Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Causes and Concerns
Small flesh-colored bumps on the corona? Hello! I have small growths on the coronal sulcus of my glans that resemble warts... they are very orderly... arranged in two rows... they are not painful or itchy, and they should be what is commonly referred to as papules... A year ago, ...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
No problem, don't worry! If needed, consult a urologist![Read More] Understanding Pearly Penile Papules: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Your Symptoms: When to Seek Help for Neurological Issues
Dizziness, tightness in the chest, and soreness in the neck, shoulders, and back. It's really frustrating? Due to previously having an irregular day-night cycle, I have been experiencing discomfort in my body. Sometimes I feel dizzy, and my head hurts slightly. I almost fain...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
I strongly suspect autonomic nervous system dysfunction, so please consult a psychiatrist. Additionally, the issue of reversed day and night should be addressed.[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: When to Seek Help for Neurological Issues
Seeking Guidance on Neurological Symptoms: Which Specialist to Consult?
Could you please help me with a preliminary assessment of the necessary outpatient services and specialties I might need? Thank you so much! Dear: Hello! I have been troubled by several ailments for a long time. I would appreciate it if you could help me with a preliminary assess...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
1. Based on your description, your condition may be "orthostatic hypotension." Please drink plenty of water and do not restrict salt intake excessively; a normal amount is sufficient. There are many causes of orthostatic hypotension, and if it cannot be managed, you sho...[Read More] Seeking Guidance on Neurological Symptoms: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding PSA Levels: What a 5.1 Result Means for Men's Health
A PSA test result of 5.1 raises several medical concerns. Elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels can indicate potential issues such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis, or prostate cancer. It is important to consider the patient's age, medical history...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
PSA: 5.1! This is somewhat confusing. The normal value is generally considered to be < 4, but a value > 4 may indicate: 1. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) 2. Prostatitis 3. Prostate Cancer. However, this is just a reference and not absolute. Further tests should be condu...[Read More] Understanding PSA Levels: What a 5.1 Result Means for Men's Health
Understanding Positive Urine Protein: What You Need to Know
If you have a urine protein level of +++, it is important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation. They may recommend additional tests to determine the underlying cause of the protein During my first year of high school, I had a health check-up and, not ...
Dr. Zhang Jianghu Reply:
The presence of protein in the urine is not necessarily related to "hard squeezing" and is not always pathological. There are many possible causes. A definitive diagnosis requires a 24-hour urine protein test, along with a thorough inquiry into family history, medicatio...[Read More] Understanding Positive Urine Protein: What You Need to Know
Can Health Checkups Detect STDs After Recent Unprotected Sex?
I'm sorry, but I need the content you would like me Doctor, may I ask... if I go for a health check-up, can I find out if I had a sexual encounter two and a half months ago and whether I contracted a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or HIV? ... Isn't there a syphili...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Blood tests can generally determine the presence of syphilis and Chlamydia infections, but due to the approximately six-month window period for HIV, even if the current test result is negative, follow-up testing is still necessary. Urine tests can detect the presence of gonorrhea...[Read More] Can Health Checkups Detect STDs After Recent Unprotected Sex?
Understanding Neurological Health: Services for Brain Function Assessment
Is there a service available for neurological function assessment? Symptoms include: headache, dizziness, tinnitus, blurred and decreased vision, and unsteady gait. 1. Which department should I visit for consultation? 2. Does your hospital provide neurological function assessment...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Our hospital's existing advanced health check-up includes examinations related to the nervous system, which consist of: 1. Electroencephalogram (EEG), cerebrovascular ultrasound, and 2. Brain imaging studies, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Health: Services for Brain Function Assessment
Understanding Calcifications in the Prostate: Causes and Concerns
Calcifications in the prostate? Hello Dr. Lin: I recently had a health check-up, and the ultrasound scan revealed a calcification in my prostate. Could you please explain why this might occur? Could it be a tumor? My urination is normal, but I occasionally experience soreness on ...
Dr. Lin Hexing Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Zhi, regarding your question about the calcifications in the prostate, these are deposits of amyloid within the prostate tissue. As age increases, the likelihood of calcification also increases. When the amount of calcification increases, it can form small stones with...[Read More] Understanding Calcifications in the Prostate: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Left Lower Abdomen Pain: Is It Bladder Infection or Kidney Stones?
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? I have recently been experiencing mild pain in the lower left abdomen near the groin, which sometimes radiates to the left testicle. I'm unsure if this could be due to a bladder infection or kidney stones. Should I consider gett...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
It seems that there could be various possibilities. I recommend that you visit a hospital and consult a urologist for a thorough examination.[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdomen Pain: Is It Bladder Infection or Kidney Stones?
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Bladder Infection or Kidney Stones?
I've been feeling quite stressed lately, very stressed, very stressed..? Hello, I would like to ask about a recent mild pain I have been experiencing in the lower left abdomen near the groin area. Sometimes, the pain shifts to the left testicle. I'm wondering if this co...
Dr. Huang Chikai Reply:
Hello, Xiao Wei: Your symptoms resemble a varicocele. If it is mild, there is no need for concern. Therefore, you do not need to undergo a full health check-up. Please visit the urology outpatient clinic for an examination by a urology specialist to confirm the diagnosis. Wishing...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Bladder Infection or Kidney Stones?
Understanding Cold-Induced Headaches and Joint Pain: Seeking Answers
Headaches from wind exposure and discomfort in cold weather..? During the winter, it gets very cold, and whether I am outdoors exposed to the cold wind or indoors with air conditioning, whenever my forehead or the back of my head is hit by the wind, I soon develop a headache. Alm...
Dr. Du Haojie Reply:
Frequent headaches may be related to vasculitis or migraines, and an electroencephalogram (EEG) can be arranged by a neurologist for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Cold-Induced Headaches and Joint Pain: Seeking Answers
Understanding Hematuria: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Hematuria A few years ago, I had pyelonephritis and experienced a high fever of 39 degrees Celsius. After the fever subsided, I discharged myself from the hospital, but I'm unsure if I fully recovered. In recent years, health check-ups have consistently shown the presence of...
Dr. Song Zhixian Reply:
A detailed examination should be conducted based on the condition, including contrast pyelography, ultrasound, and cystoscopy to rule out any congenital abnormalities, stones, or tumors. If all of the above are normal, regular follow-up is still necessary. If hematuria is present...[Read More] Understanding Hematuria: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches in the Legs: Causes and Connections to Depression
Muscle twitching Involuntary muscle twitching (spasms) in both legs has been occurring for approximately three years since its initial discovery. The episodes happen from a few days to a few months apart, sometimes several times. Additionally, there is a frequent sensation of hea...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
If you have lower back pain accompanied by radiating pain down from the lower back, it may be indicative of lumbar radiculopathy. However, there could also be other reasons that remain undetermined, possibly due to heightened sensitivity. In any case, please visit a neurologist f...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches in the Legs: Causes and Connections to Depression
Understanding Varicocele: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Varicocele: Causes and Treatment Varicocele is the enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, similar to varicose veins that can occur in the legs. Causes: 1. Improper functioning of the valves in the veins, which can lead to blood pooling and vein enlargement. 2. Anatomical...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Hello Mr. YY: In anatomy, the blood return from the testes occurs through the pampiniform plexus, which then drains into 1-2 testicular veins that enter the retroperitoneal space. These veins subsequently drain into the renal vein (on the left side) or the inferior vena cava (on ...[Read More] Understanding Varicocele: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea During Exercise: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness during exercise? Hello Doctor: For the past few days, I have been feeling dizzy and nauseous. Since I am scheduled to enlist in the military on December 27, I have been running every day to train my stamina. However, I start feeling very dizzy and nauseous shortly after...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Experiencing dizziness during exercise, despite having seen a neurologist with no abnormal findings, could potentially be related to anxiety. It is advisable to continue follow-up with the neurology department.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea During Exercise: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Microscopic Hematuria: Causes and Treatment Options
Microscopic hematuria Hello, I would like to ask about a previous health check-up where I found traces of blood in my urine. What could be the causes of hematuria? Additionally, what treatment options are available? Thank you!
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
Indeed, health check-ups can help us understand the condition of our bodies, but the presence of abnormalities in tests does not necessarily indicate that a specific system is dysfunctional. Often, further examinations and evaluations are required to reach a final conclusion. Thi...[Read More] Understanding Microscopic Hematuria: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Hematuria: Causes and Next Steps for Patients
Urinary occult blood Hello Dr. Pan, I am 36 years old and work as a computer engineer. During a health check-up six months ago, I had a positive reaction for occult blood in my urine. I have been monitoring this condition with monthly follow-up tests for the past six months, and...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
The presence of occult blood in urine can be caused by factors such as urethral or bladder inflammation, stones, or tumors. The tests you underwent were primarily aimed at investigating these issues, particularly tumors, which are a significant concern for patients and must be ru...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Hematuria: Causes and Next Steps for Patients
Understanding Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower back and leg pain? Dr. Huang has been experiencing persistent soreness from the left side of the lumbar spine down to the left buttock and along the left calf for the past year, occasionally accompanied by numbness. During this period, he has visited three different traditi...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Your symptoms sound like they could be indicative of sciatic nerve damage, which can have various causes. The most common ones include herniated discs or bone spurs compressing the nerve. Please consult a neurologist to determine the exact cause of your condition.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Lower Back and Leg Pain: Causes and Solutions