Understanding Oily Film on Urine: What It Could Indicate
Urine with floating oil? Doctor, if there is a thin layer on the surface of the urine that resembles oil (with an oily sheen), what does this indicate?
Dr. Jiang Yini reply Urology
The presence of an oily sheen in urine indicates the presence of impurities, and it is recommended to conduct a urinalysis to check for inflammation or microscopic hematuria.[Read More] Understanding Oily Film on Urine: What It Could Indicate
Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Causes and Concerns
Penis Hello Doctor: I have noticed small white bumps appearing on the veins in my genital area. The number is not excessive. I have also had pearly penile papules; could this be related? The bumps on the veins do not hurt when touched, and there is no discharge when pressed. If I...
Dr. Jiang Yini reply Urology
The small white spots on the penis can have various causes, including pearly penile papules, viral infections, or follicular keratosis. It is advisable to consult a urologist or dermatologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Causes and Concerns
Blood in Stool or Urine: Understanding Your Symptoms and Concerns
I would like to ask about how to differentiate between hematuria and hematochezia? Doctor, may I ask why I've been noticing blood in my stool recently? I know that a few times it was due to straining during bowel movements, but that resolved. However, this morning, after uri...
Dr. Jiang Yini reply Urology
There are many causes of blood in the stool, including hemorrhoids, colorectal polyps, or cancer. Blood in the urine may be due to infections, stones, or bladder tumors, among other issues. If it is difficult to distinguish whether the bleeding is from the stool or urine, it is a...[Read More] Blood in Stool or Urine: Understanding Your Symptoms and Concerns
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