What department should I visit for fibroma?
Disease description:
During this period, some fibromas have developed on my body, and they have been quite noticeable. I would like to ask, if I go to the hospital, which department should I visit for treating fibromas?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The choice of medical department for fibroma primarily depends on the tumor's growth location. Generally, fibromas are benign tumors that grow slowly and have clear boundaries; patients can visit the surgical oncology department of a hospital. However, if the fibroma appears in specific areas—for example, a breast fibroma—patients may choose to visit the breast surgery department or the obstetrics and gynecology department. If the tumor occurs on the skin surface, such as on the back or abdomen, patients can visit the dermatologic surgery department. In hospitals where departments are not clearly categorized and there is no dedicated dermatologic surgery department, patients can also choose general surgery. Additionally, for fibromas located in special areas—for instance, intracranial fibromas—patients should visit neurosurgery, and for mediastinal fibromas, cardiothoracic surgery is appropriate. In summary, the selection of the medical department for fibroma should be based on its specific growth location to ensure more specialized diagnosis and treatment. Before visiting a doctor, patients can choose an appropriate department according to their own condition and follow the doctor's recommendations for necessary examinations and treatment.
