Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Complications After Breast Tumor Removal
Postoperative complications following chest surgery? Hello, I previously asked a question that wasn't very clear, so I'm inquiring again. I underwent a traditional outpatient surgical biopsy where the entire mass tumor was removed. The examination indicated that it was ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to return for a follow-up to check if there are any residual blood clots at the site of the original mass. If there is no infection, it can actually be resolved quite easily. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerned about you![Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Complications After Breast Tumor Removal
Understanding Fibroadenomas: Causes, Risks, and Dietary Recommendations
Fibroadenoma of the breast Six months ago, I had surgery to remove a fibroadenoma from my left breast, but the doctor informed me that there are still multiple lumps in my breast. Is this due to my body type? What is the likelihood of worsening? What dietary changes should I star...
Dr. Wu Yuting Reply:
Hello Jiajia: Breast tumors are closely related to one's constitution! The likelihood of malignancy in fibroepithelial tumors is approximately 0.125% to 0.02%, and the rates vary among different types of tumors. In terms of diet, it is recommended to keep it light and reduce...[Read More] Understanding Fibroadenomas: Causes, Risks, and Dietary Recommendations
Will Breast Surgery Cause Dents? Understanding Tumor Removal Concerns
Breast issues Doctor, I have a 1.9 cm breast tumor. If I undergo a standard surgery, will there be a depression in my breast? I'm so scared.
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to perform a core needle biopsy to confirm the diagnosis before proceeding with excision. Generally, after the removal of a breast tumor, the cavity will be filled with tissue fluid and will not result in a depression. Wishing you well! Changhua Hospital ...[Read More] Will Breast Surgery Cause Dents? Understanding Tumor Removal Concerns
Impact of Emergency Contraceptive Pills on Breast Tumors: What You Need to Know
Emergency contraceptive pills and breast tumors? Hello, doctor. I am taking emergency contraception for the first time due to fear of pregnancy. I would like to ask if taking the emergency contraceptive pill, which contains 1.5 mg of progestin (without estrogen), could potentiall...
Dr. Wu Yuting Reply:
Currently, there is no definitive conclusion regarding the impact of contraceptive pills on breast tumors. Generally, taking them once has minimal effect, but for long-term considerations, it is advisable to consider alternative contraceptive methods. ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊ Dr. Wu Yu-Ting,...[Read More] Impact of Emergency Contraceptive Pills on Breast Tumors: What You Need to Know
Understanding Triple-Negative Breast Cancer During Pregnancy: A Patient's Journey
Regarding triple-negative breast cancer and pathology reports, thank you, doctor? Due to my pregnancy, I am currently almost 7 months along. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at five months. On August 22, 2016, I underwent surgery to remove the tumor, which was later classified ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Your cancer recurrence index is as high as 136 (>30 indicates a high recurrence rate). It is recommended that you undergo chemotherapy and radiation therapy after giving birth. For chemotherapy, it is suggested to start with European paclitaxel combined with cisplatin; ...[Read More] Understanding Triple-Negative Breast Cancer During Pregnancy: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Multiple Fibromas: What You Need to Know After Surgery
Multiple fibromas I would like to ask about a fibroma that was found on my right side last year, measuring nearly 3 centimeters. Due to its size, surgery was recommended to remove it. There is also a smaller one on the left side that did not require surgery. However, during my fo...
Dr. Wu Yuting Reply:
Hello: From your content, it is unclear what specific question you would like to ask. It is recommended that you describe your inquiry more clearly. If a breast tumor is benign, it usually does not have any impact afterward, but you should be cautious of any abnormal changes. Che...[Read More] Understanding Multiple Fibromas: What You Need to Know After Surgery
Understanding Normal Symptoms After Breast Tumor Biopsy
Breast tumor biopsy examination I just had a core needle biopsy on June 23, and I am experiencing swelling, pain, and bruising in my right breast, along with numbness and tingling in my right hand. However, the wound is healing. Are these symptoms normal?
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please avoid letting the wound come into contact with tap water, apply ice packs, and take pain relievers. It will gradually improve. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Normal Symptoms After Breast Tumor Biopsy
Understanding Fibroadenoma with Hyperplasia: Biopsy vs. Aspiration
Fibroadenoma with hyperplasia Hello Dr. Lee, I apologize for the interruption. I would like to ask if there is a difference between a needle aspiration and a biopsy. If the results of the aspiration or biopsy indicate "hyperplasia" or "sclerosing adenosis," wo...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Core needle biopsy results can be trusted. Generally, benign breast tumors measuring 1 to 2 centimeters are manageable. If there is pain or other symptoms, it is advisable to excise the tumor. The issue arises when the tumor is larger than 4 to 5 centimeters; after excisio...[Read More] Understanding Fibroadenoma with Hyperplasia: Biopsy vs. Aspiration
Understanding Fibroadenomas: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Follow-Up Care
Fibroadenoma of the breast Hello Doctor: At the end of 2015, I had a mammogram that showed microcalcifications (but no clustered calcifications were found). I then underwent a breast ultrasound, which revealed a calcified mass on the right side. The doctor advised that monitoring...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to follow up with the same physician and not to visit multiple hospitals. Sclerosing adenosis requires long-term monitoring, as international journal studies have shown that it increases the likelihood of in situ carcinoma. Regardless of the type of biops...[Read More] Understanding Fibroadenomas: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Follow-Up Care
Understanding Inverted Nipples: Concerns, Care, and Treatment Options
Inverted nipple? Hello, doctor. I am currently 19 years old and have an issue with inverted nipples, which I first noticed during breast development in elementary school. However, I have not addressed it (I visited the hospital twice, but they advised me to wait and observe until...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! With the presence of discharge and inversion, the first step is to rule out the possibility of a breast tumor. Although you mentioned, "I first noticed it when my breasts were developing in elementary school," and "my condition has progressed to a stage wher...[Read More] Understanding Inverted Nipples: Concerns, Care, and Treatment Options
Understanding Male Gynecomastia: Insurance Coverage and Surgical Options Explained
Gynecomastia Hello, I would like to ask about my visit to the hospital for a breast surgery consultation. I have symptoms of gynecomastia, and the doctor mentioned making an incision below the areola to remove glandular tissue and fat. He said that this procedure would be covered...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Gynecomastia in males is a condition characterized by the proliferation of breast tissue, leading to the formation of breast lumps. Surgical treatment, as you described, involves the removal of glandular and adipose tissue. In Taiwan, this is handled under the National Health Ins...[Read More] Understanding Male Gynecomastia: Insurance Coverage and Surgical Options Explained
Understanding Vascular Proliferation in Breast Fibroadenomas: To Remove or Monitor?
Fibroadenoma with vascular proliferation? Hello, I live in Malaysia. During my last visit to Taiwan, I had a breast ultrasound that revealed a tumor. The doctor mentioned there was vascular proliferation. After a biopsy, although it was benign, the doctor still recommended surgic...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi of the Surgical Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: The determination of whether a breast tumor is benign or malignant is based on pathological examination of biopsy samples. If the breast tumor has been confirmed as benign through ...[Read More] Understanding Vascular Proliferation in Breast Fibroadenomas: To Remove or Monitor?
Understanding Benign Breast Tumors: Risks and Management Options
There is a tumor in the breast? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a question. My mother went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor performed a mammogram and ultrasound. They found a very small tumor in her right breast, but the doctor said it is still very small and,...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi of the Surgical Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Please schedule a follow-up examination in three months. In addition to imaging studies, cytological examination can also be added as a basis for determining whether the condition...[Read More] Understanding Benign Breast Tumors: Risks and Management Options
Post-Surgery Concerns: Persistent Hard Lump After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
Post-operative care after breast benign adenoma surgery? I underwent a breast adenoma excision surgery on July 17. The tumor biopsy results showed it was a benign adenoma. After the stitches were removed, there is still a hard lump at the site of the excision. The doctor mentione...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hua Hua: Hello, there is still a lump at the site of the tumor removal after surgery. Based on previous experiences, the likelihood of it being a blood clot is relatively high. If it does not disappear after applying a warm compress, I recommend that you return for a follow-up ap...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Persistent Hard Lump After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
Understanding Irregular Breast Lumps: Surgical Options and Concerns
There is an irregular lump in the breast? Hello, doctor. Today I went to the hospital for an examination regarding a movable lump in my breast, and I also had an ultrasound. According to the doctor, the lump in my breast measures 3.1 centimeters, and its shape is somewhat irregul...
Dr. Zhuang Renbin Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, I hope this message finds you well. Currently, the diagnosis of breast tumors primarily relies on: 1. Breast ultrasound, 2. Mammography, and 3. Fine needle aspiration cytology, which has a diagnostic accuracy for malignant tumors exceeding 90%. For benign tumors l...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Breast Lumps: Surgical Options and Concerns
Breast Fibroadenoma Surgery: Impact on Future Breastfeeding and Recovery
Breast fibroma..!!? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if having surgery on the breast will affect future breastfeeding, as I am not yet married. Also, if a lump is removed, will there be any indentation at the incision site? How long will it take for the wound to heal? Will one b...
Dr. Wang Zhitang Reply:
Hello, Xiaomi: Breast lumps are a concern for many women, as they fear the possibility of breast cancer. However, not all breast lumps are malignant tumors. The issue you mentioned pertains to fibroadenomas, which are benign breast tumors commonly found in young women. Fibroadeno...[Read More] Breast Fibroadenoma Surgery: Impact on Future Breastfeeding and Recovery
Understanding Breast Fibromas: When is Surgery Necessary?
Breast fibroma Hello Doctor: I have been diagnosed with a breast fibroadenoma measuring approximately 1.5 centimeters. I have consulted two different hospitals and received two different management approaches; one suggested that I only need to be monitored for 1-2 years, while th...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Dear Patient, Generally speaking, when a physician diagnoses a fibroma, it is often done through ultrasound. In your case, being a 25-year-old female with a 1.5 cm mass, here are some considerations: 1. Benefits of surgery: The excised tissue can be sent for pathological examin...[Read More] Understanding Breast Fibromas: When is Surgery Necessary?
Is Mammotome the Right Choice for Removing a Fibroadenoma?
Breast lump The doctor has determined that I have a 1.95 cm fibroadenoma in my left breast, which does not feel painful at all. I am concerned that removal might leave a scar. I learned about the Mammotome, a mini breast tumor excision device, which reportedly leaves a very small...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Ms. QQ: It is a common wish among young women to avoid scars from breast surgery. The Mammotome device indeed leaves smaller scars compared to traditional surgical methods. However, this device is not covered by health insurance, so it is advisable to consult further with your or...[Read More] Is Mammotome the Right Choice for Removing a Fibroadenoma?
Can I Consult You for Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery?
How to Doctor, have you performed a small needle excision surgery? Is it possible to come to you for treatment for a lesion in the chest?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Hello: This is indeed a significant question. From your message, it's unclear what issue you are addressing—are you dealing with a breast tumor or seeking cosmetic surgery? The techniques in plastic surgery are particularly focused on minimizing the size of incisions, which ...[Read More] Can I Consult You for Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery?
Understanding Breast Tumors: Causes, Pain Management, and Treatment Options
Breast pain I have already been examined, and there is a tumor in my breast. The doctor said it is neither a fibroadenoma nor breast cancer, and I just need to go to the hospital for regular check-ups. However, sometimes it hurts, and I am very worried. Why is there a tumor, and ...
Dr. Lin Shuilong Reply:
In general, to eliminate a breast tumor, surgical removal is the primary method. When faced with a breast tumor that shows abnormal cell proliferation (which could indicate breast cancer or a benign condition), doctors typically recommend surgical excision. Aside from that, most ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Tumors: Causes, Pain Management, and Treatment Options