Kidneys, Urology FAQ - Page 7

Excessive frequency of masturbation? I used to masturbate 2-4 times a day and was able to achieve an erection before. However, recently I have been experiencing difficulty maintaining an erection, and it feels somewhat soft (I have also been exercising less lately). 1. Could th...

Glans fungal infection Hello Dr. Du, Recently, I suddenly experienced dryness and wrinkling of the glans, with small spots (the color of the spots changes with the skin color). The skin surface appears uneven and not smooth (especially noticeable during erection). I often feel ...

Suspected bladder cancer? Hello Dr. Du: I am 151675, following up on my question regarding "morning hematuria." In mid-December 2019, one morning I woke up with a dull sensation in my lower abdomen. I went out for a brisk walk and slow jog for about 50 minutes. After re...

Increased fluid intake with decreased urination? Hello Doctor, recently I have started to increase my water intake significantly in order to lose fat (previously, I was not drinking enough water, or very little). I am consuming about 2000 cc a day, which is the amount I should be...

Reproductive organs Recently, I bought a lot of height-increasing patches in Japan that are said to contain growth hormones. I have been applying them to acupressure points for nearly a year. During this year, I have been exercising excessively almost every day, and I recently re...

Hematuria Blood in the urine, sometimes appearing as blood streaks, without accompanying lower back pain or a burning sensation during urination, can have several potential causes. Since the urine test showed traces of blood but no bacteria, it may suggest a few possibilities suc...

Epididymal cysts and varicocele issues? I have felt a hard, round lump about 0.3 cm in size around my left epididymis. It feels smooth and moves when touched. I previously went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor said it was an epididymal cyst and that it wouldn&#x...

Daily Intake of Niacin and Uric Acid Hello doctor, my uric acid level is 7.0. I have recently purchased a lutein supplement and found that this brand contains 10 mg of niacin (B3) per capsule. I researched online and found that niacin can stimulate uric acid production and inhibi...

Pain during urination near the glans of the penis? Dr. Du: I would like to ask about a previous encounter where I engaged in safe sexual practices, including oral and vaginal intercourse, using condoms throughout. For about three weeks, I experienced no physical issues (though du...

I feel a tightness in my lower right abdomen? Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I started feeling a tightness in my lower right abdomen. There is no pain, just a sensation of tension. When lying flat, there is no noticeable swelling, and the condition fluctuates; it worsens to the...

Bladder, kidney stones? Hello doctor, about three weeks ago I experienced hematuria and pain in my left lower back. The doctor diagnosed me with kidney stones. After that, I took antibiotics and relaxants, which made me feel less uncomfortable. However, after stopping the medicat...

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Several weeks ago, I suspected there was an issue with my kidneys, so I had a urinalysis and ESR tests done, which showed no problems. Additionally, my nocturia has been inconsistent; sometimes I have no issues, and other times I exp...

Nocturia A few weeks ago, I suspected there was an issue with my kidneys, so I had my urine tested and my ESR and other indicators were normal. Additionally, I usually do not drink water after 7 PM, but I experience intermittent nocturia; sometimes I have no issues, and other tim...

Polyuria problem Recently, I have been waking up occasionally due to a sense of urgency to urinate. When I lie flat, I feel a distended pain in my bladder, but this sensation alleviates when I curl up on my side. Additionally, sometimes the urine output is not much (I typically d...

Urinary tract stones Hello, doctor. I was recently diagnosed with kidney stones, and the doctor recommended extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). However, the doctor mentioned that multiple treatments may be necessary. Is there a definitive treatment option that can provi...

Continuation 148272: Urinary issues (the symptoms from the last inquiry are no longer present)? Hello Doctor, following my previous inquiry, I visited a large hospital for a consultation and underwent an ultrasound examination (prior to this, I had a urinalysis which showed no wh...

Continuation #147180 Hematuria Issues Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing hematuria for two months, which occurs intermittently, about once or twice a week. I have undergone multiple urine tests, which consistently showed red blood cells >100, and once I had a white blood c...

Kidney stone lodged in the ureter? Hello doctor, a month ago I was diagnosed with two kidney stones in my left and right kidneys, approximately 0.3 cm in size. At that time, I also had hematuria. After taking a dilator, I could no longer see blood in my urine. Recently, hematuria...

After undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for kidney stones, it is generally recommended to wait at least a few days to a week before engaging in sexual activities, including masturbation. This allows your body time to heal and reduces the risk of complication...

What are the issues related to catheter removal? Hello, Director. My elderly family member is quite advanced in age and has been managing benign prostatic hyperplasia well with medication for many years. However, recently he suddenly experienced urinary retention and, after multi...