Understanding Nipple Reduction Surgery: Costs and Considerations
Nipple reduction surgery Hi, doctor. I would like to ask if you perform nipple reduction surgery? If so, how much does it cost? Thank you.
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The cost of nipple reduction surgery is generally around NT$15,000 for both sides, and the procedure will depend on the specific circumstances.[Read More] Understanding Nipple Reduction Surgery: Costs and Considerations
10-Year-Old Boy with Painful Lump in One Nipple: What to Do?
A 10-year-old boy has a hard lump on his nipple? Hello Dr. Lin: My son is 10 years old, and I recently noticed a hard lump on one of his nipples. It is painful to touch, and it seems that the entire breast on that side is also larger than the other. I really don't know how t...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Dear Anxious Father, Your son is 10 years old, and in the past couple of days, you have noticed a hard lump in one of his nipples, which is painful to the touch, and it seems that the entire breast is larger than the other side. This situation is not uncommon. It is often caused...[Read More] 10-Year-Old Boy with Painful Lump in One Nipple: What to Do?
Understanding Breast Pain: What to Know About Your Symptoms
Breast issues? Hello, I have a question for the doctor regarding breast issues. Typically, breast swelling and pain occur before menstruation, but my current issue is that my breasts do not swell or hurt when my period arrives. Instead, they are consistently swollen and painful w...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Miss Hsiao-Rong: Breast tenderness is often related to hormonal secretion, so it is common to experience this sensation around the time of menstruation. However, this is not always the case. Your situation appears to be the opposite, and if you are also experiencing other symptom...[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain: What to Know About Your Symptoms
Understanding Nipple Appearance: Is Your Hormone Balance Normal?
Nipple issues! My nipples and areolas are parallel! They look like a woman's. It seems that women's nipples become erect during sexual arousal, while men's are usually protruding. Mine are aligned with the areola! Occasionally, they do become erect, which is differ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Nipple inversion is caused by a deficiency of connective tissue beneath the nipple, and it has three degrees of severity. In more severe cases, the nipple may not protrude at all, requiring surgical intervention for correction.[Read More] Understanding Nipple Appearance: Is Your Hormone Balance Normal?
Understanding Breast Lumps and Unusual Nipple Discharge
Masses and secretions? If there are lumps in the breast and the nipple has an unclear whitish-yellow discharge, is there a correlation between the two? If it is just a fibrocystic change, will there be any discharge from the nipple? If there are small, hard lumps in the armpit, c...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
The presence of a hard lump in the breast and a whitish-yellow discharge from the nipple are not necessarily related. Generally, fibrocystic changes do not cause nipple discharge. The small, hard lumps in the armpit are more likely to be sebaceous cysts, which are usually benign....[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps and Unusual Nipple Discharge
Post-Surgery Challenges in Stage 4 Breast Cancer Recovery
Post-operative issues after breast cancer surgery? Dear Doctor, My mother has stage 4 breast cancer. She underwent surgery to remove her left breast a year ago, but the wound has not healed and continues to ulcerate. Recently, we have noticed signs of the wound expanding, and w...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
In clinical practice, breast cancer is typically classified into four stages for convenience. Stage I: The tumor within the breast has a diameter of less than 2 centimeters. These tumors are mostly painless and can be movable upon palpation. The cancer is localized within the b...[Read More] Post-Surgery Challenges in Stage 4 Breast Cancer Recovery
Understanding Breast Cancer Symptoms: Key Questions and Answers
Please clarify your question? Hello, I have a few questions for Dr. Lin: Last year, I experienced persistent pain in my left arm, which initially was localized to the arm but has now extended to the entire arm and left chest. After seeing a doctor and undergoing an ultrasound, I ...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hello Ms. Mandy, After reading your letter, I understand that you are a serious woman who takes great care of herself. Here are the answers to your questions: 1. In Taiwan, women tend to have smaller breasts with less fat and denser tissue, making ultrasound a very effective an...[Read More] Understanding Breast Cancer Symptoms: Key Questions and Answers
Understanding Painful Nipple Pressure: Causes and Concerns
Pain when the nipple is pressed? There is pain when pressing on a certain part of the nipple, but there are no visible signs. Recently, during my menstrual period, I felt a small lump, so I'm not sure why this is happening.
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Breast or nipple pain upon pressure, without any visible abnormalities, is a common complaint among adolescent females, and it can sometimes be difficult to identify the cause. Breast and nipple swelling during the menstrual period is caused by hormonal secretion, and similarly, ...[Read More] Understanding Painful Nipple Pressure: Causes and Concerns
Can Breast Appearance Be Restored After Pregnancy and Nursing?
Can it return to its previous state? Hello Dr. Lu: I have been breastfeeding since mid-July 2002, going through pregnancy and lactation, and I am now gradually weaning. However, my breasts are uneven, with one side larger than the other, and the larger side is still being nursed ...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Breast asymmetry can be adjusted, and darker nipples can be lightened with depigmenting cream. Based on your description, it is advisable to consult a physician for a comprehensive evaluation to determine the best course of action. A qualified physician can be verified through th...[Read More] Can Breast Appearance Be Restored After Pregnancy and Nursing?
Breast Areola Reduction: Impact on Breastfeeding and Costs Explained
About breast augmentation? Will areola reduction surgery affect breastfeeding? If I become pregnant again, will the areolas enlarge again? What is the approximate cost, and how long after giving birth can the procedure be performed? Thank you!
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Nipple reduction does not affect glandular secretion. Pregnancy is unlikely to return the nipples to their original state. The cost is approximately between 15,000 to 25,000 TWD. It is recommended to wait 3 to 6 months after weaning before proceeding.[Read More] Breast Areola Reduction: Impact on Breastfeeding and Costs Explained
Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Care Tips
There is a lump in the breast? Hello Doctor, I have noticed hard lumps in both of my breasts. The lump on the right side is located in the lower right quadrant, and the lump on the left side is in the upper right quadrant. I had an examination three years ago, and a doctor in Tai...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
A young woman has had hard lumps in both breasts for three years, along with itching and pain in the nipples. It is recommended to have annual follow-up examinations with a general surgeon or a breast surgeon, and to undergo at least one breast ultrasound each year to monitor for...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Care Tips
Understanding Sebaceous Cysts: Concerns About Groin and Breast Symptoms
Strange things? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if sebaceous cysts can occur in the genital area. Recently, I noticed a small bump that looks like a pimple in the area covered by pubic hair. This has never happened before. The bump is small and does not hurt if I leave it alon...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hello, Ms. Ching: You mentioned that you have developed something resembling a pimple in the area covered by pubic hair. As you noted, the occurrence of sebaceous cysts is more common, and folliculitis can also easily occur. If local hygiene is insufficient, inflammation may aris...[Read More] Understanding Sebaceous Cysts: Concerns About Groin and Breast Symptoms
Understanding Hard Lumps Under Nipples: Should You Worry About Breast Cancer?
Nipple lump Recently, I noticed a small hard lump under my nipple, but there is no discharge. Does this symptom indicate breast cancer?
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
A young adolescent female, during her developmental stage, has a small hard lump beneath the nipple, but there is no discharge. This is mostly indicative of benign breast development, which is different from the signs of breast cancer. Breast cancer typically presents as a painle...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps Under Nipples: Should You Worry About Breast Cancer?
Understanding Painful Nipple Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Nipple lump This morning I woke up to find a hard lump on my nipple, and it hurts when I touch it. I'm a bit worried about what this symptom could be. How can I get rid of this lump? What could be causing this symptom? Are there any dietary or lifestyle changes I should pay ...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
During the developmental period of a 12-year-old male, the appearance of painful lumps in the nipples can have various causes, most of which are benign and related to hormonal changes during development. The focus should not be on how to eliminate these lumps, but rather on inves...[Read More] Understanding Painful Nipple Lumps: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Understanding Breast Size Discrepancies: Concerns and Insights for Young Women
Worrisome breast issues? Hello Doctor, I am a 20-year-old female and would like to ask you some questions. My breasts are uneven in size, with the left breast being significantly smaller than the right, approximately half the size. This has been the case since I started develop...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hello, Miss Indigo: It is quite common to have differences in breast size, but a discrepancy of half a size is less common, and the cause is often unclear. In a few cases, it may be related to trauma during breast development in childhood. Breast cancer can cause asymmetry in bre...[Read More] Understanding Breast Size Discrepancies: Concerns and Insights for Young Women
Understanding Unusual Bowel Odor: Causes and Solutions
The odor of feces continues? Hello, Dr. Lin: I have been experiencing this for a week now, and it never happened before. I haven't been passing gas, yet my body still has a fecal odor that seems to be getting worse each day. Even when I don't want to have a bowel moveme...
Dr. Lin Hongmao Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu, Regarding your questions, this is the first time I have encountered such issues, but we can discuss them in several parts: 1. Concerning whether there is a problem with the colon, you can schedule an examination at an outpatient clinic. If there are no anatomical ...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Bowel Odor: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Small Tumors: Are They Signs of Breast Cancer?
Small tumor Hello doctor, there is a round hard mass about 1 cm in size located approximately 4 cm above my left nipple. I can feel it, but it is not painful. Could this be a tumor? Is it a sign of breast cancer? I would greatly appreciate your help in addressing my concerns. Tha...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hello Miss Xiaohua: A young woman with a one-centimeter hard mass in her breast that is not painful most likely has a fibroepithelial tumor or a breast cyst, as both are benign tumors. However, if this occurs around the time of menstruation, it could also be due to glandular swel...[Read More] Understanding Small Tumors: Are They Signs of Breast Cancer?
Understanding Breast Reduction Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Pain Management
Breast reduction Hello, I am a lesbian and I want to undergo breast reduction surgery to achieve a flat chest like a male. Is psychological counseling still necessary? Will the surgery be painful? Some surgeries can still be painful even after anesthesia. How long will I need to ...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If general anesthesia is used, there will be no pain during the surgery, but there may be pain for a few days afterward. The hospital stay is approximately three to four days, and the surgery lasts about two to four hours. I personally recommend performing breast reduction, areol...[Read More] Understanding Breast Reduction Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Pain Management
Understanding Inverted Nipples: When to Seek Help and What to Expect
Nipple inversion Excuse me! I apologize for the interruption, but I have a question... I have had severe inverted nipples since childhood, and I don't know which specialist to consult. Should I go to an obstetrician-gynecologist, or should I go directly to a plastic surgeon?...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
Please use the 'query function' to search for past responses regarding inverted nipples. Generally, this falls under the field of plastic surgery; it will not affect fertility; the cost is approximately 10,000 NTD per side; there is still a possibility that the nipple m...[Read More] Understanding Inverted Nipples: When to Seek Help and What to Expect
Can Breast Lift Surgery Fix Postpartum Sagging? Expert Insights
Can breast augmentation surgery be performed for postpartum breast sagging? Hello Dr. Luo: Five years ago, after giving birth, I may have lost weight too quickly during postpartum weight loss, which has caused my breast skin to become excessively loose, resulting in sagging breas...
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If the breasts are not large, breast augmentation surgery can be considered, with costs ranging from 100,000 to 150,000 NTD; however, if the breasts are not small and one does not wish to undergo breast augmentation, can a nipple-areola lift surgery be a solution? A thorough eval...[Read More] Can Breast Lift Surgery Fix Postpartum Sagging? Expert Insights