Dr. Xu Wencang reply Urology Question - Page 4

PSA levels have been rising in recent years? Hello, Dr. Hsu. My PSA levels have been rising over the past five years, starting from 9.7 and increasing to 14.3. The doctor performed a digital rectal exam and a biopsy, which showed benign results with benign prostatic hyperplasia. ...

Microscopic spots on the testicles? Hello doctor, I recently discovered a small lump while palpating my testicles, and after touching it, I experience nerve pain in the pelvic and groin area. What disease could I possibly have? Please help me, doctor. Also, what specific symptoms...

Erectile dysfunction I have a question, doctor. In the past, when I masturbated, my erection was very firm, and even if I stopped, it wouldn't go soft right away. However, in the past few months, as soon as I stop, it starts to soften shortly after. Although I can still achi...

Bulbourethral gland fluid Is it normal to not have any secretion from the bulbourethral glands? Is there a way to increase the secretion of bulbourethral fluid?

Urinalysis issues Hello Doctor, I recently went to a regional hospital for a urine test, and it showed the presence of bacteria in my urine, but my white blood cell count was normal. Does this indicate a urinary tract infection? Additionally, my protein, bilirubin, and pH levels ...

Burning and painful sensation at the urethral opening? Hello, doctor. I usually have no issues with urination, but I often experience a sudden burning pain at the urethral opening while squatting on the toilet to have a bowel movement. This is accompanied by post-void dribbling, ...

Urethral discharge Is it normal to have discharge every morning upon waking up? Also, the urethral opening always appears shiny, and after masturbating, there seems to be more discharge the next day. I went for a urine test, and the doctor said I have urethritis and prescribed me...

During the diagnosis period, there is an inability to control ejaculation during masturbation? Hello Doctor: As mentioned, I was diagnosed with Covid-19 and on the fourth day, I masturbated (about a week after the last time, which was approximately 2-3 times a week). However, I e...

Red particles appearing in urine after it has been left standing for a while? Hello, Dr. Hsu. My son is three years old and has recently learned to use the toilet by himself. However, the potty is not always cleaned immediately, and I recently noticed some red specks that look li...

Testicular issues Hello Doctor, I have a question that has been troubling me. I have health anxiety, so I tend to be sensitive to changes in my body. Recently, while taking a shower, I noticed an oval-shaped hard lump below my right testicle (there seems to be a smaller one on th...

Prostatitis Hello, I recently visited a urologist due to frequent urination. The doctor diagnosed me with prostatitis based solely on a urine test. Can a urine test alone determine if there is prostatitis? If there is inflammation, is it necessary to take antibiotics for six week...

Red spots on the glans? Doctor, I had unprotected sex with my girlfriend on November 4th, and on November 10th, I noticed red spots and redness on my glans. Currently, there is no pain or itching. Is it possible that I have a sexually transmitted infection or balanitis?

The urine appears to have a layer of white floating particles? Hello Doctor, recently I have noticed small amounts of white substances floating in my urine. I visited a urologist over a week ago, and after a urinalysis, the doctor indicated there were no signs of infection, and p...

Approximately 5 times a week, there is a sensation of urethral foreign body (previously had inflammation)? Hello Doctor, I previously experienced urethritis, with my first episode occurring at the end of 2021. It recurred again in July of this year. During the interim, I did not ...

There is a lump on the penis? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a lump on the left side of my penis. It doesn't hurt when I squeeze it, and I noticed it about ten years ago, back in middle school. When the penis is erect and the foreskin is pushed back, I'm not su...

Sexual dysfunction Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the reasons behind the decreased pleasure during masturbation. I find that the process requires a longer time to feel any sensation, and the climax comes very slowly. When I feel close to climax, I stop, and a white flui...

Recently, I've been feeling like I can't achieve a full erection? I'm frequently masturbating, but recently I've noticed that my erection strength isn't as good as it used to be. I'm quite worried because I used to have a strong erection, around a 10...

Questions related to glans and foreskin inflammation? Hello Dr. Hsu, in the past week or two, I have been experiencing redness, swelling, and itching around the glans and the foreskin, and there is a painful sensation when retracting the foreskin due to skin breakdown. I would li...

Sexual development, penile issues, and masturbation concerns? 1. I am currently 17 years old, in my senior year of high school, with a height of 174.5 cm and a weight of 69.8 kg. My erect penis measures 17.2 cm in length and 4 cm in girth. Will I continue to develop further? 2....

Is it safe to supplement with probiotics if kidney function indices are elevated? Hello: In my blood test report, my kidney function index (eGFR is 13.4) is considered relatively high. If I want to supplement with probiotics, which type would be better? My mom mentioned that she ...