and the other above my clavicle). After seeing a doctor, he said the lymph nodes were inflamed and prescribed anti-inflammatory medication. The lymp...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. Generally, gastroesophageal reflux does not cause supraclavicular lymphadenopathy; however, it can occur if there are complications such as upper gastrointestinal inflammation and infection (e.g., pharyngitis). 2. If there is only one lymph node and it is not c...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes Above the Clavicle: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Lymphoma: Early Detection and Treatment Concerns
I don't want to give up on my lymphoma issues; I want to focus on early detection and early treatment? Hello Doctor: Before I received your response, I underwent a core needle biopsy yesterday. The doctor I consulted is a hematologist-oncologist, and the report will not be a...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, online friend: It sounds more like a viral infection. Typically, viral infections resolve on their own. During this time, make sure to replenish your strength (such as getting enough sleep) and maintain a normal diet, while you wait for the pathology report. By Dr. Hu Zi-r...[Read More] Understanding Lymphoma: Early Detection and Treatment Concerns
Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: When to Seek Medical Advice
Issues Related to Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor: I have some questions regarding my lymph nodes that I would like to ask you. My medical history includes atopic dermatitis, which I have had since kindergarten, and I have been receiving treatment, including topical medications and ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, online user: If you have new lymphadenopathy, it is recommended that you have a follow-up examination. :) By Dr. Hu Zi Ren[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor! I have a small lump on my neck. I visited a large hospital in June, and the doctor said it was a lymph node, which might disappear on its own in a few months or half a year. After that, I had a few colds, and other lymph nodes appeared on my neck, b...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, it is indeed common to occasionally see swollen lymph nodes in the neck during a cold, and most of them will resolve as the illness improves. A small number may have one or two lymph nodes that do not completely disappear, but they are usually not very ...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Understanding Post-Treatment MRI Results for Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Two months after treatment for nasopharyngeal carcinoma, the MRI still shows bright spots? I am a stage II nasopharyngeal carcinoma patient with bilateral cervical lymphadenopathy. I completed 33 sessions of radiation therapy and 6 cycles of chemotherapy at National Taiwan Univer...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Mr. Li / 41 years old / Male Hello, 1. Is this normal? (Is it because the MRI was done too soon after treatment (2 months), causing the radiation effects to not completely eliminate the tumor?) A: The timing seems reasonable. You can confirm this through one of the following tw...[Read More] Understanding Post-Treatment MRI Results for Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor. Previously, I could feel several lymph nodes in my groin area, and following your advice, I had one lymph node removed for testing. The results showed it was a benign lymphadenopathy. However, I still have several lymph nodes in my groin that are ov...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. If generalized lymphadenopathy has been evaluated and cancer, autoimmune diseases, or viral infections (including HIV) have been ruled out, and there are no systemic symptoms (such as fever, night sweats, or unexplained weight loss), it is recommended to follow...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know
Understanding FDG-PET/CT Results and Elevated Lymphocytes After Chemotherapy
Questions regarding the FDG-PET/CT report and the issue of elevated lymphocyte levels after chemotherapy? Hello Doctor: Since I could not get answers from my treating physician, I kindly ask for your insights. 1. FINDINGS: Mild FDG hypermetabolism in the left chest wall (SUV: 2...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
1. The left chest wall shows an SUV of 2.5/2.4, which is associated with postoperative tissue response on the same side as the breast cancer. The right hilum shows an SUV of 2.5/3.2, which is due to reactive lymphadenopathy. 2. The levels of white blood cells, red blood cells, he...[Read More] Understanding FDG-PET/CT Results and Elevated Lymphocytes After Chemotherapy
Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Abnormal Blood Test Results Explained
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor, I have a problem with enlarged lymph nodes that won't go away, so the hematologist drew my blood and found two abnormal values: platelet distribution width at 9.0 fL (reference range 10.0-16.0) and eosinophils at 8.2% (reference range 0.0-7.0). ...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: The values from the instruments in each hospital can indeed vary, so please trust this fact. Since the testing instruments purchased cannot be standardized across Taiwan, a test result that shows abnormal levels at one facility may appear normal at another. It is essential...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Abnormal Blood Test Results Explained
Understanding Clavicular Lymphadenopathy: Symptoms and Next Steps
Supraclavicular lymphadenopathy I recently found a lymph node on the right side of my clavicle, and I have been experiencing palpitations. Today, I discovered that there is also a lymph node on the left side, which feels relatively large but is usually difficult to palpate due to...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. It feels like there is a heartbeat and a horizontal orientation, which suggests it might be a blood vessel (are you too thin?). 2. If it is indeed a lymph node, 2-3 cm feels quite large; I recommend seeing an ENT specialist or a general surgeon for evaluation. ...[Read More] Understanding Clavicular Lymphadenopathy: Symptoms and Next Steps
Understanding Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been suffering from swollen lymph nodes. I am quite thin, with body fat below 10%, and I can feel many lymph nodes, especially in the groin area. However, the doctor said that being thin and being able to feel lymph nodes are not rel...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, online user: 1. Lymphadenopathy refers to lymph nodes with a diameter greater than 1 or 1.5 cm; 2. Do you experience pain when you palpate it? Is there any elasticity when you touch it? Does it move when you palpate it? 3. Are there any accompanying symptoms such as fever,...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Understanding Lumps Near the Clavicle: Tumors or Lymph Nodes?
A round lump on the clavicle? Hello, doctor! I would like to ask you: Recently, I discovered a round, movable lump about one centimeter in the hollow of my left clavicle, which is slightly painful. Sometimes my hand feels numb. Could this possibly be a tumor, or is it lymphadenop...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello Minmin, 24 years old! 1. I would like to ask if it could possibly be a tumor? Or could it be lymphadenopathy due to fatigue? Or a fibroma? A: Broadly speaking, they can all be classified as tumors, but it is not possible to distinguish which type of tumor it is. 2. Which sp...[Read More] Understanding Lumps Near the Clavicle: Tumors or Lymph Nodes?
Understanding Non-Painful Groin Mass: Is It Bladder Cancer?
Inguinal mass There is a hard lump in the bladder that is not painful. I have experienced this situation before, but it resolved on its own. I am concerned whether it could be bladder cancer, but I do not have any symptoms of bladder cancer. I would like to know what this conditi...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Patient: 16 years old, male 1. There is a hard lump in the bladder that is not painful. I have had this situation before, but it resolved on its own. A: The bladder is an internal organ, and you should not be able to self-examine for a hard lump in the bladder. It is likely a ...[Read More] Understanding Non-Painful Groin Mass: Is It Bladder Cancer?
Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
There is a lump in the groin area? I have had a hard lump in my groin for three months. It started suddenly with a hard lump on the left side of my groin, which swelled up and caused pain while walking. A surgeon diagnosed it and to find the cause, I underwent an ultrasound, bloo...
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Anonymous / 27 years old / Male 1. There has been a hard lump in the groin for three months. 2. The surgical diagnosis included ultrasound, blood tests (elevated white blood cell count), and a CT scan (approximately 4x3 cm), but no aspiration or biopsy was performed. 3. Aft...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Possible Tumor-Related Causes
Shoulder pain? I have lumps in my neck, armpit, and groin. There are two lumps in my left armpit, each less than one centimeter. Sometimes, my left armpit feels a bit sore, but it is not painful, and the lumps are movable.
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Xiaomi / 17 years old / Male 1. The most likely cause is still lymphadenopathy or other benign conditions. 2. To obtain a definitive diagnosis, it is necessary to visit a hospital for a physician's evaluation, and possibly a biopsy. 3. If you prefer not to go to the hospita...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Possible Tumor-Related Causes
Sudden Neck Lump: What Could It Be and Should You Worry?
Sudden protrusion? I'm sorry to bother you, but I would like to ask about a sudden lump that has appeared on the side of my neck. I noticed it recently, and it hurts when I press on it; it feels like a solid mass. I have a family history of cardiovascular disease and I am ov...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Miss Chiu / 18 years old / Female has a protrusion on the side of her neck. It hurts when pressed and feels like a lump. A: The first suspicion would be lymphadenopathy. However, it is essential to go to the hospital for a diagnosis by a physician, especially since a small number...[Read More] Sudden Neck Lump: What Could It Be and Should You Worry?
Understanding Lymphatic Swelling in the Neck: Causes and Next Steps
There is lymphatic edema in the left side of the neck? Hello, doctor. Three years ago, I discovered lymphatic swelling on the left side of my neck (about five centimeters from the thyroid position, approximately 1.5 times larger than the corresponding lymph node on the right side...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Mr. Huan, In response to your inquiry, please find the answers below: 1. Your concern about "tumors in the neck metastasizing to the oral cavity" is not a phenomenon that occurs clinically. Additionally, the description of "left cervical lymphatic swelling, ...[Read More] Understanding Lymphatic Swelling in the Neck: Causes and Next Steps