Understanding Cloudy Urine: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Cloudy urine Dear Dr. Chen: I occasionally notice that my urine appears cloudy during urination, but it usually resolves on its own after a few days. What could be the reason for this? Additionally, what conditions are associated with cloudy urine? How can it be prevented and tre...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! If there are white sediments in the urine, a urinalysis should be performed to check for proteinuria, hematuria, urinary tract infection, etc. Prevention and treatment should be determined based on the results of the urinalysis. Sincerely, Dr. Hsiu-Yi Chen, Director of the...[Read More] Understanding Cloudy Urine: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Concerns About Penis Size and Development in Teenagers
I have many questions? I'm a senior high school student and also part of the honor guard, so I have a very good physique and stamina. However, I only measure 2 centimeters in length. Since we have to change clothes in the honor guard, I notice that my teammates and juniors a...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! There is no standard length for the size of the penis. In some overweight patients, the penis may be hidden beneath the fat pad of the pubic area when flaccid, making it appear smaller. As long as the erect length exceeds 8 centimeters, it is considered normal for adult me...[Read More] Understanding Concerns About Penis Size and Development in Teenagers
Understanding Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Stone issues On the evening of November 24th, around 8 PM, I suddenly experienced pain in my left lower back (sharp and cramping pain). I immediately went to the emergency room for examination, where I underwent a urinalysis and X-ray imaging. The doctor stated, "The X-ray d...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Based on your reported symptoms, the most likely diagnosis is urinary tract stones accompanied by renal colic. Common symptoms of urinary stones include flank pain and hematuria. Sometimes, stones may not be visible on X-ray (KUB) imaging, and intravenous pyelography may b...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding No-Scalpel Vasectomy: Benefits, Risks, and Recovery
What is no-scalpel vasectomy? I recently heard about the "no-scalpel vasectomy" recommended by Dr. Jiang Hansheng. Have you heard of this procedure? How does it differ from traditional vasectomy? Is it really incision-free? Will it be painful? Is the recovery time faste...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! The so-called no-scalpel vasectomy for men does not mean there are no incisions; rather, the incision is smaller, approximately 0.5 cm. During the procedure, the vas deferens is cut, tied, and cauterized, similar to traditional vasectomy techniques. The main difference lie...[Read More] Understanding No-Scalpel Vasectomy: Benefits, Risks, and Recovery
Understanding Hard Lumps on the Testicle: Causes and Treatments
There are small hard nodules on the testicles? Doctor, I would like to ask you: nearly two years ago, I discovered a small hard round mass next to my right testicle. At that time, I didn't think much of it, but recently I've felt some mild pain. If I accidentally touch ...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! When discovering a mass beside the testicle, various causes should be considered, including epididymitis, tumors, and spermatocele. To confirm the diagnosis, in addition to physical examination, a scrotal and testicular ultrasound can be arranged. Please visit the urology ...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps on the Testicle: Causes and Treatments
Frequent Urination and Dry Mouth: Understanding Your Symptoms
Increased thirst and more frequent urination? On average, I drink about 500cc of tea or water every hour while at work, and I urinate approximately once every 1.5 hours. However, my tongue often feels dry, and my lips are prone to cracking and peeling. Is there a problem with thi...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! I am not sure what your profession is, but if you are drinking around 500cc of water per hour (assuming you are not sweating excessively) and still experiencing dry mouth, it may be indicative of diabetes or kidney disease. It would be best to consult a nephrologist or uro...[Read More] Frequent Urination and Dry Mouth: Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Cauliflower I recently discovered warts in the genital area, which have been removed through electrocautery. I'm concerned about recurrence. How can I ensure a complete cure? Are these warts sexually transmitted? Could my boyfriend have transmitted them to me?
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! The medical term for cauliflower-like growths is genital warts, which is a viral infection typically transmitted through sexual contact. Symptoms usually appear about a week after exposure, but the onset of genital warts can sometimes occur weeks or months after sexual int...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Understanding Peeling Skin on the Glans: Causes and Solutions
The appearance of peeling skin on the glans? Hello, doctor. Could you please help me with this? It seems like there is peeling on my glans, and it feels like there is a layer of skin on top. When I rub it, it feels like there are flakes. What could this be?
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Based on what you described, it seems to be caused by balanitis. For the actual cause and treatment, please visit a urology clinic for evaluation by a specialist. Best wishes for your health, Dr. Chen Hsiu-Yi, Director of Urology, Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health, Ex...[Read More] Understanding Peeling Skin on the Glans: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Bladder Rupture and Peritonitis After Trauma in Elderly Patients
Bladder ulceration leading to urine leakage and resulting in peritonitis; the causative factors are unknown? The patient is an 85-year-old male who had no prior medical issues before a car accident. After the accident, he sustained a fracture of the first lumbar vertebra, and his...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Two months after the car accident, you experienced urinary retention and abdominal pain, which is likely due to urine retention and should not be directly related to the accident. According to your description, the surgery revealed bladder necrosis and signs of peritonitis...[Read More] Understanding Bladder Rupture and Peritonitis After Trauma in Elderly Patients
Understanding Urological Concerns: Regrets and Symptoms Explained
Regretful Man Hello Dr. Chen, I have a few questions I would like to ask you: Question 1: A little over a month ago, I engaged in sexual relations with an unknown woman. Out of fear, I conducted some self-examinations. I found several deep red spots of varying sizes on the blood...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Genital warts, commonly known as cauliflower, are a type of viral infection that typically grow slowly. In men, they are more likely to develop on the penile foreskin or glans, and sometimes they can occur at the urethral opening. The incubation period for genital warts va...[Read More] Understanding Urological Concerns: Regrets and Symptoms Explained
Understanding White Bumps on the Penis: Causes and When to Seek Help
White small particles Hello, doctor! I am a 25-year-old male and I have a question to ask you. I have a long foreskin, which means that my glans does not become exposed when I have an erection, and I am planning to schedule a circumcision. Recently, over the past couple of days, ...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Based on what you described, it should be a cholesteatoma (in the coronal sulcus) rather than a condyloma. If the glans does not protrude during an erection and the foreskin is relatively long but can be easily retracted for cleaning, surgical treatment may not be necessar...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps on the Penis: Causes and When to Seek Help
Morning Back Pain: Is It a Sign of Kidney Stones?
Waking up with lower back pain? Hello Dr. Chen, I've been experiencing significant lower back pain upon waking up in the morning, and at times, it's so severe that I can't bend over. I haven't seen an orthopedic specialist yet. Could this be a sign of kidney s...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Based on your reported symptoms of lower back pain and inability to bend over upon waking, these symptoms are different from renal colic caused by kidney stones. The likelihood of kidney stones is lower in this case. It is advisable to consider consulting with a rehabilita...[Read More] Morning Back Pain: Is It a Sign of Kidney Stones?
Understanding Bladder and Testicular Pain: Causes and Solutions
Bladder and testicular pain? Hello Dr. Chen, I have a question. For the past couple of days, I've been experiencing a dull pain in my bladder area (pubic region) and beneath my testicles. Could you please help me understand the possible causes? The pain has been more pronoun...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! When experiencing pain in the testicles and lower abdomen, it is important to consider the possibility of epididymitis or a urinary tract infection. Additionally, conditions such as torsion of the appendages of the epididymis or incomplete torsion of the testicle can somet...[Read More] Understanding Bladder and Testicular Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Testicular Masses: When to Seek Treatment and Concerns
Testicular mass Hello doctor, I have a hard lump on one side of my testicle. It doesn't hurt when I touch it. I previously visited a urologist and had an ultrasound, and the doctor told me it was a hydrocele. He mentioned that it might continue to grow but wouldn't have...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! A scrotal mass, upon initial diagnosis through ultrasound, is identified as a hydrocele. Generally, hydroceles are benign; however, some testicular tumors may also present with associated hydrocele. Benign hydroceles may gradually increase in size, and if there are no acco...[Read More] Understanding Testicular Masses: When to Seek Treatment and Concerns
Understanding Urinary Pain and Blood: Is It a UTI Related to Sexual Activity?
Question I have been experiencing a cramping sensation towards the end of urination for the past couple of days, and when I wipe, I notice a bit of blood on the toilet paper. Does this indicate a urinary tract infection, and could it be related to sexual activity?
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Painful urination and blood upon wiping may be caused by a urinary tract infection (UTI). Common causes of UTIs include insufficient fluid intake, holding in urine, poor hygiene practices, and sexual activity. Reports from abroad have indicated that female students who are...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Pain and Blood: Is It a UTI Related to Sexual Activity?
Understanding Sensitivity in the Glans and the Impact of Circumcision
Regarding circumcision? We all know that the glans is the most sensitive part of the penis, but my glans is not very sensitive. Instead, the area below the glans, the foreskin, is the most pleasurable, followed by the corpora cavernosa. Additionally, pressing on the perineum incr...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! It is recommended to consult a urologist for diagnosis and to understand the situation. Wishing you good health from the Taoyuan Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Sensitivity in the Glans and the Impact of Circumcision
Understanding Testicular Pain After Frequent Masturbation: Causes and Insights
Experiencing pain in the testicles after engaging in sexual activity twice in a row? After masturbating twice in a row or within a short time interval, I experience a dull ache in my testicles. This has been happening for a long time, but there are no abnormalities with my erecti...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! The quality of sexual function can be influenced by psychological factors, and it requires cooperation and coordination from both partners to achieve optimal results. It is advisable to visit a sexual function clinic to determine if there are any organic disorders. Please ...[Read More] Understanding Testicular Pain After Frequent Masturbation: Causes and Insights
Understanding the Differences in Male and Female Sexual Pleasure
Why is male pleasure not as intense as female pleasure? When sexual tension is high, it feels comfortable, but it can lead to premature ejaculation. After ejaculation, the sexual tension tends to decrease, making it less likely to experience premature ejaculation, but the sensati...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! The quality of sexual function can be influenced by psychological factors, and it requires cooperation and coordination from both partners to achieve optimal results. It is advisable to consult with Dr. Chen Hsiu-Yi, the Director of Sexual Function.[Read More] Understanding the Differences in Male and Female Sexual Pleasure
Exploring Sexual Awareness in Blind Men: Can Hearing Replace Vision?
Regarding the main character in "Daredevil"..? The protagonist of Daredevil, Matt Murdock, became blind after a corrosive liquid splashed into his eyes during childhood. However, his auditory abilities reached an extraordinary level, akin to a radar system, and his moto...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! The quality of sexual function can be influenced by psychological factors, and it requires cooperation and coordination from both partners to achieve optimal results. It is advisable to visit a sexual function clinic to determine if there are any organic disorders. Please ...[Read More] Exploring Sexual Awareness in Blind Men: Can Hearing Replace Vision?
Understanding Clear Urethral Discharge: Causes and Symptoms
The urethra is discharging a clear white secretion? Recently, I suddenly noticed that there is a clear discharge coming from the urethral opening during normal times. It has no odor and is slightly sticky. There is no unusual sensation during urination; it doesn't hurt or bu...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi reply Urology
Hello! Urethral discharge is a type of mucus secreted by the glands surrounding the urethra in response to sexual stimulation, typically amounting to about 1cc and usually clear in color. If there is an increase in discharge, it may be caused by urethritis. Based on your descript...[Read More] Understanding Clear Urethral Discharge: Causes and Symptoms