Understanding Bacteremia: Severity, Treatment Focus, and Care Tips
What is the severity of "bacteremia"? What are the key points in treatment? Hello Dr. Hsu, My father is 55 years old and has a history of urinary stones and low white blood cell count. He has a busy work schedule. Today, he was hospitalized due to "pyelonephritis...
Dr. Xu Yurui reply Urology
Hello Vanity: I apologize, but due to a change in Dr. Hsu's duties, I will be answering your question on his behalf. "Bacteremia," as the term suggests, refers to the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. Under normal circumstances, blood is maintained in a &quo...[Read More] Understanding Bacteremia: Severity, Treatment Focus, and Care Tips
Why Is My Urine Foamy and Smelly? Understanding Possible Kidney Issues
Why are there many bubbles in urine after urination, and why do they take a long time to dissipate? Hello doctor, recently I have noticed that there are a lot of bubbles in my urine after I urinate, and they take a long time to dissipate. Additionally, the first urine in the morn...
Dr. Xu Yurui reply Urology
Hello Allen, I’m glad to see your concern about your health condition, and your questions are very important. The presence of protein in urine indicates kidney damage, and the amount of proteinuria is crucial in determining the extent of kidney dysfunction and whether it is rev...[Read More] Why Is My Urine Foamy and Smelly? Understanding Possible Kidney Issues