Dr. Li Yuqi reply Family Medicine Question - Page 3

You should consult a urologist for a vasectomy? 1. Which department should a male seek for a vasectomy? 2. How long does the procedure take? 3. How much will it affect sexual life? 4. If one wishes to have children after a vasectomy, what options are available for continuin...

Pediatric Urology My three-year-old niece is in kindergarten, and she often touches her private area. When I ask her about it, she says it hurts, and sometimes it also hurts when she goes to the bathroom. I noticed that her genital area is red. Should I be concerned that she migh...

Tingling sensation in the fingers? Hello Dr. Lee, I have been experiencing a numb sensation on the inner side of the nail of my right thumb. It started last Friday during dinner and has persisted for over four days now. Currently, I still feel this sensation, although it someti...

A burning sensation under the tongue? Hello Dr. Li: I have been experiencing dryness under my tongue, feeling as if it is tearing, and there is a persistent burning sensation that is quite bothersome. I kindly request your explanation. Thank you.

Which specialty should I see? I have noticed small, hard lumps on both sides of my groin, where the upper thigh meets the lower abdomen. They feel similar to lymph nodes and have been present for about a year. They are not painful to the touch, but there are no signs of them disa...

Urinalysis 1. Can a urine test determine diabetes, uric acid levels, and the presence of gout? 2. What symptoms can be identified through a urine test? 3. Is the result from a clinic's test strip accurate for detecting inflammation and frequent urination?

About the Hepatitis B Vaccine I had a hepatitis B test at the hospital a year or two ago (I can't remember the exact time), and I didn't have antibodies at that time. After receiving two doses of the vaccine, I was tested again and antibodies were present. However, this...

Hyperlipidemia My grandmother is 80 years old and has had diabetes for 30 years, but it has been well-controlled without any complications. Her HbA1c is around 7, but her cholesterol levels are between 200 and 300, and she often complains of dizziness. She has been self-medicatin...

A white blood cell count of 12,000 cells per microliter may be considered elevated, as the normal range for adults typically falls between 4,000 and 11,000 cells per microliter. An elevated white blood cell count A white blood cell count of 12,000 cells per microliter is consider...

Medical issues 1. A hemoglobin level of only 10.6 g/dL can lead to anemia, which may cause symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and dizziness. It can also affect the body's ability to transport oxygen effectively, potentially leading to complications if l...

Advanced maternal age What circumstances can lead to the birth of a child with Mediterranean anemia? I am not of Hakka descent, but I have had symptoms of anemia since development. I currently have a daughter (11 years old) and a son (9 years old) and am four months pregnant. Blo...

What is "occult blood"? Hello Dr. Lee: Recently, the company I work for conducted employee health screenings. During the urine dipstick test, the technician mentioned that I had "occult blood." Could you please explain what this indicates? Thank you!

Can individuals who have undergone surgery resume normal sexual activity? It has been over six months since I underwent bypass surgery due to a myocardial infarction. I would like to ask the doctor: Is it safe to resume sexual activity naturally and normalize it, or should I stil...