Should You Surgically Remove An Atypical Fibroadenoma in the Breast?
Does an atypical fibrous cyst require surgical removal? At the end of August, a breast ultrasound revealed a 1.4 cm fibrocystic change in the left breast. After fine needle aspiration, it was not possible to determine whether it was a benign or malignant tumor. The doctor mention...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: The outpatient surgical excision and pathological specimen submission is being monitored by the Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Should You Surgically Remove An Atypical Fibroadenoma in the Breast?
Understanding Left Upper Abdomen Pain and Chest Flaking Issues
Flaking issues in the left upper abdomen and chest? 1. I have been experiencing pain in my upper left abdomen recently. It's not extremely painful, so it doesn't make me cry out in agony, but sometimes I can't tell if the pain is superficial, related to the bones, ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Left-sided abdominal pain is often related to gastric issues. It is recommended to follow a light diet for a few days and consider taking over-the-counter antacids. If there is no improvement, then consult a doctor. 2. It is normal for females in their developmental stage to...[Read More] Understanding Left Upper Abdomen Pain and Chest Flaking Issues
Does Fibroadenoma Surgery Affect Future Breast Development and Milk Production?
Does surgery for a fibroadenoma affect breast development? I would like to ask the doctor if undergoing surgery for a fibroadenoma will affect breast development (such as future milk secretion). I have had three surgeries before, two through the areola and one through the chest. ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! At 28 years old, breast development will no longer occur, but there may be instances of blocked milk ducts and inflammation during breastfeeding. For aesthetic reasons, current minimally invasive surgeries typically conceal scars along the edge of the areola. It's adv...[Read More] Does Fibroadenoma Surgery Affect Future Breast Development and Milk Production?
Does Fibroadenoma Surgery Affect Future Breast Development?
Does surgery for a fibroadenoma affect breast development? I would like to ask the doctor if undergoing surgery for a fibroadenoma will affect breast development (such as future milk secretion). I have previously had three surgeries, two through the areola and one through the che...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! I have replied! Stay safe! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Does Fibroadenoma Surgery Affect Future Breast Development?
Understanding Right Chest Pain After C-Section: Causes and Concerns
Chest pain Hello, I had a cesarean section two years ago, and recently I've been experiencing sharp pain in my right breast, but I haven't found any lumps. There is a pattern: whenever my menstrual cycle is approaching, my breast hurts, but my uterus does not. Conversel...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to undergo breast ultrasound and mammography. If necessary, a blood test for prolactin levels should be performed. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerned about you![Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain After C-Section: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breast Pain: Causes, Cysts, and Endometriosis Effects
Chest issues Hello, I am 26 years old. Recently, for the past few months, I have been experiencing breast swelling and pain starting about a week after my menstrual period, lasting until a few days before my next period, which is approximately two weeks. I also feel lumps in my b...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Exemestane may cause breast discomfort in less than 7% of patients. As for whether it increases the risk of breast cancer, the literature suggests that it should be avoided in patients with a history of breast cancer or those who have had breast cancer. I recommend ultraso...[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain: Causes, Cysts, and Endometriosis Effects
Should You See a Doctor for Lumpy Sensations Behind Your Nipples?
Nipple with multiple bumps? Doctor, excuse me, may I ask you a question? When I press on the area behind my nipple, I feel small lumps that don't seem to be hard masses. It hurts a little when I press on them. Should I see a doctor for this situation?
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit the breast surgery outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Lumpy Sensations Behind Your Nipples?
Understanding Fibroadenomas: Pain and Symptoms in Breast Health
Breast fibroma Ten years ago, I had an examination at the hospital that revealed several fibromas of varying sizes in my left and right breasts. The fibroma in my left breast measured as large as 3.6 cm (the doctor advised to decide on surgery after having children). After giving...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: There is nothing serious. When you have time, please visit the general surgery outpatient clinic for a breast ultrasound at Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. We care about you.[Read More] Understanding Fibroadenomas: Pain and Symptoms in Breast Health
Post-Surgery Recovery: Understanding Changes After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
Post-operative care after benign breast tumor excision? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond! I underwent bilateral breast surgery for benign tumors (papilloma) in early July. The incisions were made near the areola, so the surgeon operated below the areola. Be...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you return for an outpatient consultation. Thank you.[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Understanding Changes After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
Understanding Post-Surgery Changes: Hard Lump After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
One month after the excision of a benign breast tumor? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond! I underwent bilateral breast surgery for benign tumors (papillomas) in early July. The incisions were made near the areola, and now, a month later, I have noticed a har...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Postoperative wounds may swell and feel firm. After surgery for a benign breast tumor, there is no need for skin tightening or gap filling; the gap will gradually fill with tissue fluid to compensate for the indentation. Please return for a follow-up ultrasound. Take care!...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Changes: Hard Lump After Benign Breast Tumor Removal
Post-Surgery Treatment Considerations for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Patients
The appropriateness of postoperative treatment for breast cancer? 1. The patient has stage I breast cancer (Estrogen receptor: negative / Progesterone receptor: negative / HER2: positive / Ki-67: 60%). The postoperative treatment recommendation is to undergo six cycles of chemoth...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
If there are concerns regarding the treatment in a clinical situation, it is advisable to discuss them with the attending physician, as online consultation information is insufficient to determine the appropriateness of treatment. The imaging reports prior to chemotherapy and the...[Read More] Post-Surgery Treatment Considerations for HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Patients
Understanding Breast Issues: Purple Veins and Lumps in Young Women
Breast issues I am currently 20 years old and would like to ask about a recent discovery. I noticed a purple vein on my chest that wasn't there before. There are no hard lumps in my chest, but I do have a small swollen lump in my armpit that sometimes hurts when pressed, but...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Please take a moment to review the general surgical examination.[Read More] Understanding Breast Issues: Purple Veins and Lumps in Young Women
Understanding Breast Implant Materials: Safety and Follow-Up Care
Breast prosthesis materials Hello Dr. Zhou, I underwent a left breast mastectomy and unilateral breast reconstruction surgery with a textured silicone implant in early July last year. I recently learned that textured implants have been banned. I would like to know if there is an ...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. For patients who have undergone breast reconstruction with implants, in addition to the annual breast surveillance, they can also visit a plastic surgeon for follow-up (self-paid MRI), approximately once every 1-2 years. 2. For textured implants, an initial assessment can be...[Read More] Understanding Breast Implant Materials: Safety and Follow-Up Care
Understanding Prominent Areolas: Causes, Concerns, and Surgical Options
Nipple protrusion I am 169 cm tall and weigh 67 kg. I feel that my areolas are quite prominent. When I press them or expose them to hot or cold temperatures, they slightly flatten, but soon they become prominent again. When I press on my chest, I can feel something inside, but th...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. This could potentially be gynecomastia. 2. Generally speaking, males also have breast tissue, although it is not prominent, so the sensation of "feeling a mass when pressing on the chest without pain" may indeed be breast tissue. 3. If it is large enough to be co...[Read More] Understanding Prominent Areolas: Causes, Concerns, and Surgical Options
Understanding Temporary Chest Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Tingling sensation on the surface of the chest? Recently, I have been experiencing brief episodes of tingling in my chest for about a week. The sensation disappears after a light massage lasting less than three minutes. What could be the issue?
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Experiencing brief chest numbness is a non-specific symptom. Considering the age is close to the perimenopausal period, it is advisable to consult a breast surgeon for further medical history inquiry and ultrasound examination.[Read More] Understanding Temporary Chest Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Postpartum Breast Health: How to Check for Milk Cysts Safely
Breast examination Hello, I would like to ask about my current situation. I have just given birth and am breastfeeding. There is a history of breast cancer in my family, and because I did not wean properly after my first child, I currently have residual milk lumps in my breasts. ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please visit the breast surgery department for an ultrasound examination. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Postpartum Breast Health: How to Check for Milk Cysts Safely
Understanding Post-Bowel Movement Tremors and Breast Discomfort
Bowel issues / Chest issues I would like to ask the doctor a few questions. 1. Regarding bowel movements: Is it normal to have hand tremors after defecation? I used to think that my hand tremors after bowel movements were due to straining too hard, but I later noticed that some...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
1. There can be many reasons for hand tremors, and since they do not occur every time during bowel movements, a causal relationship cannot be established. For hand tremors, it may be advisable to consult a specialist in metabolism or neurology for further evaluation and treatment...[Read More] Understanding Post-Bowel Movement Tremors and Breast Discomfort
Understanding Surgical Options for Benign Breast Conditions
Breast biopsy issues? I recently had a breast biopsy, and the doctor said it was benign sclerosing adenosis. They recommended surgery to remove it because I seemed very anxious. The procedure is not minimally invasive, as it requires an incision of about 2 to 3 centimeters. If I ...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: Please go to the breast surgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Surgical Options for Benign Breast Conditions
Blood on Toilet Paper: Understanding Possible Causes and Next Steps
Stool issues, blood on toilet paper? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about the following information: @Symptoms: Occasionally (1-2 times a month, noticed for about 4 months), I notice blood when having a bowel movement, but it only appears on the toilet paper and not on t...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello, please schedule a colonoscopy at the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. We care about your health.[Read More] Blood on Toilet Paper: Understanding Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Gynecomastia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Gynecomastia Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been researching a lot about gynecomastia and still have some uncertainties. I found a hard lump under my right nipple and went to a surgical clinic for an examination. The doctor said it is likely gynecomastia, and it appears to be...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! The likelihood of breast cancer in young males is extremely low. The management of gynecomastia in males primarily involves three concerns: aesthetic issues, pain, and suspicion of malignancy. Monitoring changes in size is advisable, and if there is an increase in size or ...[Read More] Understanding Gynecomastia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options