Understanding Neck Lumps: When to Worry and Seek Medical Advice
Neck-related issues? Hello Dr. Zheng, I would like to ask a few questions: A few days ago, I noticed several small lumps on my neck, located at the junction of my neck and head, slightly to the right of the center when I tilt my chin down. When I visited a traditional Chinese med...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If you are concerned, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngology clinic for examination and confirmation.[Read More] Understanding Neck Lumps: When to Worry and Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Tongue Bumps and Soft Palate Cysts: When to Seek Surgery
There are small hard lumps near the tip of the tongue, and a small cyst on the soft palate? Hello Doctor: This week, I suddenly developed a small hard lump on my tongue, located in the area marked in the picture with a slight black spot. I have already seen an ENT specialist and ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. If there is a small tumor on the tongue, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation for a clinical assessment. If a biopsy is necessary, it is typically performed under local anesthesia and can be handled as an outpatient procedure. 2. This procedure is similar to a ton...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps and Soft Palate Cysts: When to Seek Surgery
White Bump on Tongue: Should You Be Concerned?
A small hard lump with a white color on the side of the tongue? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have developed a small white hard lump on my tongue, and it feels uncomfortable when touched. Should I be concerned about any other issues that may require further examination?
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist if symptoms persist. Wishing you peace and good health.[Read More] White Bump on Tongue: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Lumps in the Neck: Lymph Nodes or Boils?
Posterior cervical lymphadenopathy? Furuncle? Hello, Doctor: I have read a lot of information about lymph nodes in the neck, but most of it concerns lymph nodes that appear under the jaw. I would like to know if there are patients who have experienced lymph nodes in the back of t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no obvious redness or swelling but there is pain, it may be due to inflamed lymph nodes or other soft tissue inflammation. If the pain persists and does not improve, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Lumps in the Neck: Lymph Nodes or Boils?
Understanding Lumps Behind the Ear: Causes and Concerns
A small lump appears behind the ear? Yesterday, my daughter suddenly developed a small lump behind her ear. Then, she started to have a fever in the middle of the night. I gave her fever-reducing medication, but she keeps saying she feels dizzy and can't get up. She has been...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, lymphadenopathy is commonly caused by inflammation. If there is a fever, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation and treatment immediately.[Read More] Understanding Lumps Behind the Ear: Causes and Concerns
Unexpected Growth on Tongue: What Pregnant Women Should Know
A lump suddenly appeared at the back of my tongue? Hello doctor, I am currently over 8 months pregnant. About a month ago, I noticed a lump at the back of my tongue. At first, I thought it was a burn from eating, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, recently, I...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
At the center of the tongue near the base, there are taste buds, and on the sides of the tongue, there are lymph nodes. During pregnancy, both taste buds and lymphatic tissue can easily become swollen. It is recommended that you visit an otolaryngology clinic for your condition. ...[Read More] Unexpected Growth on Tongue: What Pregnant Women Should Know
Understanding Lumps Between Chin and Adam's Apple: What You Need to Know
There is a lump between the submental area and the Adam's apple? Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I noticed a lump approximately 1 cm in size. Initially, it was slightly painful, especially when I pressed on it with my chin. The color was a bit darker than the surrounding ar...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, common subcutaneous tumors in that area include lipomas or lymph nodes. If it persists without resolution or presents symptoms, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for examination and confirmation.[Read More] Understanding Lumps Between Chin and Adam's Apple: What You Need to Know
Understanding Submandibular Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Submandibular mass? Hello, doctor: Around April of this year, I noticed a swelling below my right ear, approximately 1 to 1.5 centimeters in size. It does not hurt when pressed and is soft and movable. So far, it has neither increased nor decreased in size. Could you please expla...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, regarding the neck mass, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for examination.[Read More] Understanding Submandibular Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Lymphadenopathy Hello, Doctor: Recently, I noticed a hard lump on the back of my neck that does not move (it suddenly enlarged to about 1 cm). After visiting the clinic, the doctor diagnosed it as lymphadenopathy and referred me to the hospital's "Department of Gastroin...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
If you have doubts about the original diagnosis, you can seek a second opinion by consulting an otolaryngologist.[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Enlargement: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Understanding Stage II Oral Cancer: Is Neck Dissection Necessary After Surgery?
Oral mass Hello Doctor, my sister has a hard lump on her left buccal mucosa due to a rupture, and after a biopsy at the hospital, the result was malignant tumor (oral cancer). Bone imaging and a CT scan of the head and neck showed no lymph node metastasis. The doctor has classifi...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, there are various treatment options for oral cancer, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. It is advisable to discuss these options with your responsible physician.[Read More] Understanding Stage II Oral Cancer: Is Neck Dissection Necessary After Surgery?
Understanding Neck Issues: Insights on Fasciitis and Care Tips
Neck issues? I suddenly felt a lump on the right back side of my neck. It doesn't hurt when I press on it. After visiting an ENT specialist, I was told that it is fascia inflammation and advised to apply heat after showering. What else should I pay attention to?
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if a neck lump persists after a period of time, it is advisable to consult a physician for discussion and a basic examination.[Read More] Understanding Neck Issues: Insights on Fasciitis and Care Tips
Understanding Submandibular Swelling: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Submandibular swelling Hello, doctor. I have a lump under my right ear that is not visible on the surface, but I can feel a hard mass when I tilt my head to the left; it does not move. Additionally, I occasionally experience a tingling and tight sensation on my right cheek near t...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
It is recommended to visit the otolaryngology department at the hospital for relevant examinations if symptoms persist.[Read More] Understanding Submandibular Swelling: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Painful Lumps Behind the Ear: Should You Worry?
Postauricular swelling and pain? Hello doctor, today my dad asked me to check behind his ear and I found a round lump there accompanied by pain. Could it be cancer?
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is advisable to visit the ENT department of a hospital for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Painful Lumps Behind the Ear: Should You Worry?
Enlarging Left Neck Lymph Nodes: Should You Worry About Cancer?
The lymph nodes on the left side of the neck are increasing in size and number? Hello doctor, I have swelling in the lymph nodes on the left side of my neck. Initially, there were two hard nodes, approximately 2 cm by 2 cm. I went to a large hospital for examination and had a bio...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, "However, during the days of waiting for the report, the left side of my neck has developed about eight lymph nodes that have grown together, extending close to the collarbone." Rapidly enlarging cervical lymph nodes are often indicativ...[Read More] Enlarging Left Neck Lymph Nodes: Should You Worry About Cancer?
Persistent White Circular Lesion on Tongue: Causes and Treatments
There is a white circular sore on the tongue? In February of this year, I developed a lesion on the tip of my tongue, which I believe is due to excessive heat in my body, as I often get mouth sores. It appears as a small, rough, circular patch. I bought an oral ointment to apply,...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Without seeing the patient, it is difficult to diagnose the specific condition; however, based on your description, it is most likely a cystic formation following a tear in the epidermis and dermis. In such cases, the newly formed skin typically does not adhere to the surrounding...[Read More] Persistent White Circular Lesion on Tongue: Causes and Treatments
Post-Surgery Hard Lump Near Neck Tumor Removal Site: Causes and Concerns
A firm mass approximately 3 by 5 centimeters in size has developed adjacent to the surgical wound following neck tumor excision? Hello Doctor, my father has metastatic tumors in the left neck due to head and neck cancer. Recently, he underwent a neck dissection to remove the tumo...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the lump at the wound site continues to grow or harden, it is advisable to return for an earlier consultation with the original surgeon to discuss any changes or whether further intervention is necessary. Wishing you safety and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Hard Lump Near Neck Tumor Removal Site: Causes and Concerns
Is This Swelling Near My Ear a Sign of Enlarged Lymph Nodes?
Is this lymphadenopathy? Hello doctor, recently I have noticed a swollen lump next to my left earlobe that is very painful when touched. I would like to ask if this could possibly be lymphadenopathy? I read online that swollen lymph nodes can be mobile. What does that mean in ter...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Commonly, this may be due to parotitis or lymphadenitis. If the swelling or pain persists, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation and treatment. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hos...[Read More] Is This Swelling Near My Ear a Sign of Enlarged Lymph Nodes?
Understanding Neck Masses: When to Consult an ENT Specialist
Neck mass Hello Doctor: I am a patient with type 2 diabetes. Last week, I discovered a lump on the right side of my neck near the earlobe that is not painful, and I have no symptoms of a cold. The week before I found the lump, I had a minor outpatient surgery. When I returned for...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the inflammation or swelling may be due to lymph nodes or salivary glands, tumors, cysts, etc. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for further examination if symptoms persist.[Read More] Understanding Neck Masses: When to Consult an ENT Specialist
Understanding a Round Lump on the Sternocleidomastoid Muscle: What to Know
There is a round mass on the sternocleidomastoid muscle in the neck? Hello Doctor, recently I noticed a round lump above the sternocleidomastoid muscle on the right side of my neck (near the jawline). It is less than two centimeters in size and initially felt somewhat flat (but h...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, it could be lymphoid hyperplasia, a tumor, or a congenital cyst, among other possibilities. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist if symptoms persist.[Read More] Understanding a Round Lump on the Sternocleidomastoid Muscle: What to Know
Facial Washing Causes Nasal Pain and Metallic Taste: ENT Concerns
Experiencing pain in the nose while washing your face, along with a metallic smell, could indicate a possible nasal injury or sinus issue. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation and appropriate management? Hello Doctor: Recently, I noticed ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, in the first paragraph, it is possible to undergo a nasopharyngolaryngoscopy in the otolaryngology department based on the situation. In the second paragraph, it is indeed possible that there is temporomandibular joint inflammation; other less common conditions include sal...[Read More] Facial Washing Causes Nasal Pain and Metallic Taste: ENT Concerns