Post-Varicocele Surgery: Is Swelling in the Left Testicle Normal?
Postoperative condition after varicocele surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about a condition I have experienced one week after undergoing varicocele surgery. The incision is on the left side of my abdomen, and this is my second surgery. Currently, I have noticed tha...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: It is common to experience swelling after surgery (due to circulation reasons). As long as there is no redness, it should gradually improve. If there are any concerns, please consult your surgeon during your follow-up visit. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Varicocele Surgery: Is Swelling in the Left Testicle Normal?
Understanding Yellow Jelly-Like Semen After Gonorrhea Treatment
Yellow, jelly-like semen after gonorrhea? Hello Doctor: Recently, I was treated for gonorrhea and the doctor mentioned that my urine would be orange-yellow. During the treatment period, I did not masturbate. I went for a follow-up appointment, and the doctor said I was cured of g...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: If the urology department of the hospital says it's okay, you can rest assured. It may be possible that the previously stored semen needs to be expelled. If it has not been confirmed by a urologist at the hospital, it is recommended to see a physician for an examinati...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Jelly-Like Semen After Gonorrhea Treatment
Understanding Varicocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Varicocele Hello, I am 23 years old and I have been experiencing some dull pain in my right testicle, which occurs occasionally but does not affect my daily life. Recently, I had an ultrasound at a clinic, which revealed a 3mm varicocele on the right side and a mild varicocele on...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: There is no need for further intervention, but follow-up is generally recommended every six months to a year. Please be mindful of your lifestyle; avoid prolonged sitting or standing, and refrain from excessive abdominal exertion to prevent worsening of symptoms. Wishing y...[Read More] Understanding Varicocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Pain and Discomfort in the Penis: A Guide to Foreskin Issues
Prepuce issues, penile issues? When I was showering today, after removing the smegma, I experienced pain when the water touched the coronal sulcus of the glans. After retracting the foreskin, I noticed that the foreskin was red. Now, it still hurts when I rinse it with water, but...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: There may be inflammation and redness; please consult a urologist at the hospital. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pain and Discomfort in the Penis: A Guide to Foreskin Issues
Understanding Bladder Elasticity Issues: Long-Term Effects of Urinary Retention
Poor bladder elasticity? Since elementary school, through middle school and college, I have been unable to urinate in public restrooms when others are nearby. This has led to a pathological condition of holding in urine, where I would only urinate when the restroom was empty. Due...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: 1) BACLOFEN 5mg should not have side effects, but you should consult your physician for an evaluation. 2) In the short term, there should not be any issues, but it is important to seek long-term medical care. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Elasticity Issues: Long-Term Effects of Urinary Retention
Understanding Painful Urination: Causes and Solutions for Urethral Discomfort
Painful urination? Hello Dr. Liu, I would like to ask you a question. Previously, I used a prolonging spray near the glans before intercourse with my wife. After intercourse (which was done with a condom), I experienced a sharp pain while urinating, and my penis felt swollen. L...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: It is important to ensure that the spray does not come into contact with the urethral opening, and the amount used should be minimal, as it may cause irritation. This is also a possibility. If proper hygiene is maintained and there is still an infection, it would be quite ...[Read More] Understanding Painful Urination: Causes and Solutions for Urethral Discomfort
Understanding Eczema in the Urogenital Area: Causes and Solutions
Eczema issues There is a cluster of rashes under the foreskin below the corona that has been present for a year, but there is no itching or pain (it seems to itch during seasonal changes) and there is a slight odor. What could this rash be?
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: It is mostly normal tissue (if it does not increase in size). If it does increase in size, you should seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Eczema in the Urogenital Area: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Long-Term Lack of Morning Erections: Causes and Solutions
Long-term absence of morning erections? Hello, doctor: I am currently 37 years old. I started dating at 17 and have been having sexual intercourse almost every day without using condoms, and I ejaculate after just a few thrusts. Even when using condoms, I ejaculate within a few m...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: You should seek medical attention first. Most lifestyle adjustments have been addressed, but a diagnosis is necessary before starting medication for a period of time. It is advisable to consult a physician with expertise in this area at a major hospital for more targeted t...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Lack of Morning Erections: Causes and Solutions
Can You Have Anal Sex with Prostatitis? Understanding Symptoms and Risks
Prostatitis Doctor, is it safe to engage in anal intercourse if I have prostatitis? Also, is it normal to feel a tingling or itching sensation in the groin, testicles, perineum, and thighs, as if a nerve is being compressed?
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: Not recommended, wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Have Anal Sex with Prostatitis? Understanding Symptoms and Risks
Understanding and Managing Smegma: A Urology Perspective
Small debris on the glans? The doctor would like to inquire about smegma. I clean the area daily and dry it as well. However, as shown in the image (link below), there are sometimes small spots of smegma left on the glans that are not easy to remove. I feel a compulsion to get ri...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: Rinsing with water should be sufficient, and then just dry it off. If there is bleeding when pulling, medical attention is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding and Managing Smegma: A Urology Perspective
Understanding Syphilis Test Results: What Do Positive PRP and Negative CIA/TPHA Mean?
Syphilis testing The first PRP test result is positive at 1x(+), and the CIA test is negative at <0.10. The second PRP test result is also positive at 1x(+), while the TPHA test is negative at <0.10. What does this test result mean? Does it confirm syphilis? Am I a carrie...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: It may be a false positive for RPR (you typed PRP). It is recommended to consult the physician who ordered the test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Syphilis Test Results: What Do Positive PRP and Negative CIA/TPHA Mean?
Understanding the Link Between Urethritis and Prostatitis: Key Insights
The issue of urethritis progressing to prostatitis? Hello, doctor! (Today is my 18th day of medication treatment.) I have experienced urinary tract infections five times in my life, with the most recent occurrence in April. After going to a large hospital for a urine test, it was...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: There are many types of prostatitis. Acute prostatitis may require hospitalization. As for a digital rectal examination by a physician, it may be difficult to make a judgment during an acute episode, as symptoms can sometimes worsen. Regarding lifestyle, it is important to...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Urethritis and Prostatitis: Key Insights
Understanding Linear Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
Linear Shockwave Therapy Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing erectile dysfunction for the past few years. I finally mustered the courage to seek medical help at a clinic. The doctor prescribed erectile dysfunction medication but did not perform any tests. My testosterone level...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: The individual has no treatment experience, and this is a self-funded item. However, the literature suggests it is effective, depending on individual capability. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Linear Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
Understanding STD Risks: Can Oral Contact with Testicles Transmit Infections?
Risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) 1. Can licking the testicles transmit sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? 2. If the testicles are red but not broken, and someone licks them, is there still a risk of contracting an STI? I have researched that there is a chance o...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
Hello: 1. Licking the testicles carries a risk due to contact with bodily fluids. 2. There is a risk involved.[Read More] Understanding STD Risks: Can Oral Contact with Testicles Transmit Infections?
Understanding Penile Dislocation: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Possible penile dislocation? Hello, Doctor. Yesterday, I saw online instructions for a penis enlargement massage, which involved using an "OK" hand gesture to grip the penis and slowly reduce the grip while gently pulling upwards. At the time, I felt the penis becoming ...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Penile Dislocation: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Penile Injury: Symptoms and Impacts on Erectile Function
Suspected injury to the penis? A couple of days ago, I had vigorous sexual intercourse with my partner, and it seems that I may have bent my penis. Currently, I have symptoms of engorged veins at the upper base of the penis, approximately the size of a pinky finger, but there is ...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to see if any relevant tests are needed. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Understanding Penile Injury: Symptoms and Impacts on Erectile Function
Can Penile Growth Still Occur After Age 23? Insights on Development and Surgery
Penile hypoplasia? Hello, doctor. I have noticed that my penis has not developed from puberty until now, at the age of twenty-three. I had surgery for cryptorchidism when I was younger. Based on your expertise, is there still a chance for development during the second puberty, or...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to determine if any relevant tests are needed. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Can Penile Growth Still Occur After Age 23? Insights on Development and Surgery
Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Young Boys: When to Worry
A five-year-old boy frequently wets his underwear without awareness? Hello, my five-year-old son has been frequently wetting his pants over the past few weeks. At first, I thought he was doing it on purpose and got angry with him, but after several instances where he didn't ...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to see if any relevant tests are needed. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Young Boys: When to Worry
Is It Normal to Experience Pain After Ejaculation and Difficulty Re-Erecting?
Erection after ejaculation Is it normal to experience pain and swelling in the penis after ejaculation, followed by a lack of sensation when not erect, but then having these symptoms resolve by the next day?
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to see if any relevant examinations are needed. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Is It Normal to Experience Pain After Ejaculation and Difficulty Re-Erecting?
Understanding Persistent Pain in the Glans: Causes and Solutions
Glans pain I have seen both a urologist and a dermatologist twice, and they both said there are no surface issues. However, I experience significant pain in the glans during friction and ejaculation. This pain does not feel like a result of insufficient lubrication; rather, it fe...
Dr. Liu Mingyue reply Urology
It is recommended that you visit a urology clinic to see if any relevant tests are needed. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain in the Glans: Causes and Solutions