30 Days Post Circumcision: Addressing Concerns and Recovery Tips
30 days post circumcision? Hello Doctor, I have completed 30 days post circumcision and my recovery seems to be normal. My last follow-up appointment was on day 22, during which I asked the doctor why I still feel tight after the surgery and why the glans does not appear fully ex...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Hello Mr. Anonymous: 1. Postoperative swelling of the foreskin should gradually improve over time. 2. Whether the frenulum is too tight can only be determined by a physician during an outpatient consultation. Dr. Lin Wen-Hsu, Urology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] 30 Days Post Circumcision: Addressing Concerns and Recovery Tips
Understanding Penile Hard Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Care
Glans penis hard lump Hello, I have a question I would like to ask. I noticed that after frequent masturbation over the past few days, a round hard lump appears near the glans of my penis (it is more noticeable when erect), and that area feels numb. However, after resting for a f...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Based on your situation, penile cancer may present as a lump that may or may not be palpable at times. If a urologist has already examined you, then observation is appropriate. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Penile Hard Lumps: Causes, Concerns, and Care
Understanding HSV1 Genital Herpes: Causes, Risks, and Management
Genital infection with HSV-1 herpes: issues and subsequent care? Hello Doctor, today is January 7th. I started seeing doctors about 10 days ago, initially thinking it was a recurrence of common balanitis. I had blood tests for HIV, syphilis, HSV-1, and HSV-2. The results showed t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Can circumcision reduce the recurrence rate of HSV-1 in the genital area? --> If cleanliness is maintained, surgery is not necessary. 2. Was this recurrence due to my sexual partner having an active oral herpes outbreak at that time? --> Not necessarily, as you ...[Read More] Understanding HSV1 Genital Herpes: Causes, Risks, and Management
Managing Recurrent Balanitis and Posthitis in Diabetic Patients
Balanitis and posthitis Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. I have type 2 diabetes and previously experienced bumps on the glans, for which my doctor prescribed Meconazole ointment, and it resolved. After more than a year, the issue recurred, and I applied Mecon...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
If there are recurrent inflammations, circumcision may be considered.[Read More] Managing Recurrent Balanitis and Posthitis in Diabetic Patients
Post-Circumcision Complications: Managing Wound Healing and Concerns
Post-operative dehiscence after circumcision? Hello doctor, I underwent a circumcision on the morning of December 6th using a circumcision device. I had follow-up appointments on December 7th and 8th to check the wound and change the dressings. During these days, I was very caref...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It has been a while, and it is unlikely to crack. The chances are low, and the doctor will evaluate it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Complications: Managing Wound Healing and Concerns
Understanding Persistent Red Circles Around the Frenulum: Urology Insights
Red circle around the ligature? Hello, doctor. Regarding the connection between the frenulum and the previous circumcision site, I experienced some discomfort three months ago after vigorous sexual activity (with a condom). A few days later, I noticed a series of regular red circ...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
It is recommended to consult a urologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Red Circles Around the Frenulum: Urology Insights
Understanding Frenulum Tightness and Adhesion Issues After Circumcision
Frenulum and adhesion issues? Hello Doctor, I have diabetes and my HbA1c is currently around 7.5. I underwent a circumcision due to balanitis in the past, which allows the glans to be exposed, but the remaining foreskin does not stay below the coronal sulcus. After recovery, I ha...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is surgery necessary to address the tethering? -- Generally not required; just keep the area clean and dry. 2. What methods can be used to treat adhesions in the coronal sulcus? -- If the area is large, topical medication may not be sufficient; it may be necessary to ha...[Read More] Understanding Frenulum Tightness and Adhesion Issues After Circumcision
Post-Circumcision Adhesion: Can Clobetasol Cream Help?
Post-circumcision care Hello, doctor: It has been three years since my circumcision, and the foreskin is still partially adhered to the glans and cannot be retracted. Will applying Clobetasol ointment help improve this condition?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The chances are slim, wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Adhesion: Can Clobetasol Cream Help?
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Skin Issues After Circumcision
Frenulum tear Hello Doctor, I underwent a circumcision procedure on November 15th, and everything seemed normal initially. However, after the surgeon advised me to start showering on November 20th, I took my first shower and maintained proper hygiene and dressing changes. The nex...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: Your condition requires clinical judgment. If it is friction-related, it should occur gradually. Initially, if there is a wound, it will be painful. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Skin Issues After Circumcision
Managing Post-Circumcision Adhesions: Solutions and Options
Post-circumcision care Hello Doctor: About three years ago, I underwent a circumcision. After the surgery, the skin remained attached to about half of the glans. Once the wound healed, I attempted to retract it but have not been successful. Currently, the foreskin is adhered to h...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It seems that another minor surgery is needed to separate adhesions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Post-Circumcision Adhesions: Solutions and Options
Understanding Post-Circumcision Pain: Causes and Care Tips
Circumcision surgery Hello Doctor, I underwent a circumcision procedure on November 15, and everything seemed normal initially. However, after the surgeon advised me on November 20 that I could start taking showers, I took my first shower and maintained proper hygiene and dressin...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your condition requires clinical judgment. If it is friction-related, it should occur gradually. Initially, if there is a wound, it will be painful. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Circumcision Pain: Causes and Care Tips
Is It Normal to Have Genital Warts with Negative HPV Test Results?
Having cauliflower-like lesions with a negative HPV test result is not uncommon. It is possible for such lesions to be caused by factors other than HPV, such as other infections or skin conditions. However, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evalu...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is it possible to have warts without HPV virus? --> It is possible that it was not detected. If there is an infection, the test should show it. 2. Does the HPV virus really get suppressed by the vaccine, and does it disappear so quickly? Or was there never an inf...[Read More] Is It Normal to Have Genital Warts with Negative HPV Test Results?
Understanding Glans Issues: Do You Need Circumcision for Pain and Discoloration?
Glans issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a situation. After I masturbated today, my foreskin did not retract on its own, and then I experienced an erection. Now, the glans is slightly purple and painful. Do I need to consider a circumcision?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello, if the foreskin can be manually retracted, but this occurs frequently, it is advisable to consider a circumcision. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Glans Issues: Do You Need Circumcision for Pain and Discoloration?
Understanding Foreskin Issues: When to Consider Circumcision?
Foreskin issues I would like to ask the doctor some questions. I am currently in high school, and when my penis is not erect, I can retract the foreskin to the coronal ridge, but when it is erect, it becomes difficult to pull back and tends to stop around the coronal ridge. Howev...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Based on your description, it seems you have a problem with phimosis. If the foreskin is retracted and an erection occurs, there is a possibility of developing paraphimosis. It is better to address the issue of phimosis, as this will also improve hygiene. The concerns you mention...[Read More] Understanding Foreskin Issues: When to Consider Circumcision?
Understanding Physiological Phimosis: Do You Need Circumcision?
Foreskin issues I'm sorry, doctor, but when I'm not erect, my foreskin can normally retract past the coronal sulcus, but when I am erect, it cannot (I've tried, but it just won't expose the coronal ridge). I found online that this is physiological phimosis, an...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Based on your condition, it is advisable to seek medical attention. If the erection is persistent and cannot be resolved, surgery may be recommended. Please consult a physician to determine if surgery is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Physiological Phimosis: Do You Need Circumcision?
Understanding Numbness During Male Masturbation: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the body during male masturbation? Hello, doctor. I am a 30-year-old male, 173 cm tall and weighing 78 kg. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, and I have not undergone circumcision. The glans can naturally be exposed during an erection. I have not engaged in sexual inter...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Numbness During Male Masturbation: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Frenulum Tears: When to Seek Medical Attention
Ligament tear Hello doctor, I seem to have caused a laceration of about 0.2 cm while doing DIY, and now on the 10th day, the surface of the wound looks healed, but there is a small indentation that is slightly painful to touch. Do I need to go to the hospital for suturing, or can...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: I seem to have caused a laceration of about 0.2 cm while doing DIY, and now on the 10th day, the surface of the wound looks healed, but there is a small indentation that is slightly painful when touched. Should I go to the hospital for suturing, or can I wait for it to hea...[Read More] Understanding Frenulum Tears: When to Seek Medical Attention
Post-Circumcision Pain and Recovery: What to Expect After Frenulum Fixation
Circumcision with fascial fixation? Hello Doctor: I underwent laser circumcision and fascial anchoring (subcutaneous penile fixation) last week (on October 16). I would like to understand if some postoperative symptoms are normal. 1. During erections, I feel pain not only at th...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. During an erection, in addition to the pain from the foreskin incision, I feel pain throughout the entire penis. Even a slight touch in any direction while erect causes the pain to double, especially near the base where it feels particularly tight, as if a tendon is b...[Read More] Post-Circumcision Pain and Recovery: What to Expect After Frenulum Fixation
Understanding Tear Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention
Tearing caused by excessive force? Hello doctor, I seem to have caused a laceration of about 0.2 cm while doing DIY, and now on the 10th day, the surface of the wound looks healed, but there is a small indentation that is slightly painful to touch. Do I need to go to the hospital...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: I seem to have caused a laceration of about 0.2 cm while doing DIY, and now on the 10th day, the surface of the wound looks healed, but there is a small indentation that is slightly painful when touched. Should I go to the hospital for suturing, or can I wait for it to hea...[Read More] Understanding Tear Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention
Post-Circumcision Concerns: White Spots Near Sutures Explained
Post-circumcision issue: There are white spots near the sutures? Hello, Dr. Du. I have diabetes and have been experiencing recurrent balanitis. Recently, my doctor mentioned that I have warts at the tip of my foreskin due to phimosis. After discussion, I underwent a circumcision,...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It shouldn't be a concern, but it may require monitoring. If you have any questions during your follow-up appointment, please consult your physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: White Spots Near Sutures Explained