Radiation, Oncology FAQ - Page 10

Postoperative symptoms related to thymoma? About a year ago, I was diagnosed with a thymoma through an X-ray examination, which was not accompanied by myasthenia gravis. A CT scan showed that the tumor was approximately 3x5 cm in size and had invaded the pericardium. The doctor a...

Subcutaneous nodule Subcutaneous lumps in the thigh and buttock area that appear intermittently and resolve within a few days to a week may be indicative of various conditions, such as lipomas, cysts, or localized inflammation. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional...

Pituitary tumor recurrence About three months ago, I underwent endoscopic surgery through the nasal cavity to remove a pituitary tumor. It has now been discovered that part of it has regrown. Is this normal? Do I need to undergo another surgery? All my other health indicators are...

There is a hard lump in the armpit? If you have a hard lump in your armpit that has been present for one to two years without any significant changes or symptoms, and it only causes mild discomfort when pressed, it may not be an immediate cause for concern. However, it is importa...

Pain when pressing on the left or right nipple? Pain upon pressure on the nipples, specifically located just below the nipples, is noted. There is no pain when pressing the surrounding areas. The left nipple feels less severe, but still painful, while the right nipple feels more ...

Liver tumor measuring 2.3 centimeters, with all blood test indices showing positive results? Hello Doctor: My mother is 45 years old, and her recent health check-up report showed a liver tumor measuring 2.3 cm. When we visited the hospital, the doctor only mentioned to wait for a...

Pregnant women diagnosed with malignant lymphoma? Hello, doctor. My wife was diagnosed with a malignant lymphadenoma in mid-April, and the biopsy and pathology report confirmed this. After completing a CT scan, no tumors were found in other areas. We originally planned to proceed...

Multiple Myeloma My father was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in mid-last year, with an initial IgG level of over 3000. After completing treatment with Velcade, his IgG level dropped to over 1500 by early March. During a follow-up appointment at the end of April, the doctor info...

There is a hard lump at the back of the head? I have a hard lump about 3 centimeters in size on the back of my head that has been present for approximately 3 to 4 years. Should I get it checked?

Does cancer require chemotherapy? I have stage I breast cancer, have already undergone surgery, and my cancer markers are normal. Do I still need to undergo chemotherapy?

Stage IV Lymphoma I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and support.

Multiple Myeloma Thank you for the response on May 4th. The IgG level decreased from 3480 mg/L before treatment to 1590 mg/L. If the units are as stated, does this indicate a complete remission of the treatment? If so, does the physician's subsequent use of Revlimid represen...

A lump in the neck? Hello doctor, around January I noticed a lump in my throat, approximately 0.5 cm in size. It is not painful and not very hard. Then in mid-February, I found another lump on the right side of my neck, less than 1 cm in size, which is also not very hard and hasn...

Multiple Myeloma Dear Director, My father is seventy years old and was diagnosed with multiple myeloma last June. An X-ray report indicated that his bones were not affected. He began treatment with Velcade in late June last year, completing eight cycles by early March. His IgG l...

Nipple lump (left) Hello doctor, two weeks ago I discovered a hard lump about 2 centimeters in size located just below the left nipple. It does not cause any pain when lightly pressed. What could this possibly be?

Is it too late for radiation therapy? Hello Dr. Lai! Two years ago, I underwent a partial mastectomy on my left breast, and the tumor measured 2.6 cm with no lymph node involvement. My Oncotype recurrence score was 18%, and my doctor mentioned that taking an aromatase inhibitor f...

Lymphoma metastasis Hello, I would like to ask if there is really no hope for stage IV lymphoma that has metastasized to the lungs (with half of the lungs affected). It has been a year since the onset of the disease... All treatments for lymphoma have been administered, and radia...

There is a lump located at the area where the ear connects to the face? Hello Doctor, I have a lump in the area where my ear connects to my face. I’m not sure what it is; it doesn’t hurt when I press on it, and it’s not uncomfortable. It feels very elastic and has been there for ...

Neck issues Hello doctor, I am 22 years old. Recently, I noticed a movable lump about 1 to 2 centimeters in size near my neck, around the right clavicle area. It is somewhat hard and does not hurt when pressed. It has been present for about a week. I am unsure if this is just a s...

Health Care for Pituitary Gland Enlargement I previously had an MRI that revealed some abnormalities in my pituitary gland (the shape is not clearly defined, but there is indeed some enlargement). I also underwent a visual field test, and the follow-up has been scheduled. However...