Understanding Bladder Issues: Is It Cystitis or Interstitial Cystitis?
Cystitis? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you these past few days. Recently, I have been experiencing a sensation of bladder fullness about 10 minutes after urination, which makes me feel the urge to go to the bathroom again. During the urination process, I do not experience pa...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It may be necessary to perform a urine test to understand the issue. Please avoid testing during your menstrual period and drink plenty of water; avoid beverages. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Issues: Is It Cystitis or Interstitial Cystitis?
Understanding Interstitial Cystitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Interstitial cystitis Hello: I experience sharp pain in the right lower perineum about 1 to 2 times a day (I'm not sure if it's from the urethra or the vagina; I've seen a gynecologist who said everything is fine, and it might be nerve-related pain). During the pai...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Are you taking any other medications? If not, I recommend that you increase your fluid intake, engage in moderate exercise, temporarily avoid alcoholic and spicy beverages, ensure you get enough sleep, and eat fruits. If there is still no improvement, you can keep a record...[Read More] Understanding Interstitial Cystitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Understanding Chronic Urinary Tract Infections and Kidney Stones
Urinary tract infection (UTI) Hello, doctor. This condition has been bothering me for over a year. The symptoms fluctuate; I often feel a dull pressure in my lower abdomen and experience urgency to urinate. Sometimes, I have difficulty urinating, and the urine output is very low....
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can go to the hospital for a detailed examination and treatment, as it may be related to chronic prostatitis, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, or chronic interstitial cystitis, which will require treatment over a period of time.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Urinary Tract Infections and Kidney Stones
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Frequent Urination Symptoms
Lower abdominal bloating and frequent urination? Hello Dr. Du: About two weeks ago, I started experiencing symptoms of frequent urination, occasional mild pain in my lower abdomen, but there is no burning sensation when I urinate. I have visited two gynecologists within these two...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Some individuals with an infection may not necessarily experience burning during urination, and it may still be necessary to visit a urologist for examination. Interstitial cystitis is unlikely; it could be due to unresolved inflammation or insufficient water intake, leadi...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Frequent Urination Symptoms
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Frequent urination issues? Hello doctor, I have a recurring issue with urinary tract infections about once or twice a year. About two weeks ago, I started experiencing some frequency in urination, so I went to see a urologist. After listening to my symptoms, the urologist suspect...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Many people experience your symptoms, but some are more severe while others are milder. There are various reasons for this. For women, 1) gynecological issues may have an impact. Please also consider if you have ever taken 2) substances like ketamine (which could have effe...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Urological Issues: Kidney Stones and Prostate Enlargement Symptoms
Urological issues Hello Doctor, in February, a kidney stone fell and got stuck at the end of the ureter. An ultrasound showed three stones measuring 0.6 to 1 cm in each kidney. At the one-month follow-up, the stones were no longer visible, and I don't recall feeling any urin...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Further examinations can be conducted to confirm whether there are stones in the distal ureter, which may also cause lower urinary tract symptoms and pain. Next, we should rule out chronic prostatitis and interstitial cystitis, and initiate some pharmacological treatment.[Read More] Understanding Urological Issues: Kidney Stones and Prostate Enlargement Symptoms
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Frequent urination issues? Recently, I've been feeling the urge to urinate every class at school. After class, I'm afraid I'll need to go again during the next session, so I use the restroom, but during class, I find myself needing to go again before it's over...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Hello: Once you feel the urge to urinate, you urgently want to find a restroom; sometimes, you may not make it in time and even end up urinating in your pants. If you urinate more than eight times a day and need to get up at least twice at night to urinate, you may have overactiv...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Understanding Frequent Urination: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Symptoms of frequent urination? Hello, Dr. Lin. I have been experiencing frequent urination lately, and I only pass a small amount each time. Sometimes, I feel pain in my lower abdomen after urinating, and there is a little blood when I wipe with tissue, although the urine color ...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Based on your description, there is a possibility of acute hemorrhagic cystitis. It is recommended to visit the urology outpatient department again for a urine test, and if necessary, further X-ray and ultrasound examinations can be conducted. Please note that there have been ins...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain After Bladder Infection: What to Do?
The bladder infection has improved, but there is still abdominal pain? I had urethritis and delayed seeing a doctor for two weeks. After that, I took medication for a month, and my condition improved (I no longer have frequent urination since the visit). However, I still experien...
Dr. Chen Wenming Reply:
Please remain calm, as this is unrelated to interstitial cystitis.[Read More] Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain After Bladder Infection: What to Do?
Understanding Bladder Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Please ask your questions about cystitis? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I went shopping for about two hours without feeling the need to urinate, and I didn't drink any water during that time. After returning home, I started to feel a bit uncomfortable while urinating (mild ...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Holding in urine can indeed lead to cystitis. Discomfort in the pelvic area should be evaluated by a gynecologist. It is advisable to urinate after sexual intercourse to empty the bladder; if this is not possible, discuss it with your physician. Consider taking prophylactic antib...[Read More] Understanding Bladder Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Understanding Frequent Urination: Is It Prostatitis?
Is this prostatitis? I have been experiencing frequent urination recently, and sometimes I feel pain near the anus (especially after ejaculation). I believe it might be related to the prostate (I have seen diagrams of the anatomy). However, after undergoing several tests at the h...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Your issue in urology falls under the category of challenging cases. Young males may experience pain near the anus, especially after ejaculation; this is possible and does not necessarily indicate a problem. Frequent urination could be due to overactive bladder, interstitial cyst...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Is It Prostatitis?
Understanding Frequent Urination Without Pain: Causes and Solutions
Frequent urination without pain..? I'm sorry to hear that you've been experiencing these symptoms. It sounds like you may be dealing with a condition known as urinary frequency, which can sometimes be associated with a urinary tract infection (UTI) or other issues such ...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
There's nothing to be embarrassed about. It's recommended to see a urologist for an examination to find out more.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination Without Pain: Causes and Solutions
Frequent Urination: Is It Normal and What You Should Know?
Frequent urination? Since I was young, I often have to go to the bathroom after drinking a bottle of beverage or water. It's more manageable in the summer, but in the winter, I find myself going even more frequently. Because of this, I hesitate to drink water while at work. ...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Frequent urination is defined as a woman urinating more than 8 times a day or experiencing nocturia more than once. In young women, common causes include infections and inflammation. If symptoms persist and become chronic, the underlying causes may be more complex, such as overac...[Read More] Frequent Urination: Is It Normal and What You Should Know?
Understanding Frequent Urgency: Why You Feel the Need to Urinate Often
Urinary urgency issues? Hello doctor, I often feel the urge to urinate, but when I actually go to the bathroom, there's only a little bit. Sometimes, even right after I've just used the restroom, I immediately feel the need to go again. It seems like my bladder never fe...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Possible causes for your symptoms include acute or chronic cystitis, interstitial cystitis, a stressful environment, exposure to cold, or an underlying tendency towards a cold constitution. Additionally, inadequate or excessive fluid intake may also be contributing factors. Based...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urgency: Why You Feel the Need to Urinate Often
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Frequent urination issues? I apologize for the inconvenience, but I would like to ask about a condition I experienced a few months ago. I had a urinary tract infection (UTI) and was treated with medication, which helped. However, starting last month, I have been feeling a constan...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Frequent urination in young women is commonly caused by urinary tract infections, which include urethritis, cystitis, or pyelonephritis. Any infection of the urinary system falls under this category and is typically due to bacterial infection. Generally, antibiotic treatment is r...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Understanding Urological Issues: Symptoms and Possible Conditions
Urological issues Symptoms: 1. There is a slight burning sensation in the urethra, feeling as if the bladder is not completely emptied, and a sensation of something flowing in the urethra, but after trying to use tissue, no fluid is observed. 2. Occasional bloating in the lower a...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
E: Hello! 1. Your urine test results are normal, but this does not completely rule out the possibility of an infection. It is recommended to conduct further tests, such as a urine culture. 2. Based on your description, it could also be neuropathic pain caused by autonomic nervous...[Read More] Understanding Urological Issues: Symptoms and Possible Conditions
Understanding Post-Urination Urgency: Causes and Solutions
After urinating, there is a strong urge to urinate again, but there is only 10cc of residual urine in the bladder? After completing the antibiotic treatment for urethritis, I experienced a sudden urge to urinate particularly after finishing urination about two weeks later. Howeve...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It might be a recurrence of urethritis. However, it is necessary to visit a urologist for a urine test to confirm the diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Post-Urination Urgency: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and When to Seek Help
Frequent urination issues? Hi, I would like to ask about a frequent urination issue I've been experiencing for the past two weeks. I feel the urge to urinate approximately every hour, but the amount each time is not much. I went to the hospital for an X-ray, urinalysis, and ...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Frequent urination is generally defined as urinating more than 8 times a day or having nocturia more than once. Common causes include infections and inflammation. If symptoms persist and become chronic, the underlying causes may be more complex. If frequent urination continues ev...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Non-Bacterial Prostatitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
About Non-bacterial Prostatitis Hello, Doctor. For the past two to three months, I have been experiencing intermittent issues with frequent urination and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. I have seen several doctors, and just yesterday, I had a digital rectal exam for pro...
Dr. Fu Shizhang Reply:
For the treatment of non-bacterial prostatitis, a so-called combination therapy may be employed, and it is not necessarily required to use antibiotics. According to the medication list, the treatment should be effective. Additionally, if there is no pain during bladder fullness a...[Read More] Understanding Non-Bacterial Prostatitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Understanding Frequent Urination: When to Seek Medical Attention
It takes a moment to urinate? I have been experiencing frequent urination for about 2 to 3 years, and I feel like my bladder is smaller than others. Before my cystitis on June 9th of this year, I would sometimes drink a sip of water and then have a large amount of urine just 10 m...
Dr. Li Yilun Reply:
Frequent urination is defined as more than 8 times a day for women or more than once at night. In young women, common causes include infections and inflammation. If symptoms persist and become chronic, the underlying causes can be more complex. If the infection is treated but fre...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: When to Seek Medical Attention