Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Treatment and Recovery Insights
When will molluscum contagiosum resolve? I was recently diagnosed with molluscum contagiosum. The doctor mentioned that I need to undergo a self-paid procedure, either laser treatment for 3000 or electrosurgery for 300. I chose the laser because it has a smaller wound. After the ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: According to the physician's assessment, there is a possibility that it may grow back after treatment, so monitoring is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Understanding Genital Warts: Concerns and Treatment Options
Cauliflower has some issues? Hello, Doctor. I discovered a sore on my glans in mid-May that hasn't healed. I haven't had sexual intercourse for five to six years, and since I completed the nine-valent vaccine last year or the year before, I never thought I could have co...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. I have already changed my bath towel and underwear to new ones. What else can I do? --> Please avoid using towels provided from outside. 2. Today it seems like there are red spots appearing again, but they haven't surfaced yet. I went to see a urologist who told...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Concerns and Treatment Options
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment: Electrocautery and Fenretinide
Electrosurgery for Molluscum Contagiosum and Podophyllotoxin The partner has developed a rash in the pubic hair area, and the doctor diagnosed it as molluscum contagiosum. After electrosurgery treatment, the doctor prescribed phenol for backup, stating that it can be applied if a...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment: Electrocautery and Fenretinide
Assessing STD Risks After Protected Sex and Post-Intercourse Hygiene
Engaging in sexual intercourse with a condom significantly reduces the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, while using a condom provides a high level of protection, it is not 100% effective. Washing up after intercourse does not eliminate the risk of STIs if ...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
There is still a risk of infections such as genital warts and molluscum contagiosum.[Read More] Assessing STD Risks After Protected Sex and Post-Intercourse Hygiene
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Prevention, and Testing
Molluscum contagiosum Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the following situation: during my first sexual encounter with my partner (without a condom), I noticed the presence of warts and immediately stopped to wash up. My partner has been diagnosed with molluscum contagiosu...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Does using vaginal cleansing tablets afterwards effectively kill bacteria? --> It should not be related. 2. If there was only that one sexual encounter lasting less than 5 minutes, is the risk of infection still high? --> Any sexual activity carries a risk. 3....[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Prevention, and Testing
How to Confirm Recovery from Molluscum Contagiosum: A Guide
How is the resolution of molluscum contagiosum determined? I would like to ask the doctor, around June, my ex-girlfriend who cheated on me got me infected, and I have been frozen since then. Recently, I haven't seen any symptoms. Is there a blood test that can check if I am ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It cannot be determined, but boosting the immune system can help eliminate viruses. Wishing you good health.[Read More] How to Confirm Recovery from Molluscum Contagiosum: A Guide
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Treatment Options and Care Tips
Genital molluscum contagiosum Hello, doctor: Recently, I developed a rash around the hair in my private area and went to a urology clinic where I was diagnosed with molluscum contagiosum. The doctor informed me that I would need to undergo electrosurgery or laser treatment for pa...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is it true, as stated online, that one can wait for the condition to resolve naturally or treat it with topical ointments? — Based on personal experience, not everyone will experience natural resolution, and topical treatment can take a long time. 2. If I want to se...[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Treatment Options and Care Tips
Understanding Scrotal Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
There is a lump at the bottom of the scrotum? Hello, doctor. I apologize for coming to you with a question. I would like to ask you about a small bump I found on my scrotum near the base. It feels slightly itchy occasionally but is not painful, and I usually don’t feel it at all....
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Besides warts or molluscum contagiosum, are there other possible growths on the scrotum that can persist for a long time? --- Yes, it is possible. 2. Since the area is very private and I can't point it out easily, plus I can only feel it when I pull the skin tight,...[Read More] Understanding Scrotal Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Unusual Sensation Around the Urethral Opening: What You Should Know
There is an unusual sensation near the urethral opening of the glans penis? Hello, doctor. At the end of last year and the beginning of this year, I was diagnosed with genital warts and molluscum contagiosum in the pubic area. After undergoing electrosurgery, I am currently in go...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Do the initial symptoms of molluscum contagiosum or genital warts present as similar red macules or papules before the appearance of warts? I have had these symptoms for almost a month, and I thought that if it were to develop, it should be more evident during this pe...[Read More] Unusual Sensation Around the Urethral Opening: What You Should Know
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment Options in Urology
Treatment for molluscum contagiosum? Hello Dr. Du, I visited the urology clinic today and was diagnosed with a soft wart approximately 0.5mm in size. I had previously removed it with my fingers. The doctor only prescribed me one tube of Kamed ointment. Should I not undergo cryoth...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there are no abnormal protrusions, and the physician determines it is a wart, there is no need to prescribe wart treatment ointment, as the ointment is destructive and can have some impact on the skin. Observation is the priority. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment Options in Urology
Understanding Post-Intimacy Rash: Causes and Solutions for Men
After having unprotected intercourse with my wife, I developed a rash on my penis, and it appears to be a candidal infection of the glans and foreskin? Hello Dr. Tsai! I once contracted molluscum contagiosum while playing around and transmitted it to my wife. We both received tre...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
It is common for women to be asymptomatic or to have mild symptoms. If there are any concerns, it is advisable to visit a gynecologist together with your wife.[Read More] Understanding Post-Intimacy Rash: Causes and Solutions for Men
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum and HPV: Recurrence and Treatment Insights
Phenobarbital recurrence Hello Doctor, at the beginning of this year, I developed several white blisters on my foreskin. I initially thought they were just simple pimples and didn't pay much attention. However, in May, during a check-up, I noticed that they had neither disap...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Unable to determine.[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum and HPV: Recurrence and Treatment Insights
Understanding Recurrence of Genital Warts and Treatment Options
Phenylephrine recurrence Hello Doctor, I developed several white bumps on my foreskin at the beginning of this year. I initially thought they were just pimples and didn't pay much attention to them. By May, these bumps had neither disappeared nor grown larger; they were also...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
The doctor who examined you has indicated that it does not appear to be a recurrence of warts, and we should prioritize their assessment. If it is not warts and you have used phenol, that would not be appropriate, and side effects could potentially occur. It is essential to retur...[Read More] Understanding Recurrence of Genital Warts and Treatment Options
Understanding Urological Concerns: What to Do About Unusual Growths
Cauliflower issue Doctor, I had a sexual encounter on June 19th. Prior to that, I had never engaged in such activities. I had unprotected oral sex and protected vaginal intercourse. Less than an hour after finishing, I took a shower. A few days later, I noticed a small, slightly ...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Seeking additional medical care.[Read More] Understanding Urological Concerns: What to Do About Unusual Growths
Understanding Treatment Options for Urethral Warts: What to Expect
Cauliflower treatment issues? Hello Dr. Du, I am the person who asked you about gonorrhea a few days ago. Today, I went to the hospital for a consultation. Initially, I thought the redness and swelling at the urethral opening was a concern, but the doctor mentioned it could possi...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It may be more painful if it's in the mucosal area. Hospital examinations are only for reference and cannot provide confirmation; it's best to discuss with a physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Treatment Options for Urethral Warts: What to Expect
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Transmission, and Treatment Options
Regarding molluscum contagiosum or genital warts? Around February 14, I discovered three small bumps at the base of my penis, resembling grains of rice. As of March 30, they have not changed in size or number, but I still went to see a doctor. However, the doctor was quite busy a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: There are hundreds of types of warts, with at least several dozen that can appear on the human body. 1. Besides sexual contact, are there other ways to contract molluscum contagiosum? I'm worried about transmitting it to my family. For example, if I touch a wart and...[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Risks, Transmission, and Treatment Options
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Transmission and Prevention Tips
Molluscum contagiosum Is molluscum contagiosum contagious only when lesions are present? If a person touches a lesion but does not show symptoms for a period of time, can that area still be contagious? How long after touching a lesion can cleaning reduce the risk of infection? If...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello, Doctor. Is molluscum contagiosum contagious only when lesions are present? -- No, but the presence of lesions increases the chance of contact. If a lesion has not yet developed, can that area still be contagious after some time? -- It is safer to monitor for six months bef...[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Transmission and Prevention Tips
Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Questions and Answers for Patients
I would like to ask the doctor a few questions? Hello, doctor. I previously discovered a few pimple-like bumps on my penis and later visited a urologist who diagnosed them as molluscum contagiosum. He prescribed a self-paid medication called Condylox and suggested that I also und...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is molluscum contagiosum the same as genital warts? --> They are caused by different viruses, but both are types of warts. 2. Is there a possibility of recurrence, and will it heal? --> There is a possibility of recurrence. 3. Why is the treatment for molluscum...[Read More] Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum: Questions and Answers for Patients
Understanding Erectile Issues in Young Men: Causes and Solutions
Erectile dysfunction Hello doctor, I am currently 17 years old. Recently, I contracted molluscum contagiosum for some unknown reason. I visited a urologist who prescribed me a topical ointment, and I am currently improving. However, during the treatment period, I was worried abou...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello Yan! Please don't be overly anxious! When it comes to "sexual performance," the more you try to perform well, the more likely you are to experience the opposite effect! Anxiety can prevent you from functioning at your normal level. Try to relax, and I believe...[Read More] Understanding Erectile Issues in Young Men: Causes and Solutions
Can My Partner Get Infected with Molluscum from Broken Condom?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) If I have molluscum contagiosum (currently being treated) and during intercourse with my partner the condom broke, but we did not come into contact with the infected areas, is there a risk of transmission to my partner? Thank you.
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
The risk is lower but still present. It is recommended to continue monitoring and observation.[Read More] Can My Partner Get Infected with Molluscum from Broken Condom?