Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Tumors or Infections
Inguinal mass About two months ago, I first noticed a hard lump approximately 4 centimeters in size in the groin area of my left leg. It feels soft on the surface but is hard at the base and painful when pressed, giving a sensation of being connected to other areas. After a few d...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
Recurrent episodes that come and go; it is recommended to first consult a general surgeon.[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: When to Worry About Tumors or Infections
Hard Lump Near Pubic Hair: Should You Worry About Tumors?
A hard lump near the pubic hair? I discovered a hard lump near my pubic hair while taking a shower. The surface is slightly red, and it feels a bit painful when I squeeze it. It has been there for about three days, and I'm unsure if it could be a tumor. Previously, I had a s...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hao / 15 years old / Male Hello, there are certainly many possibilities, and it is not possible to determine the issue through online consultation. You can tell your family to take you to a general surgery or family medicine clinic for evaluation. If you feel uncomfortable seeki...[Read More] Hard Lump Near Pubic Hair: Should You Worry About Tumors?
Understanding Renal Hemangiomas: Growth, Treatment, and Specialist Guidance
Renal angioma 1. In October 2019, during my health check-up, an ultrasound examination revealed a 1 cm benign hemangioma on my kidney. In October of this year, another ultrasound indicated that the benign hemangioma has grown to 1.3 cm. Is this growth considered rapid? 2. Is sur...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. Are you referring to renal hemangioma or renal angiomyolipomas? If it is renal hemangioma, it is quite rare, and renal angiography is required for diagnosis. 2. Unless there is significant hematuria or symptoms (such as compression of other organs or tissues), benign tumors ty...[Read More] Understanding Renal Hemangiomas: Growth, Treatment, and Specialist Guidance
Key Questions in Cancer Treatment: Insights for Patients and Caregivers
Cancer treatment-related issues? 1. Regarding the issue of colorectal cancer with liver metastasis, after ten cycles of chemotherapy and targeted therapy, the CT scan shows no change in the metastatic tumors, but the tumor marker has decreased from fifty to thirty. How should thi...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: First of all, regarding your cancer issue, it is best to consult your oncologist for answers, as I am not familiar with your condition and cannot provide guidance. Secondly, 1. I do not understand this; I have not heard of it. 2. Chemotherapy drugs should not be taken with...[Read More] Key Questions in Cancer Treatment: Insights for Patients and Caregivers
Post-Surgery Challenges in Stage IV Colon Cancer Treatment: Key Insights
Postoperative treatment issues for colorectal cancer? My father is in his seventies and has stage IV colon cancer with liver metastasis (both lobes have tumors of varying sizes). After undergoing bowel resection, he received 8 cycles of chemotherapy and 5 cycles of targeted thera...
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1. The thickening of the peritoneum indicates localized inflammation of the intestines, which may be a localized inflammatory response caused by chemotherapy. 2. The gallbladder issue was discovered incidentally and is not indicative of metastasis; the report suggests it may be...[Read More] Post-Surgery Challenges in Stage IV Colon Cancer Treatment: Key Insights
Understanding Brain MRI Reports: Insights from a Tumor Specialist
Dear Dr. Chen, please interpret the brain MRI report. Thank you? 109/09/16 Imaging or pathology report content Outpatient Zhang Yingzhen 4573630-9 F 5099 050 REQ# PROCEDURE: (15020011) Order Date: 2020/06/04 14:30 Corrected Report D55JCM5 MRI/BRAIN (For GK Follow-up) Execution Da...
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Mr. Lin / 57 years old / Male Regarding the interpretation of the report: 1. The images belong to Zhang Yingzhen, not you. 2. Online, you cannot prove that you are his relative; the outpatient clinic requires a dual identification authorization form, or you should have accompanie...[Read More] Understanding Brain MRI Reports: Insights from a Tumor Specialist
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Masses: Possible Causes and Concerns
Hard mass in the left lower abdomen? Hello, doctor. Recently, when lying flat, I can feel 4 to 5 firm lumps arranged in a line in my lower left abdomen. They are not painful or itchy, and they are especially noticeable in the morning, feeling larger (about one to two finger joint...
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Tang / 29 years old / Female Hello, 1. The outpatient appointment is scheduled for a CT scan in two weeks: further remote consultation is no longer meaningful. 2. Thank you, doctor, for taking the time to address my concerns and alleviate my anxiety. A: You have already rec...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Masses: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Neck Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Cervical lymphadenopathy Hello doctor, I have a lump located at the junction of my chin and neck, and the situation is as follows: 1. Duration: It has been over 1.5 years. 2. Size and texture: 1 to 1.5 cm, smooth, elastic, and movable. 3. Medical history: (1) In the past, wheneve...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Hello, because I am an oncologist, I can only answer questions related to tumors. 1. There is a lump in the middle of the junction between the chin and neck, and the situation is as follows: A: It has been over 1.5 years. The lump is smooth, elastic, and movable. It does not ap...[Read More] Understanding Neck Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Soft Neck Lumps: Common Causes and Symptoms Explained
Lump in the back of the neck? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a lump I recently found on my sister's neck, towards the back. It feels soft to the touch and she says it doesn't hurt. She mentioned that the lump appeared a few months ago (about one to two months)...
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Dear concerned sister, I would like to ask about a lump that I recently felt on my sister's neck at the back. She mentioned that it doesn't hurt and that the lump has been there for a few months. 1. What are the usual causes? A: If it feels soft, it could be a lipo...[Read More] Understanding Soft Neck Lumps: Common Causes and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Hard Masses in the Back of the Head: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Occipital bone lump? Hello Doctor: I have an unknown hard lump on the back of my head that sometimes appears and sometimes disappears, and it appears in different locations. Sometimes I also experience symptoms of migraines. I would like to know if this is a benign or malignant t...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
A lump on the back of the head that appears and disappears may likely be folliculitis or other benign inflammatory tissue, and it is unlikely to be malignant. For migraines, it is recommended to consult a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding Hard Masses in the Back of the Head: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Knee Tumors: From Benign Growths to Painful Symptoms
Tumor on the knee? When I was a child, I developed a benign tumor on one side of my knee. At that time, I was too young to remember the name of the tumor. The doctor suggested wearing a brace to see if it could be compressed back, but that didn't work, so I underwent surgery...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
It is recommended to follow up with an orthopedic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Knee Tumors: From Benign Growths to Painful Symptoms
Understanding Chest CT Scans: Can They Detect Lung Tumors?
Interpretation of Chest Computed Tomography (CT) Hello Doctor, traditional chest computed tomography (CT) can detect tumors in the lungs, but I recently experienced hemoptysis and went to a large hospital for a CT scan, which reported normal results. However, a month later, I sti...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: This is a question about "predicting the future" and even as a physician, I cannot know whether I will develop lung cancer next month. 1. The resolution of a CT scan is generally defined as being able to detect lesions larger than 0.5 cm, so smaller lesions canno...[Read More] Understanding Chest CT Scans: Can They Detect Lung Tumors?
Understanding Nodal Marginal Zone Lymphoma: Treatment Options During Pregnancy
Lymphoma Hello Doctor: I have non-Hodgkin lymphoma, specifically nodal marginal zone lymphoma (low-grade, stage I). 1. In April, I discovered a 2 cm enlargement of the right parotid gland, with no symptoms such as fever, swelling, or itching. 2. On July 1, I underwent surgery to ...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. The need for radiation therapy depends on the area being irradiated. If the radiation field does not include the breast or chest cavity, it is generally still possible to hold a child and breastfeed. 2. The rate of progression from low-grade lymph node marginal zone lymphoma ...[Read More] Understanding Nodal Marginal Zone Lymphoma: Treatment Options During Pregnancy
Understanding Bone Metastasis Risk in Breast and Lung Cancer Patients
Does breast cancer metastasize? Hello Doctor: My mother was diagnosed with stage I breast cancer (surgically removed) and stage I lung adenocarcinoma (surgically removed) last year. She has been undergoing regular follow-ups, and her recent CEA levels were 3.8, 5.4, and 6.2 over ...
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Jerry / 43 years old / Male Hello: CT findings: 1. Degenerative changes of the thoracolumbar spine, scoliosis of the spine, and osteopenia with osteoporotic changes of the visible bony structures, indicating degeneration. 2. No definite osteolytic or osteoblastic lesions or bo...[Read More] Understanding Bone Metastasis Risk in Breast and Lung Cancer Patients
Understanding Brain Tumor Symptoms and EEG Results: What You Need to Know
Regarding brain tumors? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask two questions. First, I have been experiencing occasional sneezing, coughing, weakness in my limbs, intermittent decline in vision and hearing, difficulty with speech and walking, frequent forgetfulness, vague headaches a...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. It is recommended to consult a neurologist. 2. Normal EEG results cannot be used to rule out a brain tumor; in other words, to diagnose a brain tumor, a brain CT scan or MRI is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Brain Tumor Symptoms and EEG Results: What You Need to Know
Navigating Cancer Care: Seeking Second Opinions and Treatment Options
Interdisciplinary treatment issues? My father originally had a small tumor in his lungs and would regularly visit the Pulmonology department for check-ups. Recently, due to sudden significant weight loss, he was referred by a new physician for a PET scan. After reviewing the repo...
Dr. Hu Ziren Reply:
1. It is recommended to perform a biopsy first to determine the cause (benign or malignant, lung cancer or other), and then discuss whether further treatment is necessary. 2. You may consider referring to an oncology specialist for further evaluation.[Read More] Navigating Cancer Care: Seeking Second Opinions and Treatment Options
Understanding Right Groin Mass and Joint Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Right groin mass + bilateral shoulder/knee/hip joint pain? Hello, doctor. I am a 59-year-old female housewife. From 2018 to 2019, I occasionally experienced dull pain in my right lower abdomen at night (at most once a month), which resolved after urination. Around October 2019, I...
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Lan / 59 years old / Female Regarding the issue of a mass in the right lower groin: 1. You have already undergone abdominal and pelvic ultrasound, so you have seen a doctor. 2. You should have had the doctor you consulted examine it! What did the doctor say? If there are any is...[Read More] Understanding Right Groin Mass and Joint Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding a Growing Lump: What to Do About Breast Tumors
I'm not sure what this is or what to do about it? Hello doctor, I am a sophomore male student. During the Dragon Boat Festival, I discovered a small movable lump inside my nipple that hurts when pressed. I initially thought it would gradually go away, but it has been growing...
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Dan / 17 years old / Male Hello, what should I do? A: Inform your family and see a general surgery outpatient clinic to determine if it is a fibrous cyst. A: The chances of it being benign are high, but it should still be evaluated by a physician. Actually, you should relax and n...[Read More] Understanding a Growing Lump: What to Do About Breast Tumors
Understanding Pineal Tumors: Size, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
I would like to inquire about pineal gland tumors? My sister recently experienced severe headaches and went to see a doctor, who diagnosed her with a pineal gland tumor measuring 6 centimeters. Although my sister mentioned that it might be benign rather than malignant and that sh...
Dr. Chen Sirong Reply:
Ms. Bai / 21 years old / Female 1. I would like to inquire if a 6 cm pineal gland tumor will cause any effects. A: Symptoms such as headaches and nausea may already be present. You do not need to worry about any additional symptoms; she will likely have regular follow-up appoin...[Read More] Understanding Pineal Tumors: Size, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Treatment Considerations for Stage IVA Colon Cancer
Postoperative treatment issues for colorectal cancer? Hello Doctor: A senior in their seventies has undergone surgery for a malignant tumor in the rectum, confirmed to be stage IVA, with a CEA level in the fifties, and multiple tumors of varying sizes present in both lobes of the...
Dr. Chen Yunfang Reply:
Hello: The most suitable respondent to these questions is the attending physician responsible for the treatment (to clarify the responsibility). Medical care is not a mechanical job; each person's experience and skills vary. I will answer based on my approach. 1. Generally...[Read More] Post-Surgery Treatment Considerations for Stage IVA Colon Cancer