Painful Urination After First Unprotected Anal Sex: What You Need to Know
Experiencing pain during urination the day after unprotected sexual intercourse may indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI) or irritation. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment? Hello, Doctor Du! Three days ago, ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You may need to seek medical examination. HIV may not be detected quickly, and currently, a urine test is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Painful Urination After First Unprotected Anal Sex: What You Need to Know
Why Didn't I Get Warts If My Girlfriend Did? Understanding HPV Risks
My girlfriend has developed warts, but I haven't? 1. My girlfriend developed genital warts about two weeks ago, but I haven't shown any symptoms. Does this mean I have the virus in my body? We last had intercourse about a week ago, but we always used condoms. 2. My gir...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: According to professional literature, warts can develop more than a year after infection. Routine HPV testing is also considered for reference, and condoms do not provide complete protection. It is difficult to determine who transmitted the virus to whom. Wishing you good ...[Read More] Why Didn't I Get Warts If My Girlfriend Did? Understanding HPV Risks
Understanding Infection Risks After Intimate Encounters: A Urology Perspective
Infection risk Hello, doctor. Earlier, I visited an entertainment venue and engaged in activities with a woman, including being in the water together and sharing a light kiss. Following that, she performed oral sex on me without a condom. The woman used mouthwash beforehand, and ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can refer to the following principles for categorizing sexual behaviors based on their risk levels. No-risk activities include masturbation, hugging, and touching areas other than the genitals; low-risk activities include mutual masturbation, light kissing, mutual rubb...[Read More] Understanding Infection Risks After Intimate Encounters: A Urology Perspective
Understanding HIV Risks: Safe Practices and PEP Considerations
HIV/AIDS issues On the afternoon of the 13th, I engaged in protected oral and vaginal intercourse with a sex worker. My fingers made contact with their vagina without a glove. Afterward, I tested the condom with water, and there was no leakage; all the semen was contained within ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, engaging in safe sex with protection is effective. As for whether to take PEP, that decision may need to be made by yourself. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HIV Risks: Safe Practices and PEP Considerations
Can You Get Pregnant from External Contact Without Protection?
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, yesterday was the first day after my menstrual period ended. I had some intimate contact with my boyfriend where his glans rubbed against me, but there was no penetration and we did not use a condom. I would like to ask how likely it is to get pr...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The chances are very slim, but please consult with an obstetrician-gynecologist for confirmation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from External Contact Without Protection?
Is Frictional Anal Contact Without Penetration a Risk for STDs?
Is it possible to transmit sexually transmitted infections (STIs) if one partner rubs against the anus without penetration? Hello, Dr. Du. I (male) engaged in sexual activity with another male, during which he restrained me and rubbed his penis around my anal area without using a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: We need to check for any bodily fluid contact, but of course, it is much less than sexual intercourse. It depends on health status.[Read More] Is Frictional Anal Contact Without Penetration a Risk for STDs?
Managing Post-Procedure Pain After Electrosurgery for Genital Warts
Post-operative care after electrosurgery for cauliflower ear? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with a genital wart infection at the vaginal opening and underwent electrosurgery immediately. It has been 3 months since the procedure, and there has been no recurrence. I have been using...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Please refrain from sexual activity for the time being. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Post-Procedure Pain After Electrosurgery for Genital Warts
Understanding Asymptomatic Herpes: Symptoms, Healing Time, and Safe Practices
Questions about herpes? Hello doctor, today when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a few very small blisters on the inner side of my foreskin, about 5 to 8 of them. They are completely painless and itch-free, and when I touch them with my fingernail, fluid comes out. I suspect it...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is possible, but there will likely be pain due to the wound. Recovery usually takes more than a week, so it's important to rest, as immunity is crucial. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Asymptomatic Herpes: Symptoms, Healing Time, and Safe Practices
Managing Recurrent Balanitis: Tips for Prevention and Care
Recurrent balanitis? Hello Doctor: I have an issue with elongated foreskin, but it can retract completely. A few months ago, I experienced balanitis and briefly used hydrocortisone cream, which healed the condition. However, the restored foreskin has become somewhat sensitive and...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, it depends on the situation, and it is prone to recurrence. It is essential to maintain local cleanliness and dryness for a period of time. During sexual activity, condoms should be used. Both oral and topical medications can be effective, and usually, no specia...[Read More] Managing Recurrent Balanitis: Tips for Prevention and Care
Can You Get Pregnant Without Ejaculation? Understanding Pre-Ejaculate Risks
Is it possible for semen to leak out without ejaculation? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if during intercourse with my girlfriend I did not use a condom but did not ejaculate, is there a possibility of semen leakage? Could my girlfriend become pregnant?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is possible, but the sperm count is very low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant Without Ejaculation? Understanding Pre-Ejaculate Risks
Understanding STD Transmission and Prevention for Safe Intimacy
Routes of Transmission and Prevention Methods for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Hello, doctor. I have no sexual experience, and in case I have intimate contact with others in the future, I would like to understand the main transmission routes of sexually transmitted infe...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You may refer to the following categories of sexual behavior based on risk levels: - **Low-risk sexual behaviors** include: masturbation, hugging, and touching areas other than the genitals. - **Moderate-risk sexual behaviors** include: mutual masturbation, mutual rub...[Read More] Understanding STD Transmission and Prevention for Safe Intimacy
Assessing STD Risks After Protected Sex and Post-Intercourse Hygiene
Engaging in sexual intercourse with a condom significantly reduces the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, while using a condom provides a high level of protection, it is not 100% effective. Washing up after intercourse does not eliminate the risk of STIs if ...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
There is still a risk of infections such as genital warts and molluscum contagiosum.[Read More] Assessing STD Risks After Protected Sex and Post-Intercourse Hygiene
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Prevention, and Testing
Molluscum contagiosum Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the following situation: during my first sexual encounter with my partner (without a condom), I noticed the presence of warts and immediately stopped to wash up. My partner has been diagnosed with molluscum contagiosu...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Does using vaginal cleansing tablets afterwards effectively kill bacteria? --> It should not be related. 2. If there was only that one sexual encounter lasting less than 5 minutes, is the risk of infection still high? --> Any sexual activity carries a risk. 3....[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Prevention, and Testing
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
Preventing HPV: Should You Use Topical Treatments After Unprotected Sex?
Contact with cauliflower (condyloma acuminatum) Hello doctor, I seriously suspect that the woman I had a one-night stand with has genital warts. Would you recommend purchasing Aldara (imiquimod) to apply to the areas that did not have contact with a condom, in order to boost the ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Applying medication can also affect the skin, and it is not recommended to use it before a diagnosis is made. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Preventing HPV: Should You Use Topical Treatments After Unprotected Sex?
Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission During Protected Sex
Confirm the presence of genital warts in the female partner? Hello doctor, the female partner has cauliflower-like growths on her labia. We had intercourse with a condom the entire time, and after finishing, I rinsed off. Assuming that the cauliflower-like growths are indeed wart...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If it is indeed cauliflower (likely referring to genital warts), the chances of transmission are significantly reduced due to the use of condoms, but it is not impossible to get infected. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission During Protected Sex
Understanding HPV Risks After Casual Encounters: What You Need to Know
During a casual encounter, I discovered that the other person had genital warts? Hello, doctor. Last week, I had a sexual encounter with a woman. Throughout the process, we used a condom, there was no oral sex, and we had vaginal intercourse. Afterward, I noticed two raised lesio...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: May I ask what the likelihood is of developing warts on the finger and the base of the penis after receiving the full course of the 9-valent HPV vaccine for 5 years? --> It's hard to say; there are hundreds of HPV types, and the vaccine targets only 9 of them, maki...[Read More] Understanding HPV Risks After Casual Encounters: What You Need to Know
Understanding STD Risks After Contact with Sex Workers: Key Insights
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) issues? Hello, Dr. Du. I would like to ask about an incident that occurred on November 29th. I had sexual intercourse with a sex worker. Prior to that, I took a shower, and the female partner cleaned her genital area and then used body wash ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, is it true that there is a risk of contracting genital warts through low-risk physical contact? If the other person has genital warts, there is a small chance of transmission depending on the level of sexual activity. No-risk activities include m...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks After Contact with Sex Workers: Key Insights
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
HIV infection issues Doctor, I apologize for bothering you. I am the one who previously asked about the DIY condom from a motel and whether I could contract HIV if it had a puncture. I checked the condom, and its appearance seems normal, and the packaging has not been opened. Doc...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If the packaging is intact, there is no risk of transmission. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks and Condom Safety in Urology
HIV transmission issues Using a motel condom for DIY purposes does carry a risk of HIV transmission if the condom is not used correctly or if it has been compromised in any way. Even if the condom appears intact and the packaging is undamaged, there is still a possibility of micr...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: There should be no possibility of infection. As for testing, if it is reliable, the chance of a false positive result should be very low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks and Condom Safety in Urology