Understanding Abnormal Urinalysis Results: What Elevated WBC Means
Health Check Report Hello, doctor. During my company's annual health check-up, the results showed abnormalities in the urine section. It indicated that the white blood cell count (WBC) was 6-8 and leukocytes were 1+. Could you please tell me what this might indicate?
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: The urine test results show white blood cells (WBC) 6-8, with leukocytes at 1(+), which generally indicates a urinary tract infection. The specific site of infection should be determined based on clinical symptoms. Please visit the urology outpatient clinic for further eva...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Urinalysis Results: What Elevated WBC Means
Understanding High Uric Acid Levels: Concerns and Dietary Impact
Uric acid issues! I would like to ask the doctor about my health check-up last year. They told me that my uric acid level was high at 7.9, and that the normal range should be between 2.6 and 7.8, correct? Do I need to undergo dialysis? I'm very worried, and every time I urin...
Dr. Yang Zhangzhi Reply:
Elevated uric acid levels can impact the body primarily due to the deposition of uric acid crystals. If this occurs in the joints, it can lead to gouty arthritis; if it happens in the kidneys or urinary system, it may cause urinary stones and kidney disease. High levels of uric a...[Read More] Understanding High Uric Acid Levels: Concerns and Dietary Impact
Understanding Urine Issues: Protein and pH Levels Explained
Urinary issues Hello Doctor: I recently had a health check-up, and after the report came out, I found that my urine protein was positive and the pH level was strongly alkaline. What issues could this indicate? What should I pay attention to? Also, I drink very little water; could...
Dr. Zhang Chengye Reply:
Hello: Please proceed to the nephrology department for further examination. This is a response from Dr. Chang Cheng-yeh, attending physician of the urology department at Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan.[Read More] Understanding Urine Issues: Protein and pH Levels Explained
Understanding Varicocele Pain: When to Consider Surgery and Risks Involved
Mild pain Hello, doctor. I have another question. Thank you for your help. I'm still troubled by the mild pain from my varicocele, which seems to come and go. The doctor said that if it hurts, I should consider surgery and that it's up to me to decide. Could this be rel...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Health is the most important: You have varicocele, which is quite common, and it may take about 3-6 months after surgery to gradually improve. For general treatment, you can take some pain relievers when experiencing pain, or reduce abdominal pressure (such as lying down to rest)...[Read More] Understanding Varicocele Pain: When to Consider Surgery and Risks Involved
Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide for Couples Seeking Help
Sexual dysfunction Hello Doctor: My husband has been experiencing erectile dysfunction for the past year, with a very short duration of erection that returns to its flaccid state before sexual intercourse, making it difficult for us to engage in sexual activity. He is 33 years ol...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I initially suspect that your husband may be experiencing erectile issues due to psychological stress. In daily life, the need to work late and overtime, along with a weight gain of 15 kilograms, could indicate that he is under significant pressu...[Read More] Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Guide for Couples Seeking Help
Understanding and Managing Frequent Urination: Expert Insights
Frequent urination Hello Dr. Yang: I have been troubled by frequent urination for several years. I have visited two hospitals for this issue and there was a suspicion of overactive bladder. However, after taking medication for six months, there was no improvement. I have also und...
Dr. Yang Zhangzhi Reply:
Hello: There are many reasons for frequent urination. Please bring your urodynamic study report and record your urination frequency and total urine volume for a detailed evaluation at the nephrology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding and Managing Frequent Urination: Expert Insights
Understanding Elevated PSA Levels: Causes, Concerns, and Next Steps
Is the PSA level too high? Hello, I had a health check-up last October and unexpectedly found that my PSA level was as high as 12. Over the next four months, I had four more blood tests, with values ranging between 9 and 13. However, a digital rectal exam showed no symptoms of ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello JAMES: Your blood test results should be harmless, but massaging the area around the anus with your fingers may potentially increase your PSA levels. However, if your PSA is elevated but you have undergone a biopsy, you can be reassured, although regular follow-up appointme...[Read More] Understanding Elevated PSA Levels: Causes, Concerns, and Next Steps
Understanding Proteinuria: Causes, Management, and Dietary Tips
What is urinary protein? High levels of urinary protein can be caused by various factors, including kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes, and infections. Proteinuria, or the loss of protein in the urine, can indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly. In daily life...
Dr. Chen Junji Reply:
Nini: Patients often come to the clinic for consultation with their health check-up reports, worried about their kidney function after being diagnosed with "positive urine protein." A normal healthy individual excretes about 100-150 mg of protein in urine daily; levels ...[Read More] Understanding Proteinuria: Causes, Management, and Dietary Tips
Frequent Yawning and Rapid Breathing: What Could Be Wrong?
Frequent yawning and shortness of breath? Dear Doctor: My father is fifty-six years old, but in recent months, he has been yawning frequently, even during the day when he is not trying to sleep. Additionally, he has noticeable sounds while breathing, and his breathing rate seems ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Please first check with the pulmonology department for any asthma issues or with the cardiology department for routine examinations, as this may be helpful.[Read More] Frequent Yawning and Rapid Breathing: What Could Be Wrong?
Understanding Kidney Nodules: What to Do About a 2.4 cm Finding
Kidney Hello Dr. Yang: I recently had a health check-up, and the report indicated that I have a 2.4 cm left renal nodule. How should I manage this? What is a renal nodule? Thank you!
Dr. Yang Zhangzhi Reply:
Hello: A nodule can also be referred to as a tumor, which can be benign or malignant. Please visit a nephrology or urology clinic for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Kidney Nodules: What to Do About a 2.4 cm Finding
Understanding Cloudy and Reddish Urine: Possible Causes and Concerns
Cloudy urine with a slight red tint? Hello doctor, yesterday morning my first urine was very yellow, almost reddish... Could this be related to the excessive muscle activity in my hands the night before? Then in the afternoon, my urine started to become cloudy, still yellow but w...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
It might be a urinary tract infection! However, it's best to see a urologist for an examination as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Cloudy and Reddish Urine: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Kidney Donation and Dialysis: Key Questions Answered
There is a kidney transplant..? Hello, Doctor. I have a friend who was diagnosed with chronic kidney failure during a health check-up and is currently undergoing peritoneal dialysis, doing it four times a day. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. What are the requirements if I wa...
Dr. Qiu Jianxun Reply:
1. Donors and transplant recipients must have compatible blood types and tissue matching, and health insurance covers these medical expenses. 2. The likelihood of successful pregnancy for all dialysis patients is very low, with only a few cases reported worldwide. 3. Currently, t...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Donation and Dialysis: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Bacteria, Mucus, Bilirubin, and Ketones in Urine Tests
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? During my health check-up, the urine test showed the presence of bacteria, mucus, bilirubin, and ketone bodies. What do these mean, and what diseases could they indicate?
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: A urinalysis generally includes a routine urine examination and a microscopic examination of the urine sediment. If bacteria and mucus are found in the test results, and there are no symptoms such as frequent urination or dysuria, it is usually due to a poor urine sample c...[Read More] Understanding Bacteria, Mucus, Bilirubin, and Ketones in Urine Tests
Understanding Urology Concerns: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment
Please consult the physician? Dear Doctor, I would like to ask you a few questions. I have noticed some yellowish small bumps on my foreskin. What could these be? Additionally, my foreskin feels moist and slippery. Does this indicate a sexually transmitted infection? I also some...
Dr. Weng Wenzhen Reply:
Typically, male patients with a foreskin often have a cluster of small bumps beneath the glans. These are papules caused by chronic irritation from the foreskin and are not sexually transmitted infections, so they do not require treatment. The area between the scrotum and the anu...[Read More] Understanding Urology Concerns: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment
Managing a 3cm Kidney Stone: Treatment Options and Considerations
Management of a 3 cm kidney stone? Hello Dr. Lin! My father recently underwent a health check-up and was found to have a nearly 3 cm stone in his right kidney, along with inflammation in the ureter. I would like to ask Dr. Lin: 1. What impact can a 3 cm stone have on the kidney...
Dr. Lin Hexing Reply:
Hello, Xiaoye: Kidney stones larger than 2 centimeters should not be treated with extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy directly. Instead, based on detailed imaging studies, options such as percutaneous nephrolithotomy, ureteroscopy, or open surgical intervention should be consid...[Read More] Managing a 3cm Kidney Stone: Treatment Options and Considerations
Understanding Epithelial Cells in Urine Tests: What Do High Levels Mean?
Epithelial cells Hello Doctor: I recently underwent an adult health check-up, and in the urine test results, the epithelial cells per high power field (HPF) were reported as 4-6, highlighted in red. I am concerned about what health warnings this might indicate. Could you please t...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Epithelial cells in urine represent the shedding of epithelial tissue from the urinary tract, primarily from the urethra or bladder, following metabolic processes. This is most commonly seen in urinary tract inflammation. Additionally, an increase may occur in cases of tumor prol...[Read More] Understanding Epithelial Cells in Urine Tests: What Do High Levels Mean?
Understanding Hematuria: What Does Blood in Urine Indicate?
Urinary issues Hello Dr. Lai, I would like to ask what issues in the body are indicated by the presence of hematuria? I have been undergoing annual health check-ups and have had hematuria for several years. I have seen doctors and taken medication, but there hasn't been mu...
Dr. Lai Ronghao Reply:
Hello Pan: The presence of hematuria is a warning sign, and there are hundreds of possible causes. It is recommended that you undergo a urinary tract imaging study or renal ultrasound, and have regular follow-ups. Don't worry, just leave the problem to your physician. Sincer...[Read More] Understanding Hematuria: What Does Blood in Urine Indicate?
Understanding Kidney Enlargement: Risks and Health Implications
Renal enlargement Hello Doctor: A year ago during my health check-up, the doctor informed me that one of my kidneys was enlarged, but did not explain the reason. I would like to ask if this could pose any harm to my body? Thank you!
Dr. Qiu Jianxun Reply:
Hello Jingjing: If you were informed a year ago about unilateral kidney enlargement and the issue has not been clarified or followed up with further examinations, or regarding the size of the kidney, I recommend that you seek an appointment with a nephrologist as soon as possible...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Enlargement: Risks and Health Implications
Understanding the Connection Between High Blood Sugar and Urinary Issues
Hyperglycemia My mother is 64 years old and has high blood sugar. I don't understand why a cold would affect her urinary tract. She feels discomfort when using the restroom, and sometimes she experiences pain before urination, but the amount is small. During wiping, she noti...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
Hello: The female patient is experiencing painful urination and has blood upon wiping. The most likely cause is acute cystitis, especially in patients with diabetes, who have a compromised immune system and are more prone to urinary tract infections. Acute cystitis often presents...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between High Blood Sugar and Urinary Issues
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Dizziness issues? Doctor, I often experience dizziness. Sometimes it happens suddenly when I’m walking, or when I move from a bright area to a dark room or vice versa. However, I don’t feel dizzy when I squat down and stand up. When I do feel dizzy, I can’t see anything for a few...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Please measure your blood pressure regularly, especially when you feel faint. Additionally, an electroencephalogram (EEG) should be performed.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology