Chronic Stomach Pain in a 32-Year-Old: Seeking Medical Guidance
Elder brother has been suffering from chronic stomach pain? Hello Dr. Chen, my brother is 32 years old. He has a smoking habit and an unhealthy diet (he enjoys fried foods and late-night snacks). For the past two years, he has been experiencing "stomach pain (severe enough t...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Based solely on your description, it seems that you often experience pain while "sleeping." If the pain symptoms resemble gastroesophageal reflux (such as chest discomfort, nausea, and burning sensations), you might consider trying antacids or acid reducers to see if th...[Read More] Chronic Stomach Pain in a 32-Year-Old: Seeking Medical Guidance
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
Blood in Diarrhea with Bloating: When to Seek Medical Help?
Diarrhea with blood, but no pain, accompanied by frequent belching and flatulence? My dad is 56 years old and often experiences hiccups and flatulence, along with diarrhea. He has trouble sleeping at night and gets up to use the bathroom. Today, he even had blood in his stool! He...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Excessive flatulence may be caused by swallowing too much air and is also related to the production of excessive gas in the digestive tract. If you notice that, in addition to burping, bloating, or constant flatulence, you also experience frequent diarrhea, persistent abdominal p...[Read More] Blood in Diarrhea with Bloating: When to Seek Medical Help?
Should I Remove a Growing Fibroma? Surgical Options Explained
Fibroma enlargement? Last March, a small tumor was discovered on my chest, measuring 1.9 centimeters at that time. The doctor suggested monitoring it. This year, it has grown to 4 centimeters. Should it be removed? Is it still possible to remove it using minimally invasive techni...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Soft tissue tumors can grow rapidly; for instance, a size increase from 1.9 cm to 4 cm within a year and a half suggests that early excision is recommended to prevent further growth that could affect surrounding normal tissues and aesthetics (the larger the mass, the larger the w...[Read More] Should I Remove a Growing Fibroma? Surgical Options Explained
Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery After Cervical Spine Surgery
Cervical conization surgery Hello, doctor. On April 2nd of this year, I experienced sudden dizziness and fainting for a few seconds after sleeping in a poor position in a car, due to congenital cervical spinal canal stenosis combined with bone spurs. I was diagnosed in China with...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to see a neurosurgeon after returning to Taipei and request an MRI of the cervical and thoracic spine to assess the status of nerve conduction. Best wishes, Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Neurosurgeon.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery After Cervical Spine Surgery
Addressing Hyperpigmentation on Back and Buttocks: Solutions and Costs
Hyperpigmentation issues on the back and buttocks? I have developed many dark acne scars on my back and buttocks, with two particularly dark patches on my buttocks. Due to excessive friction, my entire back has uneven skin tone, which looks unappealing and dirty. I also have simi...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. Recurrent inflammation can easily lead to hyperpigmentation. 2. The issue of acne inflammation and infection should be treated first, followed by addressing the hyperpigmentation. 3. Most cases of hyperpigmentation have the potential to improve. 4. If there has been no i...[Read More] Addressing Hyperpigmentation on Back and Buttocks: Solutions and Costs
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 Soft Finger Lumps and Unusual Skin Spots: When to Seek Help
There are lumps on the fingers and skin lesions resembling pimples on the abdomen? 1. Recently, I noticed a lump on my father's right finger. He mentioned that it doesn't hurt, and it feels soft to the touch. Which specialty should we consult for this situation? 2. Rec...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Skin lumps can have many possibilities; if there is no discomfort or significant change, they are mostly benign tumors. If removal is desired, you can consult a general surgeon for assistance. 2. If it is your father, it is likely to be age spots; if it is yourself, it may b...[Read More] Understanding Soft Finger Lumps and Unusual Skin Spots: When to Seek Help
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
Understanding Sharp Pain in the Upper Left Back: Causes and Solutions
Back issues - sharp pain in the upper left back? Hello, doctor. Since last year, I have been experiencing intermittent sharp pain in my upper left back. It feels like there is a needle stabbing me, and sometimes it hurts when I move my arm, while at other times it hurts even when...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Preliminary assessment suggests that at your age, the muscle fascia pain and inflammation are likely caused by poor posture. You can start by correcting your posture, keeping your head up and chest out, and avoiding prolonged bending forward or slouching. Apply heat to the...[Read More] Understanding Sharp Pain in the Upper Left Back: Causes and Solutions
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 Gynecomastia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Gynecomastia in males? Hello Doctor: I am 22 years old and have noticed a prominent protrusion in my chest since puberty. Between the ages of 13 and 16, I weighed as much as 67 kilograms, but I rapidly lost 5 to 6 kilograms by the time I was 18. Currently, I weigh about 57 kilogr...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! There are no lumps, mainly just fat accumulation. Weight loss through exercise can improve the condition. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Gynecomastia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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 Open and Tension Pneumothorax: Key Surgical Insights
Mechanisms leading to pneumothorax issues? Hello, Doctor. I have some questions regarding open pneumothorax and tension pneumothorax: 1. If there is an open chest wound that does not produce a bubbling effect or respiratory distress, can this be classified as a non-open pneumotho...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
1. Open pneumothorax refers to a wound in the chest wall that allows external air to enter the pleural cavity (the space between the lungs and the chest wall), which compresses the lungs and affects lung function. Diagnosis is primarily based on auscultation and chest X-ray exami...[Read More] Understanding Open and Tension Pneumothorax: Key Surgical Insights
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 Mild Gynecomastia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Costs
Mild gynecomastia Hello Dr. Lu, I have mild gynecomastia and I have some questions to ask you. 1. If there are no hard lumps when I press on my chest, is it correct to say that it is fatty gynecomastia? 2. Can fatty gynecomastia be eliminated through fat loss? Is it possible t...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello; 1. A clinical reassessment visit may be necessary. 2. Fat reduction occurs throughout the body and cannot be targeted for localized elimination. However, at 22 years old, you may still experience natural changes due to puberty, although the likelihood is low. 3. It is reco...[Read More] Understanding Mild Gynecomastia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Costs