Other, Oncology FAQ - Page 7

A lump has developed in the vulvar area, near the junction with the thigh? Hello, doctor. Referring to the VIO areas commonly discussed in hair removal, I have a small lump on the upper right side of my triangle, close to the right thigh crease (but not directly at the crease). I...

Eosinophilia Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if having an eosinophil count consistently between 800 and 1000 is indicative of any diseases or potential risks. For the past ten years, my count has always been in this range and never within the normal values. All other white bloo...

Colorectal cancer resistance to treatment After my family member's surgery for colorectal cancer, they had a KRAS mutation and underwent all lines of chemotherapy. The first-line treatment was the most effective, but the tumor only shrank initially and then showed no further...

Axillary lymphadenopathy with pain and bleeding? Hello, Doctor: This week, I have been experiencing unexplained swelling and pain in my left armpit. Initially, there was no discoloration, but it was painful to the touch and felt soft. The pain has affected my sleep, as I wake up ...

Pancreatic cancer metastasized to the liver, with bilateral lower extremity edema up to the knees? Last November, a family member (female) was diagnosed with stage II pancreatic cancer and underwent a Whipple resection. Post-surgery, she did not receive adjuvant chemotherapy. Fou...

Pancreatic pseudocyst. Hepatic hemangioma? I recently had an abdominal ultrasound, and the doctor mentioned that I have a small cyst on my pancreas and a hemangioma on my liver. They didn't specify the size or location, only stating that they are benign but recommended follo...

CEA value Hello, my mother went to a nephrologist due to back pain, and an ultrasound revealed a shadow on her liver. Blood tests were arranged, and her CEA level was found to be 1119, which is extremely high. However, she does not have any other discomforting symptoms. My mother...

Signs of Pancreatic Cancer Doctor, I would like to ask if elevated blood sugar levels or weight loss are common issues before a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, or if these symptoms typically appear only in the later stages. Thank you.

Lymphatic issues Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about lymphatic issues: 1. Self-reported: 1. On May 25, 2022, I discovered a movable, non-painful, neither soft nor hard mass on the right side of my neck. 2. On May 25, 2022, I found a movable, non-painful, neither so...

After surgery for bile duct cancer, if the patient is experiencing weakness, should adjuvant chemotherapy be initiated immediately? Hello, doctor. My mother was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma a month ago after being admitted to the emergency department for abdominal pain. She ...

Lymph node-related issues? Hello Dr. Chen, I have the following questions I would like to consult with you. Since I was diagnosed with COVID-19 at the end of April, I have frequently noticed swollen lymph nodes in the neck area, which has made me worried about potential underlyi...

Questions about lung CT? This year's health check-up revealed a low-dose lung CT report indicating ground-glass nodules: "Subpleural nodular ground-glass opacities with two solid small nodules located in the right upper lobe (N1: 3.4mm; N2: 2.5mm)." How often shoul...

A cluster of lymph nodes? On May 13, I received my third dose of the Moderna vaccine. On the morning of July 14, I suddenly experienced pain in my left arm, which by the evening had extended to my left chest near the armpit. Upon palpation, the lymph nodes in the armpit were swol...

Treatment for anal cancer? Hello Dr. Chen, my older sister is 64 years old and has been diagnosed with stage IV anal cancer for a year. The tumor was initially 10 cm in size, reduced to 5 cm after radiation therapy, but has gradually grown back to 10 cm. The surgeon believes that...

There is a hard lump in the groin area? There is a hard bump between the anus and the vaginal opening that has grown from a small size to larger over the past two years. It often causes friction and pain when wearing pants, which is quite bothersome. Which specialty should I cons...

Colorectal cancer treatment As a child seeking advice for my father: My father, in his seventies, was diagnosed with colon cancer that had metastasized to the liver at the time of discovery. After surgically removing the tumor at the junction of the colon and rectum, he began che...

Low hemoglobin and elevated platelet count? Hello, doctor. For the past two years, I have frequently experienced dizziness, chest tightness, intermittent headaches, and often feel as if there is an earthquake. Last year, my blood test showed a hemoglobin level of 7 mg/dl, which l...

There is a red, swollen lump under the left armpit? Hello doctor, I have a red swollen lump in my left armpit that is about 1-1.5 cm in size. I actually had it for a while, but it was smaller and I didn't pay much attention to it. However, in the last three days, it has star...

Axillary lump Hello, doctor. I am 25 years old and discovered a lymph node in my neck when I was 16-17 years old. I also had one in my groin at that time. A biopsy of the neck lymph node showed normal results. These lymph nodes have not changed for nearly 10 years. However, in th...

Esophageal sclerosis and impaired peristalsis? Hello Dr. Chen: My father is 72 years old and was diagnosed with stage III esophageal cancer two years ago. He underwent stereotactic body radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and has not had surgery. Currently, both CT scans and PET sca...