Assessing HIV Risk After Electrocautery Treatment for Penile Bumps
Risk of HIV Infection Due to having pimples on the penis, I underwent electrocautery. The procedure lasted about an hour, and during that time, someone assisted me. There was no bleeding at the moment, and I am unsure if the other person made any contact, but I noticed they had n...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Taiwan, there are three main modes of transmission for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV): 1. **Sexual Transmission**: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse with an HIV-infected individual or exchanging other bod...[Read More] Assessing HIV Risk After Electrocautery Treatment for Penile Bumps
Understanding HIV Symptoms and Testing: What You Need to Know
HIV-related issues 1. Ten days ago, I had unprotected sexual intercourse, and three days after the encounter, I developed a fever of 38.5 degrees Celsius. After seeing a doctor and receiving an injection, my fever subsided, but I continued to experience diarrhea for the following...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) data, the transmission routes of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are as follows: 1. **Sexual Transmission**: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse with an HIV-infected individual or exchanging other bodily fluids...[Read More] Understanding HIV Symptoms and Testing: What You Need to Know
Understanding Persistent Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions
My throat feels increasingly strange? Hello Doctor: About 5 or 6 years ago, I started coughing frequently due to sensitivity to the air, which seemed to have caused some old injuries. However, after visiting doctors for about 1 or 2 years, nothing was found. Now, I generally feel...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Based on your description, it seems to be symptoms of tonsil stones; however, this needs to be confirmed by an otolaryngologist. 2. According to your description, I am unsure if you have diabetes or are using steroids, which could suggest a possible oral candidiasis ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Oral Candidiasis: Risks and Precautions During Pregnancy
Oral candidiasis Hello, doctor. I noticed some mold spots in the sink while rinsing my mouth tonight. If some of it splashed into my mouth and I only spit it out, then rinsed my mouth after a few minutes, is there a risk of developing a Candida infection? I read online that adult...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, there are many molds in the environment, including the presence of Candida. Most molds coexist peacefully with humans and do not cause infections. For example, Candida infections typically occur when the body's immune system is compromised, such as in cases of diabete...[Read More] Understanding Oral Candidiasis: Risks and Precautions During Pregnancy
Can Zinc Deficiency Cause Atrophic Glossitis and Oral Candidiasis?
The issue of zinc? I have been experiencing intermittent pain in my tongue and have consulted both an otolaryngologist and an oral surgeon, but they could not determine the cause. The pain has been fluctuating, and recently the affected area has started to resemble the image at t...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, zinc deficiency can indeed cause the symptoms you described. However, it is still uncertain whether your symptoms are truly due to zinc deficiency. It may be advisable to go to a larger hospital to test your blood zinc levels for confirmation. In Taiwan, the likelihood of ...[Read More] Can Zinc Deficiency Cause Atrophic Glossitis and Oral Candidiasis?
Diabetes and Tongue Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Diabetes and Glossodynia Three years ago, I started brushing my teeth four times a day due to fear of cavities, whereas I used to brush only twice. Not long after, due to stress and poor sleep, my tongue began to hurt. I brushed for a long time, keeping toothpaste in my mouth for...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Diabetes can indeed cause neurological changes, and it is possible that the condition you mentioned is related to diabetes. However, it is not certain that diabetes is the sole cause. It is advisable to consult an oral specialist. 2. The toothpaste itself has a minim...[Read More] Diabetes and Tongue Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Oral Candidiasis: Causes, Symptoms, and HIV Concerns
Oral candidiasis Hello, doctor! In the past week or two, I noticed an oval-shaped white membrane on my lips. After scraping it off, I saw a slightly red sore that didn't hurt. Later, I wasn't sure if I bit it or if something else happened, but it turned into a regular u...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the question, "Is it necessary for me to get tested for HIV in my situation?" A: 1. According to the CDC website www.cdc.gov.tw/professional/page.aspx?treeid=7B56E6F932B49B90&nowtreeid=D03CCE3DF521E46A, there are three main routes of HIV tr...[Read More] Understanding Oral Candidiasis: Causes, Symptoms, and HIV Concerns
Understanding White Mucus on Lips: Causes and Treatments
There is white mucus on the lips? I'm not sure why there is white mucus on my lips that has also formed a membrane-like substance.
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. The complaint of having white mucus on the lips that can also form a membranous substance is rarely documented in medical literature for differential diagnosis. This indicates that it may simply be a manifestation, potentially normal or abnormal. Unless accompanied by other sp...[Read More] Understanding White Mucus on Lips: 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