Understanding Painless Hematuria: What You Need to Know
Regarding painless hematuria..? Hello Dr. Yan, My grandmother is 76 years old. After undergoing a health check-up in April this year, the report indicated that there were traces of blood in her urine (she does not experience pain while urinating). In early May, she visited a hos...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Painless hematuria should first rule out urethritis and urinary tract stones, making a urinalysis essential. If urethritis has been excluded and hematuria persists, a cystoscopy is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Painless Hematuria: What You Need to Know
Understanding Itchy Foreskin: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
The skin of the penis is itchy? Hello Doctor, a week ago I started feeling an itch on my foreskin, and then I noticed that when I pulled the foreskin back, there was a small red area around the base of the glans, and it seemed like there was a tiny wound. It hurts a lot when it c...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
If you are still not improving and are very concerned, please visit a urology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Itchy Foreskin: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Bleeding During Masturbation: What Should You Do?
Bleeding from masturbation? I'm really concerned. I'm a male and I've never understood what masturbation was until recently. I only knew that pressing my penis against the back of a chair or the corner of a table gave me pleasure. Recently, while pressing against t...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
The best approach is to seek medical care at a urology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Bleeding During Masturbation: What Should You Do?
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Frequent urination Hello, doctor. A few months ago, during the cold winter, unless it was urgent, I often held my urine until morning due to the cold weather, even when I felt the urge. Later, I began experiencing frequent urination, with varying strength and volume of urine, and...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Symptoms suggestive of overactive bladder should be evaluated further at a urology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Flaky Skin in the Coronal Sulcus: Is It Normal?
There are scales in the coronal sulcus? I noticed some flaking skin in the coronal sulcus at the end of last year. Recently, I found that the glans also has some flaking. Is this normal?
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
It is recommended to visit a urology clinic for further examination to determine the issue.[Read More] Understanding Flaky Skin in the Coronal Sulcus: Is It Normal?
Understanding Itchy Sensations in the Urogenital Area: A Teen's Guide
Itchy? Hello, I am a 17-year-old student and I have a question. When I pull down my foreskin, I feel an itch near the ligament below the glans. This has been going on for a month. A month ago, I also had itching in the urethra, but that has improved (sometimes I feel a slight pai...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
With these symptoms, it is advisable to visit an outpatient clinic for a proper examination to understand the underlying issue accurately.[Read More] Understanding Itchy Sensations in the Urogenital Area: A Teen's Guide
Understanding Surgery Costs for Varicocele Treatment in Urology
Surgical fees I experience a feeling of swelling and pain on the left side of my scrotum every day. Today, I went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor said it is not very serious. Does a condition have to be severe in order to require surgery? May I ask how much the...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Surgery carries certain risks and side effects. A physician will only recommend surgery if the necessity of the procedure outweighs its risks and side effects.[Read More] Understanding Surgery Costs for Varicocele Treatment in Urology
Understanding White Spots on the Penis: When to Seek Medical Advice
Penis Hello doctor... Recently, I accidentally noticed a white patch the size of a ten-dollar coin on the skin of my penis. It startled me, but there are no other symptoms or discomfort! It feels smooth to the touch and doesn't seem rough at all! It kind of resembles what pe...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
You need to visit the urology outpatient clinic in person for a diagnosis by a physician.[Read More] Understanding White Spots on the Penis: When to Seek Medical Advice
Effective Ways to Remove Pearly Penile Papules: A Guide
Pearly penile papules What methods are available to remove pearly penile papules on the foreskin and glans? I have already seen a doctor who said there is no major issue, but I find them unsightly and would like to know what options are available for removal. Thank you.
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Cholesteatoma is generally benign and may not require treatment.[Read More] Effective Ways to Remove Pearly Penile Papules: A Guide
Understanding Varicocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Varicocele Doctor, at the end of last year, I had an ultrasound at Shutian Clinic, which confirmed that I have a varicocele. If I go back for another ultrasound now, will it be able to determine if there is any change in the size of my testicles? Recently, I have been experiencin...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Varicocele can be monitored with testicular ultrasound. If possible, please follow up at the urology outpatient clinic. Regarding the cost, public hospitals generally have lower prices.[Read More] Understanding Varicocele: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Frequent Urination After Drinking Water: Causes and Solutions
Drinking a sip of water immediately leads to urination? Hello Dr. Yan Dawei, I have a question: I drink 100 mL of water from morning to afternoon, and I immediately need to urinate. No matter where I go, I feel the urge to urinate, and I have to hold it for a long time. This ha...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Suspected overactive bladder issues still require a visit to the outpatient clinic for urodynamic testing or other urological examinations to understand the underlying disease.[Read More] Frequent Urination After Drinking Water: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Redness and Cracking of the Foreskin: Causes and Treatments
Redness and裂傷 of the foreskin? Ten days ago, after oral sex with my girlfriend, I noticed some itching on the glans the next day. Three days later, the foreskin became red and swollen with some itching. For the past two days, urination has been painful. I also noticed that the ti...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Suspected balanitis, it is still necessary to visit a urology clinic for a physician to confirm the diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Redness and Cracking of the Foreskin: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Asymptomatic Syphilis: What Positive Test Results Mean
Regarding asymptomatic syphilis with positive syphilis test results? I was found to have a positive reaction for syphilis during a blood donation, so I went to a major hospital for two follow-up tests related to syphilis two to three days later. I initially thought it might be a ...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Syphilis infection is treatable. As for the blood test results, you can consult a urologist or an infectious disease specialist for further examination and have the physician explain the findings.[Read More] Understanding Asymptomatic Syphilis: What Positive Test Results Mean
Post-Hernia Surgery: Understanding Discomfort Around the Penis
Hernia surgery completed? I had hernia surgery on November 25th (left-sided hernia), and I can walk normally now. However, the area at the base of my penis on the left side feels like it's chafed, and it feels prickly and uncomfortable when touched. Is this normal? (There is...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
After undergoing hernia surgery, the area on the left side of the base of the penis feels like it has been scraped, and touching it causes a prickling discomfort. This may be due to nerve involvement, and it is advisable to monitor the situation for a while. If any other discomfo...[Read More] Post-Hernia Surgery: Understanding Discomfort Around the Penis
Understanding Redness Around the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
A small red ring around the glans? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I noticed a small red ring on my glans, which has not been painful. It hasn't improved, and about two weeks ago, I visited the Disease Control Bureau (STD Prevention Center) in Ximen, where the doctor diagnosed...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
If balanitis persists, circumcision may be considered. If you have any questions, please consult the urology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Redness Around the Glans: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Hernia Surgery Costs and Insurance Coverage in Taiwan
Cost of hospitalization for hernia surgery? I would like to ask if the health insurance covers a two-day hospitalization for hernia surgery? What are the costs (surgery fee and hospitalization fee)?
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
The health insurance provides coverage, approximately between 3,000 to 5,000 NTD, but it also depends on the cost of the hospital room you are staying in.[Read More] Understanding Hernia Surgery Costs and Insurance Coverage in Taiwan
Effective Solutions for Frequent Urination and Bladder Weakness
How to improve symptoms such as frequent urination and bladder weakness? Hello, Doctor: I have a few questions to ask you. I have been troubled by issues such as frequent urination and nocturia. My symptoms include: sometimes I feel the urge to urinate but cannot, other times I f...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
You may need to visit the urology clinic for urodynamic testing to identify the specific issue, which will help determine the appropriate treatment.[Read More] Effective Solutions for Frequent Urination and Bladder Weakness
Struggling to Urinate in Public: Tips for Overcoming Anxiety
Unable to urinate? Hello doctor, I often find it difficult to urinate when there are people around me at school, but once I leave, I immediately feel the urge to go. What should I do? This issue has been bothering me for a long time.
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
This is a suspected urinary obstruction issue. Please visit the urology outpatient clinic for a detailed examination.[Read More] Struggling to Urinate in Public: Tips for Overcoming Anxiety
Understanding AIDS: Key Questions About Latency and Testing Explained
About AIDS Hello, Doctor Yan. I have a few questions: 1. Is the typical incubation period for HIV 1 to 12 weeks? Is there a specific duration for the incubation period? 2. During the incubation period, is it possible to test negative for antibodies? 3. If a blood test is conducte...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
After the HIV virus enters the human body, it takes some time for the blood to test positive. Therefore, it is not possible to determine whether a person has been infected with the virus at any given time after HIV infection. The latency period refers to the time during which the...[Read More] Understanding AIDS: Key Questions About Latency and Testing Explained
Understanding Uncommon Skin Issues: When to See a Urologist or Dermatologist
Questionable skin issues Hello, Doctor Yan! I have a question I would like to ask you. I have developed small flesh-colored spots along the frenulum of my penis, where the foreskin retracts (near the glans). They are not like a large cauliflower growth, nor are they pearly penile...
Dr. Yan Dawei reply Urology
Your issue is more complex and requires an examination by a physician in an outpatient setting; either a dermatologist or a urologist would be appropriate.[Read More] Understanding Uncommon Skin Issues: When to See a Urologist or Dermatologist