Understanding Your Lymph Node Pathology Report: Key Insights and Next Steps
Pathology Report Hello Doctor, I recently had a lymph node removed, and the pathology report is as follows: Received in formalin consists of a piece of lymph node, measuring 1.4 x 0.6 x 0.3 cm. It is tan and elastic firm. The entire specimen is embedded in one block. Micro: The s...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: According to this pathology report, the lymph node that was removed is not malignant. However, since it is located in the groin area, further monitoring is recommended. To be specific, this report can only confirm that this particular lymph node is not problematic; it cann...[Read More] Understanding Your Lymph Node Pathology Report: Key Insights and Next Steps
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I noticed a small, painless hard lump on the right side of my neck. I went to an ENT clinic for examination, and the doctor said it might be a swollen lymph node due to an infection. After taking antibiotics for three days, it has ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
C/21 years old/Female 1. After taking antibiotics for three days, the lymph node has decreased in size (but has not disappeared). A: This suggests it is likely benign, as malignant lymph nodes typically do not shrink with antibiotic treatment. 2. However, I have experienced m...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Causes and Concerns for Patients
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 CT Scans in Tumor Evaluation: Key Questions Answered
Computed Tomography (CT) scan Thank you, doctor, for answering my questions previously. Recently, besides the lymph nodes, I have noticed swelling in my neck near the shoulder area. I'm not sure how long it has been swollen because I went to the clinic for a cold. The doctor...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, online user: If the tumor is large enough, it should typically be visible on imaging. Additionally, the radiologist will provide a report after reviewing the images. Therefore, I recommend scheduling an appointment with the pulmonary medicine department in about two weeks ...[Read More] Understanding CT Scans in Tumor Evaluation: Key Questions Answered
Could My Symptoms Indicate Nasopharyngeal Cancer?
I would like to ask if I have nasopharyngeal cancer? I would like to ask if I have nasopharyngeal cancer. A year or two ago, I had sinusitis, and since then, I have been experiencing persistent phlegm (which hasn’t improved) that is always clear in color. I do not have nasal cong...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: A cancer diagnosis can only be confirmed through a pathological biopsy; it cannot be determined solely based on symptoms like hemoptysis or nosebleeds. Since you have already had your lungs examined, you should consult an otolaryngologist to check for any abnormalities in ...[Read More] Could My Symptoms Indicate Nasopharyngeal Cancer?
Understanding Swollen, Painful Lumps in the Neck: What You Need to Know
There is a sliding sensation in the neck muscle, accompanied by pain, heat, swelling, and a feeling of fullness? Hello Doctor, I noticed a movable, soft, painful, warm, swollen lump on the muscle under my left neck, just below my ear. Occasionally, my throat feels itchy. Two days...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello Ms. Yi: The physician cannot provide a diagnosis or treatment without a personal examination and physical assessment. If you are very concerned, you may visit a larger medical facility or a specialty clinic for consultation. Please consult a dermatologist or a general surge...[Read More] Understanding Swollen, Painful Lumps in the Neck: What You Need to Know
Understanding a Hard Lump Below the Cerebellum: When to Seek Help
A mass located beneath the cerebellum? Hello doctor, I have a hard lump located under my cerebellum where it connects to my neck (on the left side). It doesn't seem to have grown larger, and it doesn't hurt when I press on it. What could this be? Should I go to the hosp...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsun: The physician cannot provide a diagnosis or treatment without a personal examination and physical assessment. Please consult a dermatologist or a general surgeon in person. The physician is unable to give advice; if you are very concerned, you may visit a larger m...[Read More] Understanding a Hard Lump Below the Cerebellum: When to Seek Help
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Key Insights on Diagnosis and Treatment
Lymphadenopathy Hello, Doctor. Over the past two months, I have noticed several lymph nodes in my body, including in the head and neck, armpits, and groin. Recently, I visited a surgeon and decided to remove the lymph nodes in my groin, one on each side. The doctor chose the left...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. If it is indeed lymphoma, the pathological characteristics throughout the body should be consistent, so any lymph node that is biopsied should yield similar results; 2. The transverse orientation in the groin area is likely related to blood vessels or tendons/l...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling: Key Insights on Diagnosis and Treatment
Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Lymphadenopathy Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from lymph nodes recently. I am quite thin, and I can feel lymph nodes in various areas such as my neck, armpits, and groin (including the inner thighs). I have been able to feel them for a while. Recently, I visited a nearby ho...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, Dr. Xiao Chen / 29 years old / Male 1. Does the position affect the size captured during an ultrasound scan? A. The angle of the ultrasound is essentially the perspective from which the object is viewed. This means that the size of the object can appear different dependi...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Thyroid Papillary Cancer: Total vs. Partial Removal Options Explained
Total or partial thyroidectomy for papillary thyroid carcinoma? Hello, Director Lai. I am a 38-year-old female. In July of this year, a health check revealed a suspected tumor larger than 3 cm on the left side of my thyroid. I was referred to a larger hospital for blood tests and...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, Miss Niu. 1. Surgery is typically the first step in treating thyroid cancer, aiming to remove as much cancerous tissue as possible. In rare cases of localized and well-differentiated thyroid cancer, a unilateral lobectomy may be considered; however, most patients should ...[Read More] Thyroid Papillary Cancer: Total vs. Partial Removal Options Explained
Understanding Lymph Node Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention
Lymph node issues? Hello, doctor! Recently, I noticed a few small round lumps in my neck (they feel somewhat hard and are not painful). The lumps feel about 2-3 mm in size. Could these be lymph nodes? However, I have also heard that if they feel hard and are not painful, they cou...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Hello, netizen: 1. 1.2 to 3 mm is too small; it usually has no clinical significance. 2. Could it just be some lipomas? I suggest monitoring it. :) By Dr. Hu Ziren[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention
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 Neck Lumps and Night Sweats: What You Need to Know
Neck issues. Night sweats? Hello doctor, a few months ago I noticed two lumps on my neck, one is about 0.5 cm round and the other is about 0.8 cm long. I saw a doctor who prescribed antibiotics, and it has improved somewhat. I would like to ask, since I usually sleep in just my u...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Afa / 16 years old / Male Hello, 1. A few months ago, I noticed two lumps on my neck. The doctor prescribed antibiotics for me, and it has improved somewhat. A: That's great! Just continue to monitor it. 2. I sweat while sleeping. A: Is it very hot due to the weather? ...[Read More] Understanding Neck Lumps and Night Sweats: What You Need to Know
Understanding Thymic Cancer Metastasis: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Thymic carcinoma metastasis Hello Doctor, my family member, a 21-year-old male, experienced lower back pain and underwent an X-ray in early February, which revealed an abnormal enlargement of the thymus. A biopsy confirmed thymic carcinoma (lymphoepithelial type) with bone metast...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen, regarding the symptoms of your relative, we are unable to provide an accurate diagnosis without actually observing the symptoms. Please return to the hospital for a thorough evaluation by a physician. It is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible f...[Read More] Understanding Thymic Cancer Metastasis: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Post-Treatment Side Effects of Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Side effects after treatment for nasopharyngeal carcinoma? Hello Dr. Lai: I just completed radiation and chemotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma in May of this year, and it has been exactly two months. I returned to work on July 18 and started feeling some numbness in my chin o...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Mr. Lee9788, Thank you for your message. I would like to respond as follows: Many patients who have undergone radiation therapy for head and neck cancer experience symptoms similar to yours. This is a side effect caused by radiation damage to the nerves in the cervical spin...[Read More] Understanding Post-Treatment Side Effects of Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Understanding Groin Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Evaluation
Inguinal lymph nodes I am not sure if it's because I am relatively thin, but I can feel several lymph nodes in my body, particularly on both sides of the groin area. There are quite a few that feel relatively large, oval-shaped, and about 2 centimeters in size. Their positio...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: 1. The ability to palpate lymph nodes is not related to body weight. While everyone has a lymphatic system, under normal circumstances, lymph nodes are not palpable. If they can be felt, it is considered abnormal. Many times, this can occur due to conditions such as cold...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Evaluation
Understanding Neck Lumps in Children: Benign vs. Malignant Concerns
My five-year-old son has a hard lump/tumor under his left ear, approximately two centimeters in diameter? Hello Doctor, my five-year-old son has a hard lump/tumor located about five centimeters below his left ear on the neck. This lump, which is less than two centimeters in diame...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. Is this lump/tumor more likely to be benign or malignant? A: It is mostly benign. 2. If it is benign, can it still continue to grow? A: Yes, it can. Isn't it already continuing to grow? 3. Will the location in the neck, below the left ear, affect health and the ...[Read More] Understanding Neck Lumps in Children: Benign vs. Malignant Concerns
Understanding Underarm Pain: Causes and Treatment Options Explained
Something feels strange in the armpit? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing tightness in my left shoulder and neck, which is accompanied by a tight, stabbing sensation in my left armpit. I visited a rehabilitation specialist, who suggested that this might be due to l...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Juo, Thank you for your inquiry. Regarding your question, I am unable to make an accurate assessment without seeing your condition in person. Please visit the dermatology or surgery department at the hospital for an in-person evaluation by a physician. Changhua Hospit...[Read More] Understanding Underarm Pain: Causes and Treatment Options Explained
Should I Remove a 0.3cm Benign Neck Tumor? Expert Advice
Can a 0.3 cm benign tumor in the neck be surgically removed? Hello Doctor, In February of this year, I discovered a lump in the lymph nodes on the right side of my neck. I managed to wait until mid-May to have it checked in Taiwan, where it was found to be 0.3 cm and benign. The...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Tina / 50 years old / Female. The meaning is that after the surgeon incises your skin, they cannot locate the 0.3 cm mass amidst the surrounding tissue. If all the lymph nodes in the area need to be removed, that would be an overreaction. The opinion of the physician you consulte...[Read More] Should I Remove a 0.3cm Benign Neck Tumor? Expert Advice