Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Are They Always Cancerous?
Lymphadenopathy Doctor, doctor!!! I'm sorry to ask! 😭 Two weeks ago, I felt a lymph node about 0.8 mm in size in my neck. It moves around when I touch it, but it doesn't hurt. Recently, in the last two days, I suddenly felt two more lymph nodes of the same size, also 0....
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is likely just lymphadenopathy; avoid constantly irritating it, and it should resolve on its own after some time.[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Are They Always Cancerous?
Thyroid Nodules: Cyst or Cancer? Understanding Your Diagnosis
Thyroid cyst or malignant tumor? I have a lump about 1.5 cm in size on the left side of my neck near the Adam's apple. I'm unsure if it's hard or soft, but it's definitely not as hard as bone (in reference to the hardness of related cancer tumors). It is movab...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Hello, Mr. Luo: A thyroid cyst is a fluid-filled sac found within the thyroid gland. Thyroid cysts typically do not present symptoms unless they are large or if there is bleeding within the cyst, which may cause some compressive symptoms such as pain, difficulty swallowing, breat...[Read More] Thyroid Nodules: Cyst or Cancer? Understanding Your Diagnosis
Understanding Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Insights from a Cancer Patient
I was overwhelmed by lymph nodes? Dr. Chen, first of all, I want to thank you for saving me from panic and helplessness a few years ago on this platform. Recently, those feelings have returned, and I have many questions I would like to ask you: 1. A few weeks ago, I accidentall...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Patient: Xiao Ke / 37 years old / Male 1. I brushed my teeth too hard and hit my lower gum, resulting in an ulcer the next day. A: This allowed bacteria to enter, causing inflammation and resulting in swollen lymph nodes in the neck, which is quite reasonable. 2. On February 20...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Insights from a Cancer Patient
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: When to Worry and What to Expect
The lymph nodes are slightly swollen? Hello, doctor. Is it possible for swollen lymph nodes to not resolve?
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Meng Meng / 21 years old / Female Hello, the lymph nodes are a bit swollen. Is there a possibility that they won't go down? 1. Lymphadenopathy may be due to infections (such as a cold) or tumors. 2. Typically, lymph nodes associated with tumors may not resolve unless tre...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: When to Worry and What to Expect
Understanding Body Temperature Fluctuations: When to Worry About Tumors
Physical condition Hello, doctor. Recently, for about a week, around noon, my body temperature rises to 36.8-37.2°C. Sometimes I feel a bit warm, but by 8 or 9 PM, my temperature returns to 36.6-36.8°C. I have had blood tests done, and the results are normal (cholesterol and trig...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Body temperature can change in response to external environmental temperatures; for instance, higher temperatures at noon can lead to relatively higher body temperatures, and vice versa. A body temperature exceeding 38°C or below 36°C is clinically significant (indicating fever o...[Read More] Understanding Body Temperature Fluctuations: When to Worry About Tumors
Understanding Blood Test Results: Key Indicators for Lymphoma Concerns
Blood test Hello Doctor: I have had swollen lymph nodes in my neck for some time, so I went for a blood test. I would like to ask about the significance or implications of the following values: 1. Lymphocytes: 15.6 (normal range: 19.0-48.0) 2. Hemoglobin: 11 (normal range: 11.3-1...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Initially, there appears to be anemia and thrombocytosis.[Read More] Understanding Blood Test Results: Key Indicators for Lymphoma Concerns
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Fever: A Guide for Patients
Swollen lymph nodes in the jaw with fever? Hello Doctor, my husband is about 27 years old and has recently discovered a soft, movable lump about 1 cm in size on his jaw. From September 4 to September 6, he experienced a sudden high fever for several days that did not respond to a...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. It is recommended to first consult a neurologist or an infectious disease specialist to investigate the acute causes of fever accompanied by headache and neck pain (such as meningitis or other brain-related issues). 2. If there are lumps found in other areas in addition to the...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes and Fever: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Lymph Node Swelling in Children: Concerns and Insights
Neck issues Hello, doctor. Two weeks ago, I noticed a lump in my child's neck lymph nodes. The next day, we rushed to see a doctor at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, who examined and found a lump on the right side measuring approximately 1.2 cm in diameter and about 0.7...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, 1. An ultrasound has been scheduled for September 12. What can I ask online? Other people's answers cannot be more accurate than the ultrasound on September 12, right? 2. My child has been catching colds since the beginning of this year, which has led to chronic s...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling in Children: Concerns and Insights
Assessing Lumps: Should I Return to Taiwan for Medical Evaluation?
Body mass. Case: 126359 Follow-up? Hello Doctor, I reached out to you two weeks ago. I still haven't been able to make an appointment abroad, so I'm asking you again to assess whether I need to return to Taiwan for medical treatment immediately. Currently, my condition ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Steven Chiu / 25 years old / Male Hello: Typically, cancer tends to grow slowly and only shrinks if steroids are used, so the likelihood of this being good news is probably greater than 95%. However, doctors online cannot provide a definitive answer without a personal examinatio...[Read More] Assessing Lumps: Should I Return to Taiwan for Medical Evaluation?
Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: When to Seek Medical Advice
There is a hard lump in the armpit? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I noticed a small lump in my armpit, about 0.5 centimeters in size. It is not very prominent and cannot be seen in the mirror; I can only feel it by touch. It has a soft texture, is immovable, and feels similar to a mos...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: The axilla is still considered an extension of breast tissue, and any related lumps should be evaluated by a breast surgeon. It is advisable to have the surgeon who diagnosed your mother with breast cancer take a look. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Lumps Under the Armpit: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Lymph Node Issues in Lymphoma: Key Questions Answered
Lymph Node Issues - Follow-up Questions Thank you for your previous response, Doctor. I have a question to ask. You mentioned that removing a lymph node can only confirm whether that specific node is problematic. However, another doctor told me that lymphoma is systemic, so it do...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: 1. "Seeing is believing" is 100% certain, while "based on experience" is not necessarily so. 2. The same issue is a matter of probability; the best diagnostic method would be to excise all lymph nodes throughout the body, regardless of size, and send...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Issues in Lymphoma: Key Questions Answered
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 Persistent Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Insights
Lymph nodes inside the right lower jaw? Hello Doctor, in early December, I noticed a swollen lymph node on the inside of my right jaw that was painful. I went to an ENT clinic for an examination, and the doctor diagnosed it as lymphadenitis and prescribed medication for three day...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Chuang / 23 years old / Female Hello, 1. After self-examination, I feel that today's lymph node is smaller. A: Malignant lymph nodes typically do not fluctuate in size; they tend to grow continuously. 2. Could it be that the medication for my bladder infection contains ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lymph Nodes: Concerns and Insights
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 ...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
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 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 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 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 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 Pain: Is It a Swollen Lymph Node?
Inguinal mass? Hello Doctor, I suddenly noticed that at night, I experience pain in the groin area near the genital region when walking or changing positions. There are no visible abnormalities on the surface, but it hurts when I press on it, and I can feel a small lump when I ap...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ms. Lin / 21 years old / Female Hello, I have a small lump in my groin and I'm unsure if it is an enlarged lymph node. 1. The most likely cause is indeed an enlarged lymph node or another benign condition. 2. To confirm the diagnosis, it is essential to visit a hospital ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain: Is It a Swollen Lymph Node?
Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Lymphadenopathy A few weeks ago, I felt a lump in my neck and went to see an ENT doctor who said it was swollen lymph nodes. However, since it is soft and movable, it is not a major concern and can be monitored. Recently, I have noticed that the lump seems to be getting larger. C...
Dr. Lai Yicheng Reply:
Dear Madam, Thank you for your message. Here is my response: Lymphadenopathy may be an immune response to bacterial or viral infections, leading to inflammation characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain. It is common to notice enlarged cervical lymph nodes during a col...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: Causes and When to Seek Help