Understanding Perineal Polyps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Polyp on the perineum Hello, I recently had intercourse with my boyfriend and we tried anal sex. Afterward, I immediately noticed a small piece of flesh appearing between the vaginal opening and the anus. It is not painful or itchy, and it has slightly reduced in size, but the sm...
Dr. Chen Bingze reply Surgery
Hello, the protruding tissue is something that needs to be excised and then examined by a pathology lab to determine what it is. Basically, you can visit a nearby medical facility to have a physician evaluate it.[Read More] Understanding Perineal Polyps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Genetic Risks and Testing Options
Neurofibroma Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask about neurofibromatosis. My sister has neurofibromatosis, and I am her brother planning to have children. Is there a chance that the child will inherit it? Currently, I am one month pregnant. Should I consider amniocentesis or chor...
Dr. Chen Bingze reply Surgery
There is certainly a certain probability that the child may be affected. It is recommended to consider amniocentesis or non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) in the future. You can discuss this further with an obstetrician. If you have any questions, feel free to consult a physici...[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromatosis: Genetic Risks and Testing Options
Understanding Cellulitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Cellulitis Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from cellulitis for the past month, but there was no obvious trauma. I have taken antibiotics and pain relievers, yet the pain persists. The symptoms of pain and swelling seem to come and go. Could the cellulitis be related to the c...
Dr. Chen Bingze reply Surgery
Although there is no external injury, it is still possible to develop cellulitis, which may be related to your daily steroid use. The skin calcification on your right thigh may be associated with the pain. If you want to determine the cause or if the calcification continues to en...[Read More] Understanding Cellulitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options