Lymph nodes, Urology FAQ

Genital herpes Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with genital herpes in February of this year. The first diagnosis was very severe, with large ulcerative wounds that kept spreading to more areas, primarily located between the glans and the foreskin of the penis. After taking medica...

Painful urination examination shows no inflammation? Hello Doctor, I would like to provide some recent details to assist you in your assessment. On May 22, I had unprotected oral sex with a partner and protected intercourse. On June 5, I experienced some discomfort in my urethra ...

Scrotal inflammation with a structure resembling a cord beneath the scrotum? My testicles are normal and do not have any lumps, but my scrotum has been scratched and has developed some acne. It appears swollen, with a sudden protrusion on the surface that feels a bit hard. Inside...

Sexually Transmitted Infection Inquiry This month, I had unprotected sexual intercourse with different partners three times (they indicated they have no history of sexually transmitted infections). The dates were 10/5, 10/13, and 10/16. After the first encounter, I experienced a ...

Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe sharp pain in the lower left side of the back of my head (near the neck), which then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I ...

Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down and preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the lower left part of the back of my head (near the neck). The pain then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I...

Urinary occult blood has undergone intravenous pyelogram (IVP) and abdominal computed tomography (CT) scan? Hello, Doctor. Since the end of April, when I first noticed blood in my urine, I went to a general clinic and was diagnosed with right-sided hydronephrosis (ultrasound and ...

Chronic urinary tract infection (UTI) Hello Doctor, since the end of April when I first noticed blood in my urine, I visited a general clinic and was diagnosed with right-sided hydronephrosis (ultrasound and X-ray did not reveal any stones at that time). I was advised to drink mo...

Swelling of the foreskin with pain upon pressure? Hello Doctor, I have a problem with phimosis. I usually clean myself while showering, but since the day before yesterday, I have noticed a small wound on my foreskin. When I retract it, it pulls on the wound and is somewhat painfu...

Phimosis Hello doctor, I have a problem with phimosis. I usually clean myself while showering, but since the day before yesterday, I have noticed a small wound on my foreskin. When I retract it, it pulls on the wound and is somewhat painful, but I didn't pay much attention t...

HIV/AIDS fever Hello Dr. Du, on the evening of January 7th, I had sexual contact with a worker, and we used a condom throughout the entire encounter. Our lips only touched briefly twice, but the next day I developed a fever. I later consulted an ENT specialist, and the fever subs...

Cold Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I had sexual contact with a sex worker, and I used a condom throughout the entire encounter, including oral and vaginal sex. However, the next day I developed a fever and shoulder pain. I...

Is there a problem with the nervous system? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body and sharp pain in my oral and pharyngeal walls, which becomes particularly pronounced when swallowing saliva. There is also sharp pain and a foreign body sensation nea...

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a 7 cm tumor located in the posterior superior region of the prostate. What are the success rates of surgery and the postoperative recovery process? Hello Dr. Hsu, Due to the severe pandemic situation, it is inconvenient for me to retur...

Risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to answer my questions, I appreciate it. My issue is that I have a female fixed partner (I'm not sure if she has other partners), and we have had intercourse using condoms, without kis...

Concern about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) After having sexual intercourse with a non-fixed partner on August 23, I started experiencing a sore throat the next day, occasional itching in my body and glans, and a burning sensation in my urethra, although there is no pain...

Epididymitis is a concerning issue? Since July 30, I have been experiencing a dull pain in my testicles, along with tenderness in my lower abdomen. At first, I thought I was overthinking it, but the pain has become more pronounced. On August 4, I visited the urology department at...

Pain and swelling in the lower back, lower abdomen, bladder, and testicular area? Hello Dr. Du, I had unprotected sexual intercourse with my partner around mid-January this year while she was on her menstrual cycle. Afterward, I did not wash immediately, and it wasn't until ...

Dizziness symptoms Hello, I would like to ask which specialty I should consult regarding the following symptoms. Since March 9th until now, March 25th, every morning when I get up (from lying down to sitting), I experience dizziness in a clockwise direction, accompanied by a feel...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) issues? I have a history of herpes. Last Friday (July 19), I went on vacation to the Philippines with friends and engaged the services of two women. I used condoms throughout (including for oral sex), and both women provided services. The ni...