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
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 Your Brain CT Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Head issues Hello, the findings from the CT scan of the brain without contrast indicate the following: - There is no evidence of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH), subdural hematoma (SDH), epidural hematoma (EDH), or subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). - The skull is intact. - There are...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
The above is a patient privacy report, and it is not appropriate to respond here. You may inquire with the doctor during the outpatient visit.[Read More] Understanding Your Brain CT Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Understanding Post-Surgery Breast Pain: Is It Normal After Fibroadenoma Removal?
Breast issues Hello, doctor! I underwent a breast fibroadenoma excision surgery last February, and I occasionally experience pain that occurs irregularly. However, when I press on my chest, I do not feel any pain due to external pressure. I would like to know if this type of pain...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, breast tumor surgery involves incisions in the skin, which inevitably results in some damage to the sensory nerves. Common sequelae include a prickling or itching sensation at the scar site. If this affects your daily life, you may consult a physician for relief, which can...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Breast Pain: Is It Normal After Fibroadenoma Removal?
Could It Be Subarachnoid Hemorrhage? Understanding Severe Headaches
Is it a subarachnoid hemorrhage? I started experiencing high blood pressure and severe headaches after eating pork the day before yesterday. The pain is worse than before, as if there is a stone pressing on my head. Sometimes I feel a bit better and manage to sleep, but I still w...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Neurology.[Read More] Could It Be Subarachnoid Hemorrhage? Understanding Severe Headaches
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bowel Issues - Continued Hello Doctor, I am the one who asked about #192075 yesterday. Today, when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a small red object in my stool, which is more pronounced than yesterday (the link below has a picture). I would like to know if this is related to ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the wound. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce slightly more blood than the first caus...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bowel Issues - Continuation Hello Doctor, I am the one who asked about #192075 yesterday. Today, when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a small piece of red in my stool, which is more noticeable than yesterday (the link below has a picture). I would like to know if this could be ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin irritation causing minor bleeding, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically result in slightly mor...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Are Moles Around the Anus Normal? Understanding Skin Changes and Risks
There are some moles around the anal area? I have been experiencing itching around my buttocks, and after seeing a doctor, I was diagnosed with eczema. The doctor also noticed some moles near the folds and edges of the skin around the anal area, but there is still some uncertaint...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
It is normal to have moles around the anus, just like on other areas of the skin. Anal melanoma is a rare tumor (with an incidence of less than 0.0005%). If you are concerned, you can visit a dermatologist or a colorectal specialist for an examination, and if necessary, a biopsy ...[Read More] Are Moles Around the Anus Normal? Understanding Skin Changes and Risks
Understanding Breast Ultrasound Results: What to Expect Next
Breast examination Hello, doctor. In mid-January of this year, I had a breast ultrasound. The ultrasound report stated: Breast echo: hypoechoic well-defined lumps and nodules in the breasts. No definite evidence of right and left axillary tumors and lymph nodes. IMP: R/O Fibroade...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Based on the report, the findings are benign, and a follow-up in 6 months is recommended. If there is a 20% increase, then minimally invasive surgery for removal should be considered.[Read More] Understanding Breast Ultrasound Results: What to Expect Next
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? A few days ago, the doctor noticed that the stool was harder than usual, and there was blood when wiping afterward. In recent days, there has also been blood on the tissue after bowel movements. The blood is bright red but not mixed in with the stool; it is on...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Irregularities in the Occipital Region: A Neurosurgical Perspective
Regarding the issue of irregularities in the occipital region? Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I noticed some irregularities in the center of the back of my head (specifically at the intersection of a line extending horizontally from the upper part of my ear and a line extendin...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. As your previous orthopedic doctor mentioned, it should be a normal skull. 2. A CT scan has also been performed, and if the doctor determines it to be normal, you can feel more at ease. 3. If you are still concerned, consider consulting a neurosurgeon for another evalua...[Read More] Understanding Irregularities in the Occipital Region: A Neurosurgical Perspective
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding I have a daily bowel habit, averaging once a day and not exceeding twice, with normal stools consisting of two to three pieces (without abdominal pain). I usually monitor my stools, and today, as usual, my bowel movement was normal, smooth, and quick (taking about...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can You Still Pass Gas After Colostomy Surgery?
After having a colostomy, can the anus still pass gas? The mother underwent surgery to remove fecal matter after being diagnosed with colon cancer, and now has a colostomy with a stoma bag to collect waste. During her recovery at home, she noticed that she still passes gas throug...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Colostomy for colorectal cancer is typically performed to divert feces, alleviating obstructive symptoms and preventing feces from passing through the tumor or the anastomosis site. As long as the majority of feces is drained through the stoma, the desired effect is achieved. It ...[Read More] Can You Still Pass Gas After Colostomy Surgery?
Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor, from last Thursday to Saturday, I experienced bleeding during bowel movements, but it wasn't blood in the stool. There was blood on the toilet paper when I wiped, but I didn't feel any discomfort, just a little irritation from possibly wipi...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by minimal blood loss accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically result in slightly more bleeding than the first cau...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can I Surgically Remove a Boil on the Back of My Neck?
Can a boil on the back of the neck be excised? Hello, Doctor: I have been suffering from furuncles recently, having had multiple occurrences in the same location. The furuncles are located in the center of the back of my neck. They cause severe pain when I lie down to sleep, and ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If a benign skin tumor repeatedly becomes infected, surgical excision can be performed to eliminate the issue permanently. Alternatively, antibiotic treatment can be used first to reduce the size of the lesion before surgery. Therefore, the answers to both of your questions are a...[Read More] Can I Surgically Remove a Boil on the Back of My Neck?
Choosing Between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery for Pancreatic Tumors
Choice between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery Hello, Doctor. My mother is 65 years old and has been diagnosed with a malignant tumor in the ampulla. She will need to undergo resection and reconstruction of some nearby organs early next year. We are currently struggling with th...
Dr. Chen Ronghong Reply:
Hello, let me clarify that my expertise is not in pancreatic surgery, and I have not participated in Da Vinci pancreatic cancer surgeries. Therefore, the following responses are based on my understanding. 1. Is the blood loss during Da Vinci surgery less than that of open surge...[Read More] Choosing Between Open Surgery and Da Vinci Surgery for Pancreatic Tumors
Understanding Breast Lumps: Types, Monitoring, and Key Concerns
Breast lump I have been monitoring a breast cyst annually. Today, I went for an ultrasound examination at the breast surgery department, and the doctor did not mention the cyst but noted a 0.7 cm mass. When I asked if it was an adenoma, the doctor said that based on its shape and...
Dr. Tang Yuxiong Reply:
Common breast tumor, fibroadenoma, presents as a high echogenicity on ultrasound due to glandular hyperplasia. If a short-term follow-up over six months shows growth from 1.0 cm to 1.3 cm, which is an increase of over 30%, minimally invasive surgical excision is recommended. If t...[Read More] Understanding Breast Lumps: Types, Monitoring, and Key Concerns
Blood When Wiping: Should You See a Doctor for Anal Pain?
Blood on toilet paper after wiping can indicate several potential issues, such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other gastrointestinal conditions In the morning, there was a strong urge to have a bowel movement. While using the toilet, I noticed a small amount of bright red bloo...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin abrasions, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger volume of blood, usu...[Read More] Blood When Wiping: Should You See a Doctor for Anal Pain?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor: After using the restroom, I noticed blood in my stool, as the toilet water was stained red. I couldn't determine if there was blood mixed in with the stool, but I did see some thick blood on the toilet bowl, and there was blood on the toilet pap...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are three common causes of rectal bleeding: 1. Anal fissures or skin irritation leading to bleeding, characterized by a small amount of blood accompanied by a sharp pain at the site of the injury. 2. Ruptured thrombosed hemorrhoids, which typically produce a slightly larger...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help