Understanding Breast Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Breast blisters Hello, Doctor. Last September, during a self-examination, I suddenly discovered a movable spherical object located in the lower right side of my breast. I subsequently visited a breast surgeon for an examination, and the doctor diagnosed it as a cyst, approximatel...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Women aged 20 to 30 are indeed susceptible to dietary influences on hormone secretion, which can lead to changes in breast fibrocysts (fibrocystic changes). It is possible that the red date and goji berry tea may alter your endocrine status, causing the fibrocysts in your breasts...[Read More] Understanding Breast Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but one day in high school while taking a shower, I felt a small, slightly soft lump on the right side of my buttocks, close to the anus. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, may I ask if I have not already replied to you?[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but one day in high school while showering, I noticed a slightly soft small lump on the right side of my buttocks near the anus. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to be getti...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, this location is quite special; it could be a lipoma, an epidermoid cyst, or something else. It needs to be excised and examined to determine what it is. Allowing it to grow larger could lead to more complications. Any surgery will leave a scar, but most of these procedure...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Hello, I would like to inquire about lipomas? I apologize, but I discovered a small, slightly soft lump on the right side of my buttocks, near the anus, while showering in high school. I didn't think much of it until I got to college, when I realized it seemed to be getting ...
Dr. Chen Bingze Reply:
Hello, this location is quite special; it could be a lipoma, an epidermoid cyst, or something else. It needs to be excised and examined to determine what it is. Allowing it to grow could lead to more complications. Any surgery will leave a scar, but most of these procedures are c...[Read More] Understanding Lipomas: When to Consider Surgical Removal and Costs
Understanding Breast Pain and Fibroadenomas: What You Need to Know
Breast tenderness & fibrocystic adenoma Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old and around 2021, I discovered a hard lump in my right breast. I went to the hospital for an examination and was diagnosed with a fibroadenoma (which is movable and not painful), measuring approximately 2....
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Given your age, the likelihood of developing breast cancer is very low. As for breast tenderness, at 20 years old, it can be influenced by factors such as development, diet, and other variables that may contribute to the sensation of tenderness.[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain and Fibroadenomas: What You Need to Know
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Lipoma Removal Complications
Post-operative issues after lipoma excision surgery? I underwent lipoma surgery near my ankle joint on October 13, 2022. The surgeon mentioned that the lipoma was too close to the nerve and had adhered to surrounding tissues, so it was not completely excised at that time. In earl...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment; an ultrasound will help determine whether it is a lipoma or a fluid collection. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Lipoma Removal Complications
Understanding Anal Abscesses and Fistulas: Do They Always Require Surgery?
Anal abscess?? Anal fistula?? I found a lump near my anus after using the restroom. Later, the doctor said it was a fistula and that I needed surgery. However, after researching online, it seems like it could be an anal abscess, and I haven't developed any small openings (wh...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The National Health Insurance Quick Access is not a doctor; it can only provide general information for reference. Accurate diagnosis still relies on a physician. I understand that you may not comprehend why the doctor diagnosed you with a fistula. I can appreciate your reluctanc...[Read More] Understanding Anal Abscesses and Fistulas: Do They Always Require Surgery?
Understanding Perianal Hard Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery
Perianal mass Hello, doctor. I have a hard lump about 4 cm outside the anus that has been present for about a year. Last month, it suddenly became a bit red and swollen, but after a week, it returned to being a smooth hard lump. I did not experience any symptoms of an abscess, so...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
A sebaceous cyst originates from inflammation of the sebaceous glands and subcutaneous tissue, while an anal fistula arises from inflammation of the anal glands. Therefore, an anal fistula is connected to the rectum, and as long as the connecting passage is not excised, recurrenc...[Read More] Understanding Perianal Hard Lumps: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery
Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Duration, and Treatment Options
Hemorrhoid issues Hello, doctor. Can you help me determine if this external hemorrhoid is a thrombosed external hemorrhoid? It has been a month, and is there a possibility that it could shrink? I didn't have external hemorrhoids before; this started about a month ago after e...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on the photo, it appears to be a small thrombosed external hemorrhoid, which is showing signs of gradual absorption. If there is not much discomfort, you can wait for it to shrink on its own. However, if it becomes very uncomfortable, you may consider consulting a physician...[Read More] Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Duration, and Treatment Options
Understanding Fine Needle Aspiration Pathology Reports for Breast Tumors
Fine Needle Aspiration Pathology Report of the Breast Hello Dr. Lee, In September 2021, I had a breast ultrasound that revealed 4-5 cysts in my left breast. Following the doctor's recommendation, I have been monitoring them every six months. However, in February of this ye...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! I recommend performing a core needle biopsy for an accurate diagnosis. Currently, international treatment guidelines have excluded fine needle aspiration as a diagnostic method. Take care! Changhua Hospital is concerned about you![Read More] Understanding Fine Needle Aspiration Pathology Reports for Breast Tumors
Understanding Hemorrhoids: When to Consider Surgery and Treatment Options
Hemorrhoid issues Hello, doctor. I previously inquired about hemorrhoids. Initially, I did not have an external hemorrhoid issue, but after experiencing diarrhea for two days, I felt that my existing internal hemorrhoid had swollen and has not reduced in size. It is about the siz...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It is difficult to determine the exact issue without a personal examination; however, based on your description, it may be a thrombosed hemorrhoid. If it is located right at the anal opening, it can cause a sensation of a foreign body. Typically, it takes about a month for it to ...[Read More] Understanding Hemorrhoids: When to Consider Surgery and Treatment Options
Head Injury from Bumping: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head trauma - impact injury Doctor, I have a question. This afternoon (February 28), while I was organizing my home, I squatted down to look for something. When I stood up, I forgot there was something above me and instinctively stood up, resulting in a significant impact on the ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You experienced an incident on February 28, and today is March 1, which means it has been nearly 24 hours. If your symptoms persist, especially if you have severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, seizures, or weakness in your limbs, you should see a doctor as soon as possible....[Read More] Head Injury from Bumping: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Unexplained Anal Pain: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
It doesn't seem like an anal fissure, hemorrhoids, or an anal fistula, but it hurts a lot? Hello Doctor, recently I've been experiencing a sharp pain near my anus while walking for more than half an hour. It feels like a friction burn, and there have been two or three i...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to wear loose-fitting pants and pure cotton underwear, and to change them frequently. Generally speaking, the blood circulation in the perineal area is good, and small wounds heal quickly, usually just requiring the application of antibiotic ointment. If ...[Read More] Unexplained Anal Pain: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Red Bump Near Anus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Red fleshy growth at the anal opening? Hello, I have a red lump at the anal opening that usually has some discharge and also bleeds. It has been present for about 10 years. I would like to know what it might be.
Dr. Peng Xianwen Reply:
Given your age, the likelihood of hemorrhoids may be higher; however, it is still recommended to seek medical evaluation to confirm the diagnosis and determine the subsequent treatment plan. Director Peng Hsien-Wen, General Surgery, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Red Bump Near Anus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Small Hard Lump on Outer Thigh After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do?
A small hard lump on the outer thigh after a car accident? Hello, I had a motorcycle accident where I fell and the outer side of my thigh hit the ground, resulting in a large bruise approximately 10 cm in size. Following the doctor's instructions, I applied ice and then heat...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see a general surgeon and get an ultrasound. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Small Hard Lump on Outer Thigh After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do?
Understanding Anal Masses: When to Seek Medical Attention
Anal mass Doctor, for the past couple of months, I've been experiencing severe diarrhea, and a day or two afterward, I feel pain in an area about two finger widths from the anus when sitting down. When I touch it, there seems to be a hard lump, but there is no noticeable red...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
A lump near the anus after diarrhea, aside from hemorrhoids, can sometimes be caused by an inflamed fistula or an abscess. During an episode, it is advisable to take warm sitz baths and apply ointment. If there is no improvement, it is recommended to visit a colorectal clinic for...[Read More] Understanding Anal Masses: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Breast Fibroadenomas: Pain, Monitoring, and Treatment Options
Breast fibroma Hello, Doctor. I recently discovered a hard lump in my left breast and went for an ultrasound. The results showed several fibroadenomas, with the largest being about 1 cm. The doctor informed me that they are likely fibroadenomas and advised me to return for a foll...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, 1. Fibroadenomas typically do not cause pain, or may only cause mild tenderness. During your next ultrasound examination, you can inform the technician about the location of any pain to help clarify whether it is related to the tumor. 2. A follow-up appointment in three mo...[Read More] Understanding Breast Fibroadenomas: Pain, Monitoring, and Treatment Options
Understanding Groin Lumps: Post-Surgery Concerns and Lymph Node Issues
Inguinal mass Recently, three lymph nodes have been found in the right groin area, one of which has been present for a long time, while the other two were discovered recently (currently with no significant changes). A surgeon was consulted to excise one for biopsy, and the result...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
1. Temporary swelling of the surgical wound is a normal phenomenon. 2. The 0.5 cm lymph node on the left side can be monitored; if there are any changes, return for an outpatient examination. 3. Similarly, if it enlarges or presents other symptoms, a follow-up examination is ...[Read More] Understanding Groin Lumps: Post-Surgery Concerns and Lymph Node Issues
Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Thrombosed external hemorrhoid Hello, doctor. A week ago, I had diarrhea, and suddenly a lump the size of a peanut appeared at the anal area. It doesn't look red or swollen. It was painful for two to three days, but now I don't feel much discomfort, just a sensation of ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Thrombotic external hemorrhoids typically take 2 to 4 weeks to completely resolve. If there is no pain or discomfort, observation is sufficient. Applying hemorrhoid ointment can help alleviate uncomfortable symptoms, and taking warm sitz baths can also be beneficial.[Read More] Understanding External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
I saw the doctor, but I'm still in pain? The doctor said that the lump is not yet mature, so they prescribed antibiotics. After taking them for three days, there is now a hard lump that is painful to touch and also swollen. Is this normal?
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Based on your description, there appears to be a localized inflammatory mass that may develop into an abscess in a few days. If the antibiotics are not effective, it is usually necessary to perform an incision and drainage to expel the pus. It is recommended to seek further medic...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice