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
Understanding STD Risks: Can Minor Skin Injuries Lead to HIV or Syphilis?
I'm sorry, but I need more context or specific content to Hello, doctor. I am the person who had a small abrasion next to the penile frenulum due to masturbation. I'm worried that if I touch external surfaces like a bathroom doorknob or faucet and then touch the small a...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
1. Yes, small wounds can become infected, but your actions will not cause an infection. 2. Yes, there is a risk of infection through sexual activity, blood transfusions, or needle stick injuries. 3. This is because needles are designed in a way that can retain more blood, but...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks: Can Minor Skin Injuries Lead to HIV or Syphilis?
Understanding STD Risks and Testing: Your Concerns Addressed
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) issues? Hello, Doctor. 1. About two months ago, I had a small skin abrasion near the frenulum of my penis due to masturbation. I often check the abrasion in the company restroom and touch it. I'm wondering if it's possible that I...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
1. Such contact behaviors do not transmit HIV, syphilis, or gonorrhea. 2. Unless there is unsafe sexual behavior, there is no need for testing. 3. This process does not lead to syphilis infection. 4. Based on your description, it is likely folliculitis, which is usually cau...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks and Testing: Your Concerns Addressed
Understanding STD Risks: Concerns About Skin Injuries and Infection
Please ask again? Hello, doctor. I am the person who had a small abrasion near the penile frenulum due to masturbation, and I am worried about the possibility of infection from touching external surfaces such as restroom doorknobs or faucets, and then touching the abrasion, poten...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Based on the symptoms you described, they are not indicative of syphilis, and the manner of contact you mentioned would not lead to syphilis transmission. 2. Most sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are transmitted through sexual intercourse; a small number of HIV...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks: Concerns About Skin Injuries and Infection
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Treatment Options
Frequent urination issues? Since early August, I have noticed an increase in my urination frequency, often feeling the need to urinate again shortly after just finishing. At its worst, I remember urinating three times within about an hour, and experiencing nocturia once. Recently...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it is indeed highly unlikely that you have benign prostatic hyperplasia due to your young age. The most probable causes for your symptoms are as follows: 1. Abnormalities in the urinary tract structure. However, theoretically, if it were a stru...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding IgA Nephropathy: Key Questions and Concerns for Patients
Regarding IgA nephropathy? Hello Doctor, I recently went to see a physician due to proteinuria and hematuria. After several examinations, the doctor suspects I have IgA nephropathy. Since the test results are not yet available, I would like to ask a few questions in case I am dia...
Dr. Lin Wuxuan Reply:
Hello: Below are the responses to your questions. 1. IgA nephropathy can be well controlled with medication, but regular follow-up appointments are still necessary. Appropriate treatment can indeed reduce the risk of renal function deterioration leading to dialysis. 2. It is re...[Read More] Understanding IgA Nephropathy: Key Questions and Concerns for Patients
Does Masturbation Affect Urine Tests for Prediabetes?
Diabetes issues Hello Dr. Lin, my fasting urine test showed a hemoglobin A1c level of 6.1%, and the report indicates possible prediabetes. I would like to know if masturbating within 2 hours before the urine test could affect the accuracy of the results?
Dr. Lin Jianliang Reply:
For prediabetes, it is recommended to manage diet and exercise, and to have regular follow-ups. Before a urine test, it is advised to avoid masturbation. If there are any related concerns, it is recommended to consult a professional physician in person.[Read More] Does Masturbation Affect Urine Tests for Prediabetes?
Does Masturbation Before a Health Check Affect Urine and Blood Tests?
Masturbation the day before a routine health check-up? I would like to ask if masturbation the day before a routine physical examination for workers will affect the accuracy of urine tests and blood tests. Recently, I have been under a lot of stress and have been masturbating mor...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, if ejaculation occurs during masturbation, there may be some residual semen in the urethra the next day. Since semen contains proteins, sperm may be detected in a urine test or protein may be found in the urine. However, if the semen has been flushed out by urine, the urin...[Read More] Does Masturbation Before a Health Check Affect Urine and Blood Tests?
Is Orchitis a Symptom of HIV? Understanding the Connection
Is orchitis a symptom of HIV? I went to Japan in mid-December last year and had sexual intercourse with a sex worker, during which we used condoms. However, I performed oral sex on her, and at that time, I had a small cut on my lip measuring 0.1 x 0.1 cm. After returning to Taiwa...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. Based on the above description, you may refer to the article: http://sdact.tand.org.tw/issue/issue_info.asp?issue_id=1602. All sexually transmitted infections can be transmitted through unsafe sexual practices (without using condoms). It is recommended to consult...[Read More] Is Orchitis a Symptom of HIV? Understanding the Connection
Is Excessive Masturbation Causing My Back Pain and Urine Issues?
Is excessive masturbation a concern? Hello doctor, after masturbating last night, I felt a brief pain in my back muscles when stretching. I was worried all night and now I feel a bit fatigued. Could this be a kidney issue, or is it related to excessive masturbation (once a day)? ...
Dr. Wu Hongjie Reply:
Hello: Typically, pain in the kidney area is not located too high. If you are referring to pain that is at the level of the thoracic spine, it may not be related to kidney function issues. To determine if there is an infection, a urine test is recommended, as bubbles in the urine...[Read More] Is Excessive Masturbation Causing My Back Pain and Urine Issues?
Is a Soft Lump Above My Testicle a Cause for Concern?
There is a foreign object above the testicle? I have an oval-shaped lump about one centimeter in size located above my left testicle, near the epididymis. It has been there for a long time, possibly 4 to 5 years or even longer. It does not hurt, feels slightly soft, and does not ...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
Such conditions are mostly semen cysts or simple cysts, with a small number being benign leiomyomas. It is recommended to consult a urologist for a scrotal ultrasound for differentiation before making a decision. Thank you for your inquiry, and the Nephrology Department of Changh...[Read More] Is a Soft Lump Above My Testicle a Cause for Concern?
Can Sharing Sex Toys Lead to Infections? Expert Insights
Shared toys? Hello, doctor! Last time, due to a moment of masturbation, I used a sex toy that my friend had left in the drawer. I'm worried that my friend might not have cleaned it before using it over the weekend when I wasn't around. After three to four days, I used i...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, Regarding the previous incident of using a friend's sex toy from the drawer after a moment of masturbation: (1) The transmissibility of each sexually transmitted infection (STI) varies, and the primary transmission routes for HIV are unprotected sexual inter...[Read More] Can Sharing Sex Toys Lead to Infections? Expert Insights
Understanding Kidney Health: Myths, Stones, and Treatment Options
Kidney problems Doctors often say that excessive masturbation can harm the kidneys, but can it actually lead to kidney cancer or kidney inflammation? I have been told by a doctor that kidney stones and kidney cancer are two different diseases, and that a qualified physician can d...
Dr. Xie Rongyuan Reply:
Hello: Regarding your questions, here are the responses: (1) Generally, kidney stones and kidney cancer can be reliably differentiated through an initial ultrasound examination. (2) As for the Chinese herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine, it is advisable to consult a licens...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Health: Myths, Stones, and Treatment Options
Is Your Back Pain a Sign of Kidney Deficiency? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
I'm not sure if it's kidney deficiency? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor about a situation. I previously worked part-time lifting heavy objects, and at that time, my posture was poor. After finishing the lifting on that day, I felt something unusual around my lower...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
"Kidney deficiency" is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, commonly understood as dysfunction of the endocrine system, kidney function, or sexual function. However, from the perspective of evidence-based medicine, if you experience lower back pain due to liftin...[Read More] Is Your Back Pain a Sign of Kidney Deficiency? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Kidney Issues: Proteinuria and Hematuria Concerns
Kidney problems Hello, Doctor: 1. Is a urine protein level of 180 mg/L considered normal? (The reference value is 150 mg/L.) 2. However, I have a urine occult blood result of 4+. Is this related to excessive masturbation? After drinking more water, the color of my urine became ...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
1. Is a urine protein level of 180 mg/L considered normal? (The reference value is 150 mg/gm. Since 180 > 150 mg/gm, it cannot be considered normal. However, this slightly elevated physiological urine protein may occur after intense exercise. It is recommended to retest later....[Read More] Understanding Kidney Issues: Proteinuria and Hematuria Concerns
Understanding Right Groin Discomfort: Seeking the Right Medical Advice
Right groin? Since last summer, I've been experiencing discomfort on the right side of my body, starting with pain that is hard to describe. The uncomfortable area is located to the right of my right testicle, in the perineum, and the upper right side of my anus (initially, ...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
First, let's clarify a few points that may not seem related to nephrology (I am a nephrologist). 1. Where exactly do you feel discomfort? Is it in the scrotum, inner thigh, perineum, or near the anus? A physician examining you in person would have a better understanding of...[Read More] Understanding Right Groin Discomfort: Seeking the Right Medical Advice
Head and Neck Pain During Masturbation: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing pain in the neck and head during masturbation? Hello Doctor: About two weeks ago, one evening the weather suddenly turned cold. I was dressed lightly and rode my scooter home for about 10 minutes (I felt very cold at the time). Once I got home, I immediately felt a h...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
You may have recently caught a cold and engaged in masturbation, which your body may not be able to handle. It's best to rest and avoid masturbation for 1-2 weeks.[Read More] Head and Neck Pain During Masturbation: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hair Loss and Hormonal Imbalances: Your Questions Answered
Some questions..? Hello, doctor! I have some questions to ask! 1. I read online that excessive masturbation can cause hair loss, while others say it does not. Which one is correct? 2. My friend has a lot of facial hair. He mentioned that a doctor told him he has hormonal imba...
Dr. Yao Quan Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Sa, Hello! Western medicine does not consider masturbation to be a cause of baldness. However, neither Western nor Traditional Chinese Medicine has conducted large-scale studies on this issue, so strictly speaking, there is no definitive answer to whether masturbation...[Read More] Understanding Hair Loss and Hormonal Imbalances: Your Questions Answered
Daily vs. Spread Out: The Effects of Frequent Masturbation on Health
Masturbating five times in one day versus five times over the course of five days? Hello, doctor. I have a question. If I masturbate five times in one day versus masturbating once a day for five days, are these two situations the same for "down there" (referring to the ...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Masturbating five times a day may lead to a gradual decrease in semen volume and can cause increased feelings of fatigue both physically and mentally. It is advisable for young individuals to refrain from excessive sexual activity to maintain their physical and mental vitality. T...[Read More] Daily vs. Spread Out: The Effects of Frequent Masturbation on Health
How Many Calories Does Masturbation or Sex Burn?
Does masturbation or sexual intercourse burn a lot of calories? I would like to ask the doctor if the calories burned during masturbation or sexual intercourse are significant. Will doing these activities frequently make it easier to lose weight? Thank you.
Dr. Wang Fangli Reply:
Masturbation or sexual intercourse does not lead to weight loss.[Read More] How Many Calories Does Masturbation or Sex Burn?