Understanding Breast Ultrasound Findings: What You Need to Know
Breast ultrasound examination shows an abnormal finding? Hello Doctor, I am 28 years old. Recently, I went to the hospital for an ultrasound examination with a breast surgeon. I have been getting ultrasound checks every year, and the doctor mentioned that there is something on th...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Based on your description, I believe it is a benign tissue lesion, so there is no need to worry too much. Of course, you can monitor it with ultrasound, as ultrasound will not affect the fetus. - Dr. Hsien-Hua Hsieh[Read More] Understanding Breast Ultrasound Findings: What You Need to Know
Surgical Options for a One-Year-Old's Congenital Toe Fusion
Toe issues in a one-year-old girl? Hello, doctor. My little niece was born with her right foot's little toe fused with the sixth toe, completely merged without any separation. Over the past year, I've observed that the merged fifth and sixth toes are growing longer, whi...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Polydactyly surgery is not dangerous, especially in areas that are not weight-bearing. If surgery is not performed, it may crowd the growth space of the fourth toe. After two curettage procedures, theoretically, the apocrine glands in the armpit should be mostly cleared. However,...[Read More] Surgical Options for a One-Year-Old's Congenital Toe Fusion
Understanding Persistent Nipple and Areola Cracking: When to Seek Help
Breast issues Dear Dr. Hsu, Hello! I have been experiencing cracks at the junction of one of my nipples and areola, approximately 0.5-1.0 cm in length. Each time, I apply Mentholatum ointment for 2-3 days, and it heals, but it recurs after a while (about 7-8 times now), always i...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Cheng, This situation pertains to a skin issue, most likely caused by eczema or dry skin. It is advisable to consult a dermatologist (normal breast ultrasound and mammography have already preliminarily ruled out breast diseases). Wishing you good health and all ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Nipple and Areola Cracking: When to Seek Help
Understanding Breast Issues: Hard Lump on Nipple Before Menstruation
Breast issues A round, firm lump approximately 0.7 cm in size has developed on the areola. It was suddenly noticed a few days before my menstrual cycle, and it is slightly painful when pressed. Could this be related to my menstrual cycle? However, I have not experienced this cond...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Miss, This is Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi from the Department of Surgery at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. Based on the description in your letter, this foreign body appears to have originated from the epidermis. If it has developed suddenly, the likelihood of infecti...[Read More] Understanding Breast Issues: Hard Lump on Nipple Before Menstruation
Understanding Nipple Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Nipple pain issues? Hello, doctor: I noticed nipple pain while showering last winter. Upon examination, I found a wound resembling a fissure, but there was no unusual discharge. After some time, the pain suddenly disappeared, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, th...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Water, Hello. In winter, the skin is prone to dryness, which can lead to裂傷 (fissures). Additionally, it may also be eczema. In the worst-case scenario, it could be skin lesions caused by malignant tumors on the nipple or areola. I recommend visiting the surgical outpatient ...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Pain: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Nipple Peeling: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Nipple issues? Hello Doctor: I have peeling on my right nipple, but it is limited to the nipple area and does not involve the areola. I have seen a lot of information online and noticed that many people with peeling also experience itching or discharge, but I have neither dischar...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
The symptoms you mentioned are actually quite common in clinical practice. I admire your effort to research and understand your body online. However, the information available on the internet can be both accurate and incomplete. Since you haven't found matching symptoms, I s...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Peeling: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Understanding Hard Lumps Under the Areola: What Men Should Know
Hard lump beneath the areola? I have noticed a hard lump about 1.5 cm in size located in the upper part of my right areola over the past couple of days. It is slightly painful when pressed. What could this be? I haven't paid attention to how long it has been there. I am an a...
Dr. Li Guoding Reply:
Dear Dr. Li Guoding, Department of Surgery, Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: 1) A hard lump under the male breast is usually indicative of "gynecomastia." 2) Men can also develop breast cancer, although the incidence is very low. 3) A chest X-ray cannot...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps Under the Areola: What Men Should Know
Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: When to Seek Medical Advice
Breast lump Hello Dr. Lin, My 15-year-old daughter informed me yesterday that she has discovered a small hard lump located beneath the areola of her left breast (this lump was not present before). The lump appears to have a slightly dark green color, and when touched, it feels ...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Miss Helen has a hard lump beneath the skin of her areola that moves with the hand and is not painful. This occurs in a 15-year-old girl and is likely a benign tumor; however, its presence is abnormal. It is recommended to consult a breast surgeon or a general surgeon for an ultr...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps in Teens: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Nipple Appearance: Is Your Hormone Balance Normal?
Nipple issues! My nipples and areolas are parallel! They look like a woman's. It seems that women's nipples become erect during sexual arousal, while men's are usually protruding. Mine are aligned with the areola! Occasionally, they do become erect, which is differ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Nipple inversion is caused by a deficiency of connective tissue beneath the nipple, and it has three degrees of severity. In more severe cases, the nipple may not protrude at all, requiring surgical intervention for correction.[Read More] Understanding Nipple Appearance: Is Your Hormone Balance Normal?
Breast Areola Reduction: Impact on Breastfeeding and Costs Explained
About breast augmentation? Will areola reduction surgery affect breastfeeding? If I become pregnant again, will the areolas enlarge again? What is the approximate cost, and how long after giving birth can the procedure be performed? Thank you!
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Nipple reduction does not affect glandular secretion. Pregnancy is unlikely to return the nipples to their original state. The cost is approximately between 15,000 to 25,000 TWD. It is recommended to wait 3 to 6 months after weaning before proceeding.[Read More] Breast Areola Reduction: Impact on Breastfeeding and Costs Explained
Understanding Breast Reduction Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Pain Management
Breast reduction Hello, I am a lesbian and I want to undergo breast reduction surgery to achieve a flat chest like a male. Is psychological counseling still necessary? Will the surgery be painful? Some surgeries can still be painful even after anesthesia. How long will I need to ...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If general anesthesia is used, there will be no pain during the surgery, but there may be pain for a few days afterward. The hospital stay is approximately three to four days, and the surgery lasts about two to four hours. I personally recommend performing breast reduction, areol...[Read More] Understanding Breast Reduction Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Pain Management
Can Breast Lift Surgery Fix Postpartum Sagging? Expert Insights
Can breast augmentation surgery be performed for postpartum breast sagging? Hello Dr. Luo: Five years ago, after giving birth, I may have lost weight too quickly during postpartum weight loss, which has caused my breast skin to become excessively loose, resulting in sagging breas...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If the breasts are not large, breast augmentation surgery can be considered, with costs ranging from 100,000 to 150,000 NTD; however, if the breasts are not small and one does not wish to undergo breast augmentation, can a nipple-areola lift surgery be a solution? A thorough eval...[Read More] Can Breast Lift Surgery Fix Postpartum Sagging? Expert Insights
Understanding Areola Size Changes After Pregnancy: What’s Normal?
Areola size Dear Dr. Chang: I would like to ask about a concern I have. After giving birth to my first child nearly three years ago, I have noticed that my areolas have been continuously expanding, measuring about 8 centimeters. I am unsure if this is a normal occurrence or if ...
Dr. Zhang Zhenxiang Reply:
The Department of Surgery at Tainan Hospital replies: Hello, due to the lack of detailed information regarding your inquiry, for your health considerations, please visit the outpatient clinic for a more comprehensive physical assessment by a qualified physician. Thank you. Tainan...[Read More] Understanding Areola Size Changes After Pregnancy: What’s Normal?
Understanding Breast Health: Common Concerns and Self-Examination Tips
Will I die? May I ask... isn't it said that a breast self-exam only counts if you feel a lump? What does that lump feel like? When I check myself, I often feel something hard that feels uneven. So is that what is referred to as a lump, or is it just the normal structure of t...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Breast self-examination should be performed at an appropriate time, typically 3-5 days after menstruation, when hormonal influence is minimal, making it more accurate. It is important to use the pads of your fingers rather than the tips to conduct the examination correctly. Gener...[Read More] Understanding Breast Health: Common Concerns and Self-Examination Tips
Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: To Remove or Not?
Regarding the breasts..? Hello Dr. Lin: I previously consulted you about my condition, and I have since undergone examinations at the hospital. The doctor diagnosed it as a fibrocystic breast condition. However, I am unsure whether I need to have it surgically removed. If I do ha...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Fibrocystic changes are benign tumors of the breast. If a cyst measures 0.9 centimeters, it is recommended to perform a breast aspiration for cytological examination to confirm the diagnosis as a fibrocyst or something else. Generally speaking, if surgically removed, it is unlike...[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Breast Changes: To Remove or Not?
Understanding Nipple Reduction and Lightening Procedures: What to Know
Nipple retraction, hypopigmented? Consulting a physician: Before I gave birth, my nipples and areolas were already dark due to my regular coffee consumption. After breastfeeding for nearly 40 days, my nipples have enlarged to about one centimeter. I have heard about a reduction p...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The color of the nipple and areola is related to individual constitution and is not directly associated with coffee consumption. During breastfeeding, the nipples may enlarge, which is a temporary phenomenon; it is advisable to reassess the need for surgery six months after stopp...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Reduction and Lightening Procedures: What to Know
Understanding Inverted Nipples: Surgery, Scarring, and Costs
Nipple inversion I have inverted nipples on both sides. Will there be scars after the surgery? What is the approximate cost?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
There are various surgical methods for correcting inverted nipples. Some surgeons perform the procedure by making an incision directly on the nipple, which results in less noticeable scarring post-operatively. Others may opt for an incision along the edge of the areola, which can...[Read More] Understanding Inverted Nipples: Surgery, Scarring, and Costs
Can Scars from Breast Reduction Surgery Be Removed?
Scar Can the scars left on the areola after breast reduction surgery be eliminated? Thank you!
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Scars cannot be completely eliminated, as they vary in appearance due to individual scar formation tendencies and the different skin tension in various areas. Scars around the areola generally appear lighter than the surrounding skin and tend to widen over time due to increased t...[Read More] Can Scars from Breast Reduction Surgery Be Removed?
Understanding Enlarged Nipples in Males: Causes and Solutions
Nipple I would like to ask why my nipples and areolas have been significantly larger than those of typical boys since middle school. This issue has been bothering me, especially during the summer when I feel embarrassed to go swimming. Are there any treatment options available?
Dr. Lin Shuilong Reply:
It is currently recommended that you seek further consultation with an orthopedic specialist.[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Nipples in Males: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Small Bumps Near the Nipple: What You Need to Know
Small protrusions on the breast? Hello~~ I have some small bumps near my nipple (on the areola)~~ Some people say that there are normally small raised spots around the areola~~ but mine are located right next to the nipple~~ What could that be? Is it a tumor? Because it doesn...
Dr. Wang Qichao Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be normal. If you are still concerned, you can observe it for a while to see if it becomes larger, harder, or has any abnormal discharge. If it does increase in size, you should consult a specialist. If there are no changes, you can feel rea...[Read More] Understanding Small Bumps Near the Nipple: What You Need to Know