Understanding Hard Lumps on the Right Testicle: Causes and Concerns
A round lump was felt on the right testicle? Hello, Doctor: Recently, during an examination of my testicles, I noticed a round, hard lump near the upper part of my right testicle (it feels like cartilage). It doesn't hurt when I press on it, but I have a sensation similar to...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like it could be a hydrocele. If you have concerns, it is advisable to see a urologist for a scrotal ultrasound and discuss it with the physician.[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps on the Right Testicle: Causes and Concerns
Could My Symptoms Indicate Gonorrhea or Something Else?
Is it gonorrhea? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing mild lower back pain intermittently over the past couple of days. It's not severe and lasts for a short time, occurring about 2-3 times. Additionally, I sometimes feel a slight burning sensation at the tip of my urethra...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there has been no sexual activity for fifty days, it is unlikely to be gonorrhea. As for any issues, a proper examination is necessary for diagnosis. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could My Symptoms Indicate Gonorrhea or Something Else?
Understanding Urological Issues After Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
Severe urinary tract issues? 1. I would like to first ask if rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids can affect the urethra or penile issues? 2. The problem started in April of this year: Initially, when I discovered I had hemorrhoids, I also noticed that my penis was not...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Hemorrhoids are not related to sexual function. If you have issues with sexual function, please visit a urology clinic.[Read More] Understanding Urological Issues After Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
Understanding Temporary Erectile Dysfunction and Sensation Loss
The penis has a slight loss of sensation? Hello Doctor, on Friday I returned home and lay in bed scrolling through my phone when I came across something exciting that made me want to masturbate. After exercising that day, I felt tired and took a nap. When I woke up and had dinner...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can go to the hospital for follow-up examinations.[Read More] Understanding Temporary Erectile Dysfunction and Sensation Loss
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Frequent urination issues? I would like to ask the doctor about my condition. During the day, I constantly feel the urge to urinate, and at night, I wake up 1 to 2 times to use the bathroom. If I don't go, I experience a dull ache in my lower back or kidneys. Previously, I c...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your issue may be due to an unresolved urinary tract infection. In this case, Kegel exercises may not be very effective. It is recommended that you visit a urologist for a thorough examination to understand the underlying problem. Additionally, if there are any unusual vag...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Chronic Prostatitis: Diagnosis and Treatment Insights
Chronic prostatitis? Hello Doctor, I previously experienced pain in the perineal area and buttocks (when sitting) as well as frequent nighttime urination (averaging 3 times). I sought treatment at a urology clinic, where urine tests showed no abnormalities. The doctor performed a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Chronic prostatitis diagnosed in an outpatient setting is generally difficult to culture (the success rate for cultures is very low). If a culture is eventually obtained, it may take at least a week to determine if bacteria are present. Most of the time, treatment with med...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Prostatitis: Diagnosis and Treatment Insights
Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Is It Musculoskeletal or Kidney-Related?
Lower back pain issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing pain in my right lower back for about a month. The pain is not constant, but I cannot pinpoint the timing or cause (I am unsure if it is related to posture or my kidneys). Since childhood, I have often held ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: "If all tests are normal, there is no need to worry too much. However, it is advised not to hold in urine frequently to avoid affecting bladder function. Wishing you good health."[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Is It Musculoskeletal or Kidney-Related?
Frequent Urination and Lower Back Pain: Which Specialist to Consult?
Frequent urination and lower back pain? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I want to have a blood test to check my kidney function, specifically for creatinine levels, which specialist would be more appropriate: a nephrologist or a urologist? Or can either one do it? I've...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Both departments are fine. Similarly, if contrast dye was used during the CT scan, it should be eliminated from your system within a few hours and should not have any effects. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Frequent Urination and Lower Back Pain: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Right lower back pain? Doctor, I would like to ask about the sharp pain I've been experiencing today in the lower right back, near the buttocks. I'm not sure what could be causing it.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
A physician must not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or provide a diagnosis without a personal examination. Hello: Lower back pain in women may be related to gynecological, urological, internal medicine, or orthopedic issues. If there are no urinary symptoms (such as ...[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Back Pain and Elevated Creatinine Levels: Possible Causes
Lower back pain and creatinine? Hello Doctor: Let me explain my situation. About 10 years ago, my creatinine levels have consistently been elevated: 10 years ago it was 1.54, 5 years ago it was 1.22, 3 years ago it was 1.3, last year it was 1.3, and this year during my health che...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Blood and urine tests are definitely insufficient. If symptoms persist, a more detailed examination by a urologist at the hospital is necessary. Generally, it is advised to drink more water (avoid beverages) and to refrain from holding urine. Urinary reflux and stones can ...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain and Elevated Creatinine Levels: Possible Causes
Understanding Excessive Masturbation: Health Impacts and Recovery Tips
Excessive masturbation Hello Doctor: My name is Ayou. I would like to ask about my situation. Since elementary school until now, I have frequently engaged in masturbation, almost every day. However, this year I have started experiencing lower back pain, and I have also noticed so...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
First, take a rest and observe. If any issues arise, seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Excessive Masturbation: Health Impacts and Recovery Tips
Understanding Nerve Sensations: Tingling in the Left Pinky Toe
Tingling sensation in the left little toe when going down the stairs? Hello doctor, recently I have been experiencing a tingling sensation in my left little toe when going down the stairs. If I jump on my left foot, the little toe also feels tingling. Additionally, after standing...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Numbness in the left little toe may indicate nerve compression, with the first consideration being compression of the lateral plantar nerve, which is often associated with uneven pressure on the foot, such as ill-fitting shoes. Additionally, it may be necessary to consider...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Sensations: Tingling in the Left Pinky Toe
Understanding Lower Back Pain and Urinary Health: Key Insights
Lower back pain (#128855 follow-up) Hello Doctor: Thank you for your response in <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/128855">#128855</a>. I would like to ask you a question because I will be undergoing a comprehensive health check-up in a day or two. Regardi...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The lower back pain after holding urine has only been occurring in the past two to three weeks—> it may be necessary to further check for kidney issues. We should also look for other causes. A general health check-up that only includes routine blood tests and urinalysis...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain and Urinary Health: Key Insights
Understanding Right Lower Back Pain After Urination: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a situation where sometimes after holding my urine and then urinating, I feel a dull pain in my right lower back, which usually subsides after about 10 minutes. What could this issue be? Thank you.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If you experience lower back pain every time you hold your urine, it could be a sign of urinary reflux. If it happens occasionally, it may not necessarily be the case, and further examination may be needed to understand the issue. Please consult a urologist at a hospital. ...[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Back Pain After Urination: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: Causes and Solutions for Young Men
Erectile dysfunction concerns? Hello doctor, I am 24 years old. Before I started dating my current girlfriend, I had issues with insufficient erection hardness during masturbation, which led to quick loss of erection after ejaculation or becoming soft with just a slight distracti...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your condition requires an examination by a specialized urologist. There are many causes of erectile dysfunction, and since general tests have been conducted and returned normal, it is advisable to consult a urologist at a specialized hospital (some have expertise in sexua...[Read More] Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: Causes and Solutions for Young Men
Understanding Unusual Urethral Sensations: Causes and Dietary Considerations
Dysuria Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been feeling a foreign body sensation in my urethra when urinating, but there is no burning or pain, and I do not have any lower back pain. The symptoms have persisted for 2 months. I visited a urologist two weeks ago, and there was no bacte...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Regular check-ups are recommended. 2. It is not advised; plain water is sufficient. 3. Limit tea consumption, as it is related to calcium oxalate. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Unusual Urethral Sensations: Causes and Dietary Considerations
Understanding Lumbar Nerve Root Disorders: Causes and Implications
Lumbar radiculopathy I have "L5 spondylolysis with spondylolisthesis," currently at grade one. The period of significant pain was during my sophomore year in high school, with symptoms localized to the lower right back (not affecting my legs), primarily characterized by...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Spondylolysis is not the only cause of lower back pain. Some instances of lower back pain may only last two to three days, so pre-existing spondylolysis that has been present for years cannot be used to explain the pain. Many cases of lower back pain, particularly in acute...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Nerve Root Disorders: Causes and Implications
Understanding Bladder Pain and Discomfort After Holding Urine
Experiencing soreness in the bladder and lower back after holding in urine? Hello Doctor: I have recently noticed that when I hold my urine for a long time and finally go to urinate, the flow is very slow. After I finish urinating, I feel a dull ache in my bladder and lower back,...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Bladder overdistension can lead to various conditions, and it is not advisable to maintain this state for a long time as it can affect bladder function. Lifestyle changes are recommended. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Pain and Discomfort After Holding Urine
Post-Double J Stent Placement: Managing Pain and Complications
Post-Placement of Double J Stent Procedure Hello, a few days ago I went to the hospital due to lower abdominal pain and was diagnosed with left ureteral obstruction, followed by the discovery of left ureteral stricture. The doctor performed endoscopic surgery and placed a double ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If your body temperature rises, indicating a fever, you should return for a follow-up. If there is no fever, placing a double J stent may lead to various symptoms (you can look it up online, such as hematuria, dysuria, frequent urination, discomfort in the lower back, etc....[Read More] Post-Double J Stent Placement: Managing Pain and Complications
Should You Get Further Tests for Hematuria and WBC in Urine?
If a health check reveals the presence of hematuria (blood in urine) and elevated white blood cells (WBCs) in the urine, further evaluation is typically recommended. This may include additional urine tests, imaging studies, or a referral to a urologist to determine the underlying...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: There may be an issue with the way you are collecting urine. It is recommended that you collect a midstream urine sample, or there may be chronic inflammation. Additionally, you should pay attention to any visible blood in your urine; if the urine appears red, seek medical...[Read More] Should You Get Further Tests for Hematuria and WBC in Urine?