Unexplained Skin Changes on Arm: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Skin on the arm In March to April 2023, I noticed a small red patch on my arm that had no wounds, was not painful, and exhibited slight localized warmth. Subsequently, the color began to darken, and the condition has since extended upward, with the skin becoming hard, darker, and...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
You can go to the plastic surgery department for evaluation.[Read More] Unexplained Skin Changes on Arm: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Post-Mini-Invasive Surgery: Understanding Lymphatic Swelling and Pain
Minimally invasive breast fibroma, constrictive band compression, slight swelling of the lymphatic vessels in the chest? Hello, I would like to ask, I had minimally invasive surgery for three fibromas on my right breast a week ago. There is no discharge or redness around the woun...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! Could you loosen the restraint a bit? It has been a week since it was applied. Please check with your doctor if it can be removed. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Mini-Invasive Surgery: Understanding Lymphatic Swelling and Pain
Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Surgery and Recovery Insights
Large area neurofibromas of the skin Hello: I would like to ask about a large area neurofibroma on the skin from my left neck to shoulder. If surgery is required, how long should I rest before I can return to work? Is this covered by health insurance?
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, the duration of rest should be determined based on the type of surgery performed. If a large tumor needs to be excised, it usually requires the orthopedic surgeon to plan how to transfer surrounding skin for coverage. Please consult your doctor for recommended rest time wh...[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Surgery and Recovery Insights
Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Surgical Options and Recovery Time
Large area neurofibromas of the skin Hello: I would like to ask about having a large neurofibroma on the skin from my left neck to shoulder. If surgery is required, how long should I rest before returning to work? Is there health insurance coverage for this?
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, the duration of rest should be determined based on the type of surgery performed. If a large tumor needs to be excised, it typically requires a preoperative plan from a plastic surgeon on how to transfer surrounding skin for coverage. Please consult your doctor for recomme...[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Surgical Options and Recovery Time
Why Did My Surgical Wound Split Open After Stitches Were Removed?
The wound immediately opened after the stitches were removed! I originally went to the hospital for surgery to remove a lipoma and thought that since I was already undergoing surgery, I would also have three small fibromas removed at the same time. On the day of stitch removal, t...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! The patient's age, history of diabetes, smoking and alcohol consumption (including secondhand smoke), presence of autoimmune diseases, and liver cirrhosis should all be taken into consideration. Additionally, the location of the sutures in relation to the joints is im...[Read More] Why Did My Surgical Wound Split Open After Stitches Were Removed?
Can I Request a Biopsy for My Fibroadenoma? Key Considerations
Can I have a biopsy? Hello, doctor. I have been monitoring a fibroma for two to three years. Recently, one of the fibromas has slightly increased in size to about 1.5 centimeters. The doctor mentioned that its shape is not as round and smooth as the others; it is more irregular. ...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! You can receive a coarse needle biopsy directly in the outpatient clinic, covered by health insurance. Stay safe! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Can I Request a Biopsy for My Fibroadenoma? Key Considerations
Why Did My Surgical Wound Split Open After Stitches Were Removed?
The wound opened immediately after the stitches were removed! Almost two years ago, I underwent surgery at the hospital for a lipoma on the back of my right thigh and three fibromas on the inner left thigh, left calf, and inner right thigh. During the suture removal, the wound on...
Dr. Li Qinglong Reply:
Lance: Hello, keloids are a matter of constitution. First, it is essential to confirm whether the pathological biopsy of the scar is indeed a keloid. If it is confirmed, any physician handling the wound will find it more challenging compared to wounds without keloid-prone charact...[Read More] Why Did My Surgical Wound Split Open After Stitches Were Removed?
Managing Post-Surgery Pain After Fibroadenoma Removal: What to Do?
Fibroadenoma Hello, doctor: I discovered a 4cm benign fibroma in my left chest at the beginning of August. After undergoing general anesthesia and surgical removal on August 16, I have been experiencing persistent headaches and a feeling of pressure at the back of my head every d...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Is it common to experience persistent headaches the day after surgery? Generally, it seems less likely to be a side effect of anesthesia. I recommend that you continue to consult your original physician and inform them that the current medication is ineffective. They may be able ...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Pain After Fibroadenoma Removal: What to Do?
Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Persistent Nipple Inversion Concerns
After the excision of a fibroma (minimally invasive), the nipple retraction cannot be restored? Hello, I just underwent minimally invasive surgery to remove a fibroma. Due to congenital nipple inversion (which can temporarily revert with pressure), I noticed about two weeks post-...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! We can observe first and wait for the underlying tissue fluid to accumulate to see if the nipple will return to its protruded state. If it remains inverted, we can consider flap reconstruction, but it is advisable to wait until you no longer wish to breastfeed to avoid mas...[Read More] Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Persistent Nipple Inversion Concerns
Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Persistent Nipple Inversion Concerns
After minimally invasive excision of a fibroma, the nipple retraction cannot be restored? Hello, I just underwent minimally invasive surgery to remove a fibroma. Due to a congenital nipple inversion (which can temporarily revert when pressed), I noticed about two weeks post-surge...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Replied.[Read More] Post-Fibroadenoma Surgery: Persistent Nipple Inversion Concerns
Understanding Neurofibromas: Symptoms, Risks, and Connections to Glioblastoma
Neurofibromas are benign tumors that arise from the nerve sheath, primarily composed of Schwann cells, fibroblasts, and other cell types. They are commonly associated with neurofibromatos Hello, doctor. Previously, my mother was diagnosed with a primary glioblastoma after a brain...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. The two conditions are different diseases. 2. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromas: Symptoms, Risks, and Connections to Glioblastoma
Can Neurofibroma Patients Undergo Gynecomastia Surgery?
Gynecomastia Can patients with neurofibromatosis undergo surgery for gynecomastia? The sensation of movement in the chest feels strange. 😅
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
There doesn't seem to be a significant connection between patients with neurofibromatosis and surgery for gynecomastia in males, right?[Read More] Can Neurofibroma Patients Undergo Gynecomastia Surgery?
Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Operation
Fibroid surgery After undergoing fibroid surgery, will my breasts become smaller? I plan to have the surgery next month, and I am currently in Australia. The procedure is scheduled to remove one fibroid on the left breast at the 7 o'clock position, approximately 2.6 cm in si...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, fibromas are classified as benign tumors, and the excision does not need to be extensive; however, it may still result in localized breast indentation after removal. This issue can be addressed during surgery by bringing the surrounding breast tissue closer together to min...[Read More] Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Operation
Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Procedure
Fibroid surgery After undergoing fibroid tumor surgery, will my breasts become smaller? I plan to have the surgery next month and am currently in Australia. The procedure is expected to involve removing one fibroid tumor on the left breast at the 7 o'clock position, approxim...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, a fibroma is classified as a benign tumor, and the excision does not need to be extensive; however, it may still result in a localized indentation in the breast after removal. This issue can be addressed during surgery by bringing the surrounding breast tissue closer toget...[Read More] Will Fibroid Surgery Affect Breast Size? What to Expect Post-Procedure
Should You Remove a 4cm Breast Fibroadenoma? Key Considerations
Does a 4 cm breast fibroadenoma need to be removed? Hello, Doctor. 1. When the doctor mentioned that I have a breast 'fibroma,' could it actually be 'fibroadenoma'? 2. My breast fibroadenoma measures 4.15 × 1.71 cm. Is it necessary to remove it? 3. If remova...
Dr. Chen Mingzhi Reply:
Hello: 1. Yes. 2. 3. 4. If you have specialists regularly monitoring your condition, given your age, surgery may not be necessary unless there is suspicion of other conditions such as phyllodes tumor, etc. Consideration can be given to minimally invasive surgery under local anest...[Read More] Should You Remove a 4cm Breast Fibroadenoma? Key Considerations
Understanding Post-Surgery Issues After Fibroid Removal: Recovery and Concerns
Issues Six Months After Fibroid Removal Hello, Doctor: In February of this year, I had three fibromas removed, each approximately 1.5 to 2 centimeters in size, all of which were benign. The doctor mentioned that I have a tendency to develop fibromas, so I need to have regular fol...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Recovery time varies for each individual, but most people will experience improvement, which does not necessarily mean a complete return to normal. The deeper the incision, the more vertical and three-dimensional scar tissue accumulates, leading to a prolonged sensation of hardne...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Issues After Fibroid Removal: Recovery and Concerns
Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Genetic Risks and Testing Options
Neurofibroma Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask about neurofibromatosis. My sister has neurofibromatosis, and I am her brother planning to have children. Is there a chance that the child will inherit it? Currently, I am one month pregnant. Should I consider amniocentesis or chor...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
There is certainly a certain probability that the child may be affected. It is recommended to consider amniocentesis or non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) in the future. You can discuss this further with an obstetrician. If you have any questions, feel free to consult a physici...[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Genetic Risks and Testing Options
Current Drug Treatments for Neurofibromatosis in Taiwan
Pharmacological treatment for neurofibromatosis? Hello Dr. Lu, I am a patient diagnosed with a rare disease, neurofibromatosis, since birth. I would like to ask if there are currently any medications available in Taiwan to treat neurofibromatosis. I came across an article stating...
Dr. Lü Mingchuan Reply:
Hello: After reading this website and researching some information, I found that currently, there is no such medication available in Taiwan. Even in the United States, the FDA has only approved this product in the past one to two years, and it has recently been made available for...[Read More] Current Drug Treatments for Neurofibromatosis in Taiwan
Which Medical Specialty Should You Consult for Neurofibromatosis?
Which medical specialty should one consult for neurofibromas? Hello Dr. Chou, I would like to ask about my condition. Since birth, I have been suffering from a rare disease called neurofibromatosis, which affects my hands, feet, and various parts of my body. Which specialty sho...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. You can see a plastic surgeon. 2. Congenital neurofibromatosis, seems to be type 1. 3. It seems that you cannot apply for a major illness card. 4. It is important to note that this condition may have a risk of some tumors transforming into malignancy at an older age (aro...[Read More] Which Medical Specialty Should You Consult for Neurofibromatosis?
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