Chapter 366 - 239: A Priceless Consultation: The Miraculous Diagnosis
Chapter 366: Chapter 239: A Priceless Consultation: The Miraculous Diagnosis
It had to be said, Wu Ting’s professionalism was truly impressive. He followed Zhang Yan’s description of her symptoms, examining her carefully, and it was only with Yanyan’s guidance that he finally felt the lump.
Fortunately, it was discovered early. Director Su from the breast diseases department had provided a targeted treatment plan, and she would most likely be cured.
The cure rate for early-stage breast cancer is high—a 98% five-year survival rate and a 95% ten-year survival rate!
Listening to Ah Bin’s thanks and explanation, Yang Xiao, Yu Wanchao, and Li Jun were all stunned.
The gossiping patients behind them were also shocked by Wu Ting’s seemingly miraculous medical skills.
"Director Wu, you’re just too amazing. You just asked a few questions and took a look, and you diagnosed breast cancer?"
Men might not have much of a concept of this disease, but for women, it’s a dreaded illness that makes them turn pale at the mere mention. They were all very sensitive to the topic.
Even the flat-chested Yang Xiao was a little curious:
"Director Wu, how on earth did you make that diagnosis?"
Li Jun was equally impressed. "Director Wu, you’re from Hepatic Tumor Surgery. How are you also an expert in breast diseases?"
"Yeah, yeah! Director Wu, why don’t you give us a little lesson?"
"There are a lot of us women here. We could learn how to do a self-exam at home for early prevention."
After all, Director Wu was a male doctor, so some of the female patients were still a bit shy. Of course, there were also some aunties and older ladies who were already planning to expand the scope of their own check-ups later and ask Dr. Wu to take a look for them.
The prevention and early detection of breast cancer was truly something worth promoting and publicizing.
Wu Ting had acquired this very skill—Breast Cancer Self-Taught Diagnostic Techniques (Purple)—from Director Shen Xiaofei during his advanced studies at Haijin Port.
With Yu Wanchao and Li Jun maintaining order, the older female patients all moved to the front to listen to Wu Ting’s talk.
Yang Xiao also took out her small notebook to take notes. As a doctor, she was very health-conscious, and as a woman, she took this topic very seriously.
As the sole expert clinician for Hepatic Tumor Surgery and its de facto leader, Wu Ting had the authority to make many decisions and enjoyed a relatively high degree of freedom.
So, he took a few minutes to give a public service announcement:
"...For women, the early prevention of breast cancer is absolutely necessary... According to statistics, there are approximately 300,000 new cases of breast cancer in our country each year. Its incidence rate is the highest among all female malignant tumors and is still rising at a rate of 1-3% annually... However, its mortality rate is only the fifth highest among female malignant tumors... This also shows that as long as breast cancer is detected in time, the treatment outcomes are quite good."
Although Wu Ting looked young, his every move and gesture carried the confident, eloquent air of a knowledgeable expert professor.
Moreover, he was the Director of Hepatic Tumor Surgery, yet he could speak about breast cancer with such familiarity, as if it were his own specialty. It couldn’t help but make people look at him in a new light!
The three interns, especially Yang Xiao and Yu Wanchao, finally witnessed this legendary alumnus in person. The rumors on the Jinggang University forums were true—Dr. Wu really did have a photographic memory, was incredibly knowledgeable, and could memorize entire medical textbooks!
"Ladies, here are the typical signs of breast cancer:"
"First, a breast lump. This is the presenting sign for 80% of patients. Unlike common benign nodules, cancerous lumps are often solitary, hard, have irregular borders, and a less-than-smooth surface. Most are painless, but a small number may cause a dull ache or a stabbing pain..."
Listening to Wu Ting’s explanation, many of the female patients started to relate, recalling their own experiences. Those who had similar symptoms suddenly felt a little panicked.
Wu Ting sensed their anxiety and explained considerately:
"Let me teach you a method for self-examination. Using the pads of your fingers, press gently to feel for any hard lumps. Normal tissue is relatively soft."
"Start from the nipple and move in a circular, clockwise pattern, spiraling outward for about three or four circles, depending on the size, until the entire breast has been checked."
"Also, besides the breasts, you must also check your armpits for any swollen lymph nodes. Finally, use your thumb and index finger to gently squeeze the nipple and check for any abnormal discharge..."
As the male patients listened to Wu Ting’s description, their imaginations ran wild. Suddenly, several who had been standing sat down.
Meanwhile, some of the female patients carefully committed his words to memory, and a few even asked questions directly.
"Director Wu, what if there is discharge...?"
Wu Ting continued:
"That is the second typical sign: nipple discharge. Any fluid—be it blood, pus, or otherwise—leaking from the nipple outside of pregnancy is abnormal and requires a follow-up examination at the hospital. You should be even more vigilant if it’s accompanied by a lump!"
"The third is skin changes. The most common is dimpling, which occurs when a tumor invades the suspensory ligaments of the breast and causes them to adhere to the skin."
"If cancer cells block the lymphatic vessels, it can result in a ’peau d’orange’ or orange-peel-like appearance..."
Listening to Wu Ting’s analysis, the female patients were all thoughtful, feeling they had learned a great deal.
Yang Xiao listened intently, planning to find a chance to go to the restroom later to try it out and do a self-check.
’No wonder Dr. Wu asked Zhang Yan all those questions earlier. What sharp thinking, and what keen observational skills.’
"Fourth, abnormalities of the nipple and areola. Some may experience retraction, while others may see elevation. Everyone should pay attention to this as well."
"Finally, swollen axillary lymph nodes. With occult breast cancer, no lump can be found in the breast itself, and swollen lymph nodes in the armpit are often the first symptom. According to statistics, over a third of patients have axillary lymph node metastasis..."
"Earlier, during my consultation with Zhang Yan, I heard her mention a lymph node under her armpit, which raised my alarm... As I continued questioning her, I uncovered a few other very subtle symptoms that the patient herself would have overlooked."
"So, I called Director Su and had the relevant tests done. Fortunately, it was caught in time, and she will most likely make a full recovery."
Hearing Wu Ting’s explanation and analysis, the patients and doctors present were all completely convinced.
Everyone spontaneously began to applaud Wu Ting for what felt like a truly significant public health lecture.
"Director Wu, you’re just too amazing."
"Director Wu, I’m so lucky I got an appointment with you!"
"Director Wu, could you do a check-up for me later too? I don’t have a boyfriend with me, so you can be bold..."
"Yes, yes! Me too, Director Wu. I’m not sure about the feel of it myself—whether it’s normal or if there’s a problem. Please, you take a look."
Listening to these forward older ladies and aunties, Wu Ting was rendered speechless.
"For those who need this kind of examination, please go to the breast diseases department."
Seeing that Director Wu was flustered, everyone burst out laughing.