Understanding Bladder Cancer Diagnosis: Questions and Concerns
Questions about bladder cancer? First, I would like to outline my medical journey: On January 27 of this year, I discovered severe hematuria and sought medical attention the following day at a well-known urology clinic in Taipei, where I was informed of a tumor in my bladder. On ...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
Based on your information, it's difficult for me to make a judgment, but I still recommend discussing it with the surgeon who performed your operation.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Cancer Diagnosis: Questions and Concerns
Understanding Urethritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Urethritis Hello, Dr. Hsu. Recently, I have been experiencing urethritis and have seen a doctor who prescribed medication for me. I am feeling somewhat better, and the doctor advised me to drink more water. I am trying to drink over 2000 cc of water a day, but I still feel some i...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Xiao Zhen: Hello, you can roughly estimate the amount of urine each time. If it exceeds 150 cc, it should be considered normal. However, if it is very little, less than 50 cc, further examination is indeed necessary to understand the situation. Smoking can significantly increase ...[Read More] Understanding Urethritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Bladder Bubbles: Do You Need a Cystoscopy?
There are blisters in the bladder? Hello: A few days ago, I visited a gynecologist due to a urinary tract infection. After taking medication for three days and returning for a follow-up urine test, there were no signs of inflammation. However, since my menstrual cycle was not pre...
Dr. Cai Zongyou Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, please visit the urology outpatient clinic for a physician to evaluate and diagnose your condition. There are female urologists available, but their numbers are limited.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Bubbles: Do You Need a Cystoscopy?
Nutritional Guidelines for Chemotherapy in Bladder Cancer Patients
Dietary Issues During Chemotherapy My father needs chemotherapy and radiation therapy for bladder cancer. What vitamins should he supplement in terms of nutrition? Additionally, what dietary considerations should be taken to minimize discomfort? Thank you for your help!
Dr. Chen Junji Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Tian, Hello! I apologize for my personal oversight in not responding to your question in a timely manner. Regarding your father's complications and nutritional issues following his chemotherapy and radiation therapy for bladder cancer, as this is not my area of e...[Read More] Nutritional Guidelines for Chemotherapy in Bladder Cancer Patients
Understanding Post-Bladder Removal: Common Concerns and Care Tips
Will there be a lump after bladder removal? Due to bladder cancer, the doctor recommended a cystectomy. After the surgery, it was found that the area where the urinary bag was attached was particularly swollen. The doctor mentioned that this is normal but did not explain why this...
Dr. Cai Zongyou Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the treatment of tumors is a very complex process, especially as it is necessary to establish a treatment plan tailored to your specific condition. This plan may vary depending on the stage of the tumor. Since your description lacks detail, I ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Bladder Removal: Common Concerns and Care Tips
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Frequent urination I have a question! After returning from work, I've noticed that my frequency of urination has increased (urinating). I'm not sure if it's caused by stress... What should I do to treat this? I often drink a little water, and then I feel the urge t...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: "Frequent urination" is merely a symptom, not a disease itself. Most people refer to frequent urination as the need to urinate more than usual (more than 8 times during the day) and with shorter intervals. The bladder capacity is approximately 350 to 450 millilit...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Treatments, and Next Steps
Frequent urination Hello Dr. Chen: I have a problem with frequent urination. There is no pain during urination; I just keep needing to urinate. This has been going on for a month and a half. I have visited several hospitals for examinations, and they all diagnosed me with cystiti...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of frequent urination. Some are physiological, such as increased urination during winter months, while in summer, hot weather leads to sweating, which decreases the need for fluid intake and subsequently reduces urination frequency. Some individuals h...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Treatments, and Next Steps
Understanding Bladder Cancer Metastasis and Laser Treatment Options
Bladder cancer metastasis Hello Doctor: My father was diagnosed with bladder cancer four years ago and underwent a bladder resection. Last year, it was discovered that the cancer had metastasized to the right ureter and kidney, leading to a nephrectomy. This year, it has metastas...
Dr. Lai Ronghao Reply:
Hello: Laser surgery involves the vaporization of tumors, and the type I am currently aware of is the Holmium-YAG laser. The likelihood of recurrence for malignant tumors is inherently high, and the recurrence after your father's surgery indicates a significant possibility o...[Read More] Understanding Bladder Cancer Metastasis and Laser Treatment Options
Understanding Bladder Cancer: Screening for Chemical Exposure Risks
Bladder cancer Hello Dr. Chang: I came across a report stating that long-term exposure to chemical dyes increases the risk of bladder cancer. I would like to know how bladder cancer can be diagnosed, especially since I work in a chemical factory and am regularly exposed to these ...
Dr. Zhang Chengye Reply:
FERD: Hello! You should go to the outpatient clinic for a urine test. If the results are abnormal, further cystoscopy examination should be performed. Sincerely, Dr. Chang Cheng-yeh, Attending Physician, Department of Urology, Hsinchu Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Cancer: Screening for Chemical Exposure Risks
Understanding Urinary Symptoms: Concerns About Cancer and Treatment Options
excuse me? Hello Dr. Chen, I have a few questions I would like to ask. I apologize for the lengthy message. 1: A few months ago, I started experiencing symptoms of frequent urination and incomplete voiding, but there is no hematuria. Occasionally, I feel a slight pain in my low...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: 1. The causes of frequent urination, if symptoms have improved and tests are normal, may still be psychological factors. 2. For cancer screening, prostate cancer can be assessed with a PSA test. For bladder cancer, a cystoscopy or urine cytology is generally required. P...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Symptoms: Concerns About Cancer and Treatment Options
Understanding Hidden Blood in Urine: Causes and Concerns
Hematuria There are no physical discomforts, but a urinalysis showed occult blood (not visible to the naked eye), and ultrasound examinations are normal. What could be the issue? Is it possible that this is bladder cancer?
Dr. Lai Ronghao Reply:
Hello, the causes of hematuria can exceed one hundred, including inflammation, infection, stones, tumors, and coagulopathy. Therefore, if the examination results are normal, it is best to have regular follow-up checks. This is a response from Dr. Lai Rong-Hao, attending physician...[Read More] Understanding Hidden Blood in Urine: Causes and Concerns
Unexplained Abdominal Cramps: When to See a Urologist?
I often experience unexplained cramping in my abdomen? I often experience unexplained twitching on both sides of my abdomen, just below my rib cage. It's not painful, but rather a strange twitching sensation. I frequently have lower back pain, especially when riding a bike. ...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello! Bladder cancer is most commonly characterized by painless hematuria. In addition to the patient's medical history and symptoms, a cystoscopy is generally required to diagnose bladder cancer. When a patient presents with painless hematuria, physicians typically arrange...[Read More] Unexplained Abdominal Cramps: When to See a Urologist?
Understanding Bladder Cancer Tests: Which Results Should You Trust?
Bladder cancer screening? Hello Dr. Liu: My friend was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 1998 and underwent surgery for resection. For the past four years, follow-up examinations have been normal. However, recent test results have shown two situations: (1) the cystoscopy was norma...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
Patients with bladder cancer should undergo regular examinations of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. If any abnormalities are detected, further investigations, including invasive procedures, should be performed. The urologist will determine the app...[Read More] Understanding Bladder Cancer Tests: Which Results Should You Trust?
Comparing the Toxicity of Gram-Negative Bacteria and Treatment Options
The differences between Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (which one is more virulent) and treatment methods? Due to BCG treatment for bladder cancer, infections often occur during the course of therapy. Today, the patient presented with chills and shivering, and u...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
BCG treatment for bladder cancer often leads to urinary tract infections, so patients are frequently advised to drink plenty of water to keep the urinary tract clear. Enterococcus is a common urinary pathogen. If a patient unfortunately develops systemic symptoms (such as fever a...[Read More] Comparing the Toxicity of Gram-Negative Bacteria and Treatment Options