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 Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and Concerns
A lump felt on the left side of the groin? Yesterday morning, I felt a sharp pain when pressing on the left groin area. At first, I didn't think much of it, but later in the evening while showering, I noticed a lump on the left side of my groin (near the thigh root, next to ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
19-year-old female presents with a left groin mass (near the thigh root, adjacent to the pubic hair), approximately less than 1.5 cm in size (upon palpation). The skin surface appears slightly red, and it is painful to the touch, but there is no discomfort while walking. The mass...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding a Movable Lump Under the Right Rib: Is It Lipoma?
Hard mass under the right lower rib cage? Hello, doctor: About six months ago, while taking a shower, I noticed a 1 cm round hard lump about 1 cm above the lower edge of my right rib cage. It is painless and not attached to the skin; I can move it when I push on it. It hasn'...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Liyichi / 46 years old / Male Hello: 1. Pushing the lump hard can move it. A: It is not recommended to push it hard. Either have it surgically removed, or if you choose not to, avoid touching it frequently and definitely do not push it hard. 2. It hasn't changed in six ...[Read More] Understanding a Movable Lump Under the Right Rib: Is It Lipoma?
Can Breast Cancer Metastasize to the Liver After Lung Spread?
Breast cancer metastasis to the lungs? Is it possible for breast cancer that has metastasized to the lungs to also metastasize to the liver?
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, sir: The most common sites of cancer metastasis are the lungs, bones, and liver. The primary metastatic sites for different types of cancer are as follows: - Breast cancer: lungs, liver, bones. - Colorectal cancer: liver, peritoneum, lungs. - Kidney cancer: lungs, liver,...[Read More] Can Breast Cancer Metastasize to the Liver After Lung Spread?
Understanding Persistent Lymph Nodes: Autoimmune Disease or Cancer Risk?
The lymph nodes have been swollen for nearly three years? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease - multiple sclerosis two to three years ago. I started receiving interferon treatment in July 2013. In November of the same year, I experienced full-body itching for...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Miss Annie, Thank you for your letter. In response to your inquiry, are you very thin? In thin patients, it is sometimes possible to palpate the inguinal or cervical lymph nodes. If the lymph nodes have not continued to enlarge over the past 2-3 years, they are likely benig...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lymph Nodes: Autoimmune Disease or Cancer Risk?
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
Understanding Pain in the Left Armpit: When to Seek Medical Help
Pain in the skin under the left armpit? The skin under my left armpit has been painful for about 5 days. There are no wounds, swelling, or hard lumps, and the pain has neither worsened nor improved. The painful area is roughly in the deeper creases of the armpit, and I feel pain ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Miss A-Rou, Thank you for your inquiry. In response to your question, I am unable to provide 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. Cha...[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Left Armpit: When to Seek Medical Help
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
Understanding Lymph Node Hyperplasia and Subcutaneous Nodules in the Abdomen
Lymphadenopathy and subcutaneous nodules in the abdomen? Hello Doctor: About four months ago, I discovered a lymph node approximately 1.5 cm in size on the left side of my neck (at position 2A), and there is also a lymph node around 1 cm on the right side. A fine needle aspiratio...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: Based on what you described, those small nodules can only be definitively diagnosed through a pathological biopsy; speculation is merely speculation! However, if it is indeed a malignant cancer, it would typically grow rapidly, making it unlikely to be observed for an exte...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Hyperplasia and Subcutaneous Nodules in the Abdomen
Understanding Pain Under the Nipples: Possible Causes and Concerns
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 ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
What are the main symptoms of breast cancer? 1. Painless breast lump. 2. Nipple retraction. 3. Abnormal nipple discharge, especially if it is bloody. 4. Changes in breast shape, with localized indentations or protrusions. 5. Skin changes on the breast resembling orange peel, redn...[Read More] Understanding Pain Under the Nipples: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Lung Adenocarcinoma: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Next Steps
Diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma? Hello, I hope you don't mind me reaching out for advice. My mother (68 years old) was found to have four tumors during an LDCT scan (1 in the right middle lobe, 2 in the right upper lobe, and 1 in the left upper lobe). She only feels some ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Joyce, Regarding your letter, as you described, "After surgery, three tumors were confirmed to be lung adenocarcinoma (RML*1, RUL*1, LUL*1)." Therefore, the postoperative cancer staging should be M1a. As for whether there is metastasis beyond the lungs, I reco...[Read More] Understanding Lung Adenocarcinoma: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Next Steps
Understanding Groin Lumps: Are They Tumors or Something Else?
There is a lump in the groin area? Hello, doctor. About a month or two ago, I noticed a growth in my groin area that is about the size of half a finger. It has a black dot on the surface, and it doesn't hurt or cause any discomfort. What could this be? Is it a tumor?
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Mr. Wu / 20 years old / Male About one or two months ago, I noticed a growth in the groin area that is about the size of half a finger. It has a black dot on the surface, does not cause any sensation, and is not painful. What could this be? 1. Without an actual examination, it ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Are They Tumors or Something Else?
Understanding Lumps Near the Elbow: When to Seek Medical Advice
Lymph nodes in the arm? Hello doctor, I have recently noticed three or four irregularly sized lumps near my right arm, from the palm to the elbow. I suspect they might be lymph nodes. Should I seek medical attention for this condition? If I am concerned about any issues, which sp...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: It is best to seek medical attention to determine the nature of the skin condition. You can consult a hematologist for blood disorders or a general surgeon to check if it is a lymph node issue. Alternatively, it could be a general rash.[Read More] Understanding Lumps Near the Elbow: When to Seek Medical Advice
Should You Get a Lump on Your Arm Checked? Expert Insights
There is a lump on the arm? There has been a lump on your arm since childhood that you can feel just beneath the skin. It hasn't changed in size or caused any pain over the years. Should I see a doctor for an examination?
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Student Aben, I have received your letter regarding the lump on your arm that has been present since childhood. It has not increased in size and is not painful. Since I have not conducted a physical examination, I cannot make a definitive assessment. I recommend that you vi...[Read More] Should You Get a Lump on Your Arm Checked? Expert Insights
Understanding Armpit Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Worry
Axillary lump Since November of last year, I have experienced alternating swelling in both armpits, about the size of a five-dollar coin. The first one naturally ruptured and discharged pus, while the second one disappeared on its own without breaking. However, both left marks on...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Mr. Jiang has reported recurring lumps under both armpits and below the abdomen that are discharging pus. I personally believe that Mr. Jiang's symptoms, including obesity and lack of exercise, are more indicative of inflammation around the subcutaneous hair follicles (furun...[Read More] Understanding Armpit Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Worry
Uneven Armpits: Understanding Possible Lymph Node Issues
The left and right armpits are different? Recently, I noticed a slight protrusion under my right armpit that is not very obvious. It looks the same color as my skin and feels soft to the touch. It doesn't hurt, and my left side is normal! I'm really worried that it migh...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Sir, Thank you for your inquiry. Regarding your recent observation of a slightly prominent area under your right armpit, which appears to match the skin color and feels soft to the touch, it is possible that this may be fatty tissue. Typically, if it were an enlarged lymph ...[Read More] Uneven Armpits: Understanding Possible Lymph Node Issues
Hard Lump Above Eyebrow: Should I Get It Checked?
There is a hard lump above the eyebrow? Hello doctor, I have a hard lump about one centimeter in size on the front of my left eyebrow. It doesn't hurt and has been there for a while. Should I get it checked? If so, which department should I go to? Thank you.
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Jenny, I am writing to address your inquiry regarding a hard lump approximately one centimeter in size located at the front of your left eyebrow. It is not painful. As you are 15 years old and in your teenage years, I personally believe that this lump may be related to a sk...[Read More] Hard Lump Above Eyebrow: Should I Get It Checked?
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Lymphadenopathy Hello, last year I noticed swollen lymph nodes in my groin on both sides, each about the size of two-thirds of a finger joint, and they were painful to the touch. Subsequently, I developed itchy bumps on my penis. Since I have a history of atopic dermatitis, I use...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
1. The topical skin medication prescribed by the clinic worked well after a while, and subsequently, the lymph nodes gradually decreased in size. Since it was effective, I should promptly return to this clinic. However, many chronic conditions may not completely resolve and can r...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Forehead Tumors During Pregnancy: When to Seek Treatment
A small tumor on the forehead? I am over four months pregnant and discovered a small tumor on my forehead during the Spring Festival this year. It is round, approximately 0.4 cm in diameter and about 0.2 cm in height. It feels hard to the touch and is close to skin color. Before ...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Juice, Regarding your inquiry about the small tumor on your forehead, I would like to provide the following recommendations: 1. No, local anesthesia will not affect the fetus. 2. Based on your description, it seems more likely to be benign. If you are concerned, you ...[Read More] Understanding Forehead Tumors During Pregnancy: When to Seek Treatment
Understanding Unilateral Breast Tissue Asymmetry: What You Need to Know
Breast tissue Hello, I previously inquired about this, but another physician seemed to misunderstand my question. They might have thought I was asking about bilateral asymmetry, so I would like to ask again about unilateral (local) asymmetry. Recently, a family member underwent...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
AC / 20 years old / Female. The breast ultrasound report needs to be explained by the physician; it cannot be interpreted solely based on the information you provided regarding asymmetry. Please return to the physician's clinic for a face-to-face consultation. Happy New Year...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Breast Tissue Asymmetry: What You Need to Know