Understanding STD Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
Infectious disease issues? Hello, doctor. I have two questions to ask you. My boyfriend had a small spot on his glans about a year ago, and it was diagnosed as genital warts. I got checked afterward and was fine, but we haven't had sexual intercourse since then. Today, I not...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Regarding the issue with cotton swabs, theoretically, cotton swabs are single-use disposable items and should not cause infections. As for the toes, they are not a common area for warts to become infected, so it is unlikely to lead to an infection. 2. Taking the sub...[Read More] Understanding STD Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
Understanding STDs: Concerns About Transmission and Safe Practices
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) issues? Hello Doctor, I have a question. My boyfriend had a small bump last year and after examination, it was diagnosed as genital warts. I trust him completely, and I also got checked and was found to be negative. He has been very protective...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, cauliflower is indeed transmitted through bodily fluids and blood via mucous membranes, and the risk of infection through general skin contact is quite low. As for condoms, they serve two additional purposes: one is to prevent the transmission of other sexually transmitted...[Read More] Understanding STDs: Concerns About Transmission and Safe Practices
Understanding Genital Health: Common Concerns and Expert Advice
Please ask your questions? Hello Dr. Hong, I would like to ask you a few health education questions. At the end of last year, I noticed a small lesion on the mucosal area of my glans and went to a urologist for examination. The doctor was unsure if it was a wart, so they performe...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding the first question, there is indeed no need to worry, as transmission is usually more likely through sexual contact. As for the second question, there is no standard answer because the clinical diagnosis of genital warts primarily relies on the observation of les...[Read More] Understanding Genital Health: Common Concerns and Expert Advice
Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Risks and Testing After Oral Sex
Regarding cauliflower infection? Hello doctor, I had anal intercourse with a friend on June 23 of this year, and we used a condom throughout the entire act, as I was the insertive partner. For oral sex, we did not use a condom; he performed oral sex on me, and my mouth did not co...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Oral sex without a condom theoretically does not lead to lesions in the anal area; however, due to the highly contagious nature of genital warts (condyloma acuminatum), transmission can occur through surrounding bedding, clothing, or inadvertent contact, making it dif...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Risks and Testing After Oral Sex
Understanding Your Blood Test Results: What Elevated ALT and Lymphocytes Mean
Ask the doctor some questions? Hello doctor, my health check report shows an ALT level of 45, and it seems my lymphocytes are elevated at around 60, while other values are slightly low and abnormal, prompting the recommendation to see a hematologist. At that time, the doctor aske...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Based on your description of general discomfort along with elevated liver enzymes and increased lymphocytes, it is indeed more likely to be a viral infection. However, the viruses referred to here are common viruses, such as respiratory viruses, commonly known as &quo...[Read More] Understanding Your Blood Test Results: What Elevated ALT and Lymphocytes Mean
Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Acne or Skin Contact?
Can sexually transmitted infections (STIs) be transmitted? Hello doctor, I previously had genital warts, which were treated with electrocautery and have not recurred since. However, I accidentally touched my chin acne while showering. Can the virus be transmitted through the acne...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, if the cauliflower (genital warts) has been treated with electrosurgery and there are no signs of recurrence, it should not be transmitted through the wound. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Acne or Skin Contact?
Understanding the Transmission of HPV: Can You Get It from Shared Devices?
Transmission routes of cauliflower disease (genital warts)? Hello doctor, I'm about to enter the second year of junior high school, and my older brother is in his first year of college. Today, after playing games on his phone, I went to urinate and I can't remember if m...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, genital warts are a sexually transmitted infection, and the vast majority of cases are transmitted through sexual intercourse. Therefore, the likelihood of infection through the process you described is very low. Additionally, your brother or those around you likely do not...[Read More] Understanding the Transmission of HPV: Can You Get It from Shared Devices?
Understanding the Risks of Warts and STIs: Your Questions Answered
149770 follow-up question 1. Hello Doctor, I have a question. My colleague has a viral wart, but he has already undergone cryotherapy twice, and the doctor told him to just observe it afterward. However, the area where he was treated has not completely healed, and there is anothe...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Viral warts must be assessed through a direct examination of the skin condition, and it is not possible to answer hypothetical questions regarding your colleague's situation. It is recommended that if you have any abnormal skin conditions, you seek consultation with a dermat...[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Warts and STIs: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Syphilis Infection Risks: Common Questions Answered
Risk of Syphilis Infection 1. Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask if contact with a wound can lead to syphilis infection. I am unsure if the term "wound" includes minor cuts. I have acne on my cheek and small cuts from shaving. If I come into contact with someone else&#x...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection primarily transmitted through sexual intercourse. In contrast, genital warts require direct contact with the lesions for a higher chance of infection. Currently, evidence-based medicine cannot address too many hypothetical questions. I...[Read More] Understanding Syphilis Infection Risks: Common Questions Answered
Understanding Wound Infection Risks and STD Transmission Concerns
Inquiring about wound infection? Hello, Doctor. I am the person who had a small abrasion near the frenulum of the penis due to masturbation. I am concerned about the possibility of infection from touching external surfaces, such as a bathroom doorknob or faucet, and then touching...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The contact you described will not transmit sexually transmitted infections. 2. Yes, there is no risk of infection. 3. It is on the inner part of the genitals. 4. Yes, it can be ruled out. 5. Yes, it can be ruled out. 6. Yes, it can be ruled out. 7. There is no risk of ...[Read More] Understanding Wound Infection Risks and STD Transmission Concerns
Can Minor Skin Cuts Lead to Infection from Touching Surfaces?
Infection concerns? Hello doctor, so even if there is a small abrasion and I touch the faucet or doorknob in the restroom before touching the wound on my penis, it shouldn't lead to an infection of genital warts, right? It's just that the small abrasion makes me worry a...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, even if there are minor wounds as you described and contact with the external environment, it is still unlikely to contract genital warts. There is no need to worry excessively. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can Minor Skin Cuts Lead to Infection from Touching Surfaces?
Concerns About Indirect HPV Infection and Skin Lesions
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Hello doctor, recently I had a small abrasion on my genital area. While at work, I check the abrasion in the restroom, and I sometimes touch it with my hands. I'm worried that if I wash my hands before using the restroom but then touch ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the vast majority of cauliflower warts (condylomas) are caused by sexual activity, although a small number can be transmitted through contact, but the chances are very low. Based on your description of these daily activities, they are unlikely to cause infection. It is adv...[Read More] Concerns About Indirect HPV Infection and Skin Lesions
Could You Have Genital Warts or STDs After a Massage?
Consultation regarding cauliflower? A few days ago, I went to a hotel and received a Thai massage from a sex worker. I lay on the water bed during the session, and after the massage, I had unprotected oral sex, but there was no intercourse. Since then, I've been experiencing...
Dr. Lin Wuxuan Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, although there was no direct contact between the genital organs, it is still classified as sexual contact. Since there were no protective measures and there is a possibility of bodily fluid exchange, there is still a risk of contracting a sexuall...[Read More] Could You Have Genital Warts or STDs After a Massage?
Can Warts on Your Boyfriend's Hand Be Transmitted Through Kissing?
Warts on your boyfriend's hand can be contagious. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which can be transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact or by touching surfaces that have been contaminated with Is it possible to transmit infections through kissing a...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the question of whether kissing and intimate touching can transmit infections, here is the response: 1. According to the Dermatology Expert Health Network (http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52): A. What are viral warts? Viral warts are les...[Read More] Can Warts on Your Boyfriend's Hand Be Transmitted Through Kissing?
Understanding Genital Warts: Treatment, Surgery, and Aftercare
Cauliflower issues and cleaning aspects? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you with a few questions. Today, I went for a gynecological check-up, and during the ultrasound, I inquired about a small bump at the vaginal opening that I initially thought was folliculitis. Howev...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, Regarding: 1. I found a small bump at the vaginal opening that I initially thought was folliculitis, but after examination, the doctor said it was a wart and immediately scheduled me for electrosurgery in four days. However, I expect my period to start that day. ...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Treatment, Surgery, and Aftercare
Concerns About Vaginal Bumps: What Could They Be?
Hello, doctor. I have been very worried about a problem? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about a concern I have. When I touch inside my vagina, I feel two rows of small, black, bump-like structures that resemble blisters on each side. I am very worried that this might be genita...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is indeed likely that you have vaginitis. However, vaginitis is a general term that refers to inflammation of the vagina caused by various factors. This can include sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea, syphilis, and herpes...[Read More] Concerns About Vaginal Bumps: What Could They Be?
Do I Need to Disclose Past Genital Warts in My Medical History?
Hello, Doctor? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I need to include a history of having had genital warts (condyloma) in my medical history, even though I have been treated and have not had a recurrence. Can I choose not to write it down? Genital warts are usually located arou...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: 1. The medical term for warts is "condylomata acuminata," which is a recurrent disease associated with cancer. Failing to inform your physician may lead to misdiagnosis, and if you have standard commercial health insurance, the insurance company may deny claims b...[Read More] Do I Need to Disclose Past Genital Warts in My Medical History?
Can You Work as a Nurse After Being Treated for Genital Warts?
I'm sorry, but I need more specific content to translate. Please provide the text you I would like to ask if someone who has been treated for genital warts can work as a nurse?
Dr. Xie Rongyuan Reply:
Hello: If you have been treated for warts, it is important to consult a physician at the hospital to determine if you have fully recovered. Thank you for your message![Read More] Can You Work as a Nurse After Being Treated for Genital Warts?