What to Do If Your Urinalysis Shows Abnormal Results?
What should I do if the results of my urine test report are abnormal? In the health check report, the urine test results show the following abnormalities highlighted in red for the first time: PRO (protein) is +, OB (urine occult blood) is 3+, BIL (urine bilirubin) is +, and WBC ...
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the urinalysis indicated the presence of proteinuria, hematuria, and pyuria, which may be caused by hemorrhagic cystitis due to a lower urinary tract infection. If there are no symptoms of fever or flank pain, it suggests that the infection ha...[Read More] What to Do If Your Urinalysis Shows Abnormal Results?
Understanding Pustular Skin Conditions: Are They Contagious?
Acne Hello, doctor. Recently, my boyfriend has developed many red, raised bumps on his face that feel hard to the touch and have pus in the center. They are located on his chin and cheeks, and when they first appeared, they were quite large and had pus. A dermatologist diagnosed ...
Dr. Xu Qingxiao Reply:
Ms. Liao Ya-Hui: The likelihood of a staphylococcal infection is still the highest. There are many things that need to be discussed, so please come to the outpatient clinic for a consultation and to examine the facial lesions so that we can provide more insights. Dr. Hsu Ching-Hs...[Read More] Understanding Pustular Skin Conditions: Are They Contagious?
Understanding Low-Grade Fever: When to Seek Medical Advice
Fever Hello: For the past two weeks, I have been experiencing a slight fever in the afternoon, with an axillary temperature of around 37.1 or 37.2 degrees Celsius. I feel easily fatigued, but I have no other uncomfortable symptoms. I usually tend to sweat a lot. Should I seek med...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Aaxillary temperature exceeding 37°C is considered abnormal and requires a consultation with the infectious disease department for relevant examinations, as stated by Zheng Shuxing.[Read More] Understanding Low-Grade Fever: When to Seek Medical Advice
Sudden Weight Gain in Seniors: Causes and Concerns to Consider
Sudden weight gain..? Hello: My father is 60 years old, and his weight has usually been around 54 to 55 kilograms. However, in the past few days, his weight suddenly increased to 57 kilograms. Additionally, in the last couple of days, he has noticed some swelling under his eyes, ...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello! Weight gain and edema may have the following possibilities: 1. Kidney disease and proteinuria 2. Hyperaldosteronism 3. Side effects of steroids. Please advise him to go to a major hospital for examination. Best wishes for health, Dr. Cheng Shu-Hsiang, Infectious Disease De...[Read More] Sudden Weight Gain in Seniors: Causes and Concerns to Consider
Understanding Septic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Sepsis Dear Dr. Cheng, I have some questions regarding my father's recent passing (May 3, 2023) due to septic shock. My father was participating in a self-improvement activity (traveling in Hualien and Taitung) when he developed high fever, cough, vomiting, and fainting whi...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello! Septic shock is caused by bacterial infections. Our hospital handles thousands of cases each year, with nearly one-third resulting in death, and the mortality rate is higher among the elderly. Many types of bacteria can cause septic shock, such as Escherichia coli, Klebsie...[Read More] Understanding Septic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Understanding Jaundice, Scrub Typhus, and Splenomegaly: Causes and Treatments
Jaundice, scrub typhus, splenomegaly? I am from Kaohsiung and returned to Taiwan from Japan on November 23. After that, I visited Chengqing Lake in Kaohsiung, the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium in Pingtung, Chihpen in Taitung, Chulu Ranch, Pingtung, and Cijin. On ...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
Regarding diagnosis based on symptoms, I would like to introduce you to a website: the "Infectious Disease Differential Diagnosis Assistance System" from the Centers for Disease Control, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taiwan (http://140.112.124.104/index-3.asp?item=2)....[Read More] Understanding Jaundice, Scrub Typhus, and Splenomegaly: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Geographic Tongue and Oral Health Concerns
I'm sorry, there's another issue? I have already taken a test once, and it was negative. It has been three weeks since my last sexual encounter, and I will take another test in February. However, I have noticed that I have a coating on my tongue. I visited the dentist t...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello, Zhao Zilong! Oral candidiasis appears as white patches measuring 1-2 mm on the oral mucosa (the tongue is just one part of it) that may bleed when scraped. It typically occurs in immunocompromised patients (such as those undergoing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or those...[Read More] Understanding Geographic Tongue and Oral Health Concerns
Understanding HIV Risks: Your Questions About Safe Sex Practices
Questions about HIV? I recently had one-night stands with three women over the past month and a half. The first was my first sexual encounter in a year, as my previous sexual partner was only my boyfriend. The second woman, aside from my ex-boyfriend, had one-night stands with si...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello! Although you used condoms with your multiple partners, the risk of infection is likely low. However, given your one-night stands and multiple partners, it's safest to get tested. I recommend you get a blood test within 2 to 6 weeks, and then follow up at 3 months and ...[Read More] Understanding HIV Risks: Your Questions About Safe Sex Practices
Managing Lupus: Treatment Options and Dietary Considerations
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Hello Dr. Tseng: Thank you for your response. My friend is currently hospitalized for treatment of lupus erythematosus, but the high fever has not subsided. Almost all kinds of tests have been conducted, yet the cause remains undetermined. Is st...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who present with high fever must be evaluated to differentiate whether the fever is due to an infection or an exacerbation of the lupus disease itself. If the fever is caused by the disease, corticosteroids may be used for manageme...[Read More] Managing Lupus: Treatment Options and Dietary Considerations
Can People with Allergies Donate Blood? Understanding the Guidelines
General knowledge Can people with allergies donate blood?
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello, Miss Pink: The general blood donation process involves screening for infectious diseases (such as hepatitis and AIDS) and ensuring that the donor's physical condition and hemoglobin levels are not too low (to avoid anemia), in order to prevent discomfort for the donor...[Read More] Can People with Allergies Donate Blood? Understanding the Guidelines