Sudden Sharp Pain in Right Breast: What Could It Mean?
Sudden sharp pain in the right breast? Hello doctor, this morning I woke up with a sudden sharp pain in my right breast (below the nipple). I would like to know if this is normal. My period is due in 4.5 days, and I usually experience breast tenderness before my period. Recently,...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! There are many causes of breast pain, and often the exact reason cannot be identified. Generally, after ruling out tumors, the focus is on symptomatic treatment. You had a breast ultrasound at the beginning of the month, which has essentially ruled out any tumor issues. Pa...[Read More] Sudden Sharp Pain in Right Breast: What Could It Mean?
Understanding Breast Pain and Hormonal Imbalance: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest issues Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I would like to ask a question. My menstrual cycle has been irregular lately, and two days ago, I visited a gynecologist who prescribed Shiton S.C. Tab 5mg and Estromon Tab 0.625mg. Both medications have side effects i...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to undergo an ultrasound examination by a breast surgeon. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Breast Pain and Hormonal Imbalance: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Diarrhea with Blood: When to Seek Medical Help
I would like to inquire about my gastrointestinal condition, experiencing diarrhea with blood? In the past two weeks, due to weight loss, I have been eating lighter foods (boiled chicken breast, fish, boiled eggs, cabbage, a little chili, and grapes). However, I have noticed that...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Due to persistent diarrhea, the intestinal mucosa experiences excessive friction and damage, leading to a bleeding condition. If this continues, it may allow previously symbiotic bacterial strains to penetrate through the damaged mucosa and attack the body, resulting in condition...[Read More] Understanding Diarrhea with Blood: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Symptoms and Management During Menstruation
Fibrocystic changes Doctor, I have a fibrocystic lump next to my nipple that becomes prominent and round like a blister during my menstrual period. After my period ends, it disappears, but sometimes it ruptures on its own, releasing blood and pus, and then it resolves. This sympt...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Please take some time to review breast surgery.[Read More] Understanding Fibrocystic Changes: Symptoms and Management During Menstruation
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Wound Issues After Adenoma Removal
Questions about the wound after adenoma surgery? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the lengthy description, but I appreciate your help! About a month ago, I underwent surgery for a breast tumor (approximately 2 cm adenoma). The wound did not require stitches to be removed and was dr...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello; when you have time, please return to the original hospital for an evaluation by your original surgeon. The Ministry of Health and Welfare Changhua Hospital is concerned about you.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Wound Issues After Adenoma Removal
Understanding Inner Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Pain in the medial aspect of both breasts? Hello, I would like to ask about a recent issue I've been experiencing. I feel pain when pressing on the inner sides of my breasts every day, particularly on the left side, where there is less breast tissue in the middle. However, I...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Hello, if you have fibrocystic changes, it is recommended that you continue regular follow-ups with a breast surgeon.[Read More] Understanding Inner Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Complications After Breast Biopsy
Breast biopsy surgery Hello Doctor: About a month ago, I underwent a breast calcification localization excision surgery. The surgical wound healed well, but a month later, I have been experiencing some pain below the wound, and I can feel a protrusion that resembles a varicose ve...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! The wound is healing well, and since it has been over a month, the likelihood of a hematoma is low. It is recommended to follow up with your original surgeon for an ultrasound. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Complications After Breast Biopsy
Understanding Post-Surgery Complications After Breast Cancer Surgery
Breast issues Hello doctor, I had surgery for stage 1 breast cancer one month ago. The day after the surgery, I noticed large bruises around the surgical area, and by the fourth day, the bruised areas developed blisters. My attending physician mentioned that this might be due to ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! After surgery, there will be swelling for a period of time. As for the causes of blisters, there are many factors. The skin of the breast is inherently very sensitive, and there are many individuals who are allergic to dressings, povidone-iodine, alcohol, ointments, beauty...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Complications After Breast Cancer Surgery
Can Surgery Proceed During Menstruation? Key Considerations for Patients
Surgical removal of a fibroepithelial tumor? Hello, doctor. I am scheduled for surgery on both sides of my breasts, and the surgeon mentioned that I will be under general anesthesia. I would like to know if the surgery can proceed smoothly if I happen to be on my menstrual period...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Menstruation does not affect general anesthesia. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Can Surgery Proceed During Menstruation? Key Considerations for Patients
Understanding Nipple Issues: Pain, Discomfort, and Possible Causes
Nipple issues? Hello doctor, I would like to inquire about an issue. I am 21 years old, and my right nipple is more prominent. It hurts when pressed, and sometimes it itches. If I press on it, it bleeds from a small hole. I can see small blood vessels on my right nipple, while th...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Please consult a breast surgeon for a physical examination and ultrasound. If you haven't had your period for a long time, you should see a gynecologist. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Nipple Issues: Pain, Discomfort, and Possible Causes
Breast Augmentation Concerns: Birth Control and Post-Pregnancy Changes
Breast augmentation issues Hello, doctor. 1. I would like to undergo a textured breast augmentation. I am currently taking oral contraceptives. Will this affect the procedure? How long should I discontinue them beforehand? 2. If I have breast augmentation before having childr...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
1. Currently, the use of the velvety surface method is temporarily not permitted. 2. It is recommended to consider it after giving birth, if possible.[Read More] Breast Augmentation Concerns: Birth Control and Post-Pregnancy Changes
Understanding Hard Lumps Under the Armpit After Breast Cancer Treatment
There is a lump under my mother's armpit? I would like to ask the doctor, my mother previously had breast cancer and has been treated successfully, but recently she has noticed a hard lump in her armpit that can only be felt when she raises her arm; it is not painful and can...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to visit the breast surgery outpatient clinic. If it has been a long time since your last follow-up examination, further tests are necessary. This includes breast and abdominal ultrasound, mammography, chest X-ray, and tumor markers. Take care! Changhua H...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps Under the Armpit After Breast Cancer Treatment
Understanding Breast Cysts During Lactation: Causes and Resolution
Mammary cyst during lactation Hello, last year, less than a month postpartum, I had a breast ultrasound due to discomfort from engorgement. The doctor mentioned that there were two cysts, each less than one centimeter. The doctor said to wait and see if they would resolve after I...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
During the breastfeeding period, the breast tissue secretes milk from the peripheral lobules, which is then transported through the ducts to the nipple. If these ducts become completely obstructed, it can lead to mastitis (swelling and pain). Occasionally, small cysts may appear ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Cysts During Lactation: Causes and Resolution
Can You Skip Mammograms During Free Health Checks for Implants?
How to perform a health check for breast implants? Due to congenital developmental issues, I underwent saline breast implant surgery 20 years ago. Now, in my 40s, I want to get a free health check-up, but I hesitate because one of the tests is a mammogram. I would like to ask the...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The "free adult health check" program provided by the National Health Service includes screenings for individuals aged 40-64 every three years, but it does not include mammography. Some hospitals may combine "free cancer screening mammography" with this progra...[Read More] Can You Skip Mammograms During Free Health Checks for Implants?
Understanding Male Gynecomastia: Insurance Coverage, Costs, and Recovery Insights
Gynecomastia Hello, doctor. I would like to know if general surgery is covered by health insurance. To what extent can it be covered? (Does it only include breast tissue excision or does it also include liposuction?) I just want to have a flat chest like an average male, so I can...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Generally, there is no health insurance coverage. 2. Either breast removal or liposuction can be performed as needed. 3. The costs vary by clinic or physician, ranging from approximately $60,000 to $200,000, depending on the type of surgery. 4. You will need to purchase ...[Read More] Understanding Male Gynecomastia: Insurance Coverage, Costs, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Post-Surgery Nipple Pain and Complications
Nipple issues Hello Doctor, I underwent nipple inversion reconstruction surgery at the beginning of January. However, about three months post-surgery, I started experiencing pain around the nipple area along with a hard lump. During my follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned it mig...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The nipple is the convergence point of the milk ducts. Surgical procedures may disrupt the original ductal system, potentially leading to obstruction at the outlet, especially if the nipple was previously inverted. This can cause retention of secretions in the milk ducts beneath ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Nipple Pain and Complications
Understanding Post-Surgery Nipple Pain and Complications
Nipple issues Hello doctor, I underwent nipple inversion reconstruction surgery at the beginning of January. However, about three months post-surgery, I started experiencing pain around the nipple area along with a hard lump. During my follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned it mig...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The nipple is the convergence point of the mammary ducts, and surgical procedures may disrupt the original ductal system (pre-existing retraction may lead to duct obstruction), resulting in the retention of secretions in the mammary ducts beneath the nipple, causing a sensation o...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Nipple Pain and Complications
Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know at 24
Breast lump Hello Doctor: I am 24 years old and have felt a movable lump to the left of my right nipple. It is not painful, and I can hardly feel it when I raise my arm or lie down, but I can feel it when my arm is down. What could this be? If it were breast cancer, would a hard ...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Breast lumps cannot be accurately assessed through online consultations; a physical examination by a breast specialist (primarily using ultrasound) is necessary for a definitive diagnosis and clinical recommendations. In younger women, common conditions include fibroadenomas and ...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: What You Need to Know at 24
Understanding Gynecomastia: Surgery Options, Costs, and Recovery Time
Gynecomastia Hello doctor, I am 19 years old, 174 cm tall, and my breast size is approximately a B-C cup with some sagging. I would like to ask what type of surgery I would need, as well as the costs and recovery time involved?
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: Generally, liposuction is sufficient between A and B. For B to C, if there is skin sagging, a small portion of the skin may need to be excised. The key focus for breast ptosis treatment is the appearance and shape. It is recommended to visit an outpatient clinic for an on-...[Read More] Understanding Gynecomastia: Surgery Options, Costs, and Recovery Time
Understanding and Treating Purple Bumps on the Areola: A Guide
Areola pimples A week ago, I noticed a purple bump on my areola (I'm not sure if it's a hemangioma, as I've had one on my back before). I tried to squeeze the purple bump, and it bled, but now the raised area hasn't gone down, and there is white pus appearing....
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: There is a higher possibility of hair loss; please take a look at breast surgery when you have time.[Read More] Understanding and Treating Purple Bumps on the Areola: A Guide