Is This Normal? Understanding Urological Concerns and Symptoms
Is this normal? Based on the images, could you please tell me what is located between the urethral opening and the foreskin? Is it swollen or is it a normal structure? The area between the lower end of the urethra and the foreskin appears darker in color, with slight folds and pr...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, I reviewed the attached images but cannot make a definitive judgment. At first glance, I do not see any abnormalities. I am unable to assess the redness and swelling you mentioned. However, some lesions can be very small and require a physical examination for pr...[Read More] Is This Normal? Understanding Urological Concerns and Symptoms
Managing Tears at the Penis and Foreskin Junction: Healing Tips
Tear at the junction of the foreskin and the glans? Hello Doctor: I have phimosis, but I can retract the foreskin. However, I cannot exert pressure on the penis, as it causes pain. Yesterday, during intercourse, I experienced internal ejaculation and a sharp pain, and upon inspec...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
If the area is too tight or frequently experiences bleeding from裂開 wounds, it is advisable to have a physician evaluate the situation for potential circumcision. If there are wounds, applying an ophthalmic antibiotic ointment may be less irritating and help prevent infection.[Read More] Managing Tears at the Penis and Foreskin Junction: Healing Tips
Understanding Potential White Spots on the Glans: Causes and Concerns
It seems to be vitiligo? Hello Doctor, most of my glans penis is a dark pink color, but the areas closer to the sides appear grayish. I have noticed a small area at the junction of the pink and gray skin that seems to be slightly grayish-white. I'm not sure if this could be ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Q: Hello, white spots? It's hard to judge just by looking. A proper diagnosis can only be made through a visit to a healthcare provider. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online should only serve a...[Read More] Understanding Potential White Spots on the Glans: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Phimosis可能。 Hello, Dr. Hsu! My main issue is that the glans cannot be exposed, which prevents me from ejaculating during sexual intercourse. Additionally, I often feel that I cannot fully empty my bladder when urinating. Can I go to the hospital for a consultation, and will the d...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can visit the outpatient clinic for consultation, and you may need a circumcision procedure.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Phimosis and Its Link to Penile Cancer Risks
Phimosis and Penile Cancer Hello Doctor, due to my phimosis, I pull back the foreskin to expose the glans for cleaning every day during my shower. I'm wondering if this cleaning method is sufficient to prevent any penile conditions. I read that phimosis might increase the ri...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, this level of cleanliness is sufficient. As long as you can clean the area properly, circumcision is not necessary. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online should only be used as a reference; if...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis and Its Link to Penile Cancer Risks
Understanding Inflamed Glans: Do Expensive Tests Really Help?
I have inflammation of the glans, but the doctor keeps insisting that I undergo some expensive out-of-pocket tests. I have questions about this? Hello Dr. Hsu, Recently, I have been experiencing inflammation of the glans for about a week, so I went to a clinic for an examination...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Kevin: Hello, sometimes inflammation of the glans needs to be evaluated for the presence of other sexually transmitted infections, especially if it lasts more than 1-2 weeks. Testing is only a reference; whether medication is needed depends on the clinical judgment of the physici...[Read More] Understanding Inflamed Glans: Do Expensive Tests Really Help?
Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Suspected phimosis? I have elevated blood sugar levels, with my HbA1c around 6.3. Aside from occasionally feeling thirsty, I don't have many other symptoms. Previously, my foreskin completely covered the glans, and I could retract it back to the coronal sulcus during an erec...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Recurrent infections may lead to phimosis. It is recommended to visit a urology clinic for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment. If the phimosis is significant, surgical intervention may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
How to Properly Clean and Care for Phimosis and Balanitis
How to clean balanitis? Hello Dr. Hsu, thank you for your response. I would like to ask about the cleaning process. Should the foreskin be retracted to clean the glans and the sulcus? Because if I do not retract the foreskin for cleaning, it becomes very itchy. However, if I retr...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Xiao Zhao: Hello, when there are cracks or injuries, the principle is to avoid causing further damage, which means not to pull too hard. If it hurts a lot, do not force it too much. In other words, retract as much as you can without causing pain. For cleaning the glans, use only ...[Read More] How to Properly Clean and Care for Phimosis and Balanitis
Understanding Angiokeratoma: Symptoms, Treatment, and Concerns
Suspected erythema elevatum diutinum? Hello Doctor, recently while cleaning my glans, I noticed a small red spot (about 1mm in size) on the glans. Since my glans is pink in color, this spot is not very noticeable and can only be seen upon close inspection. I have done some resear...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, regarding glans cleaning, it is not recommended to use any cleaning products; just use cold water. As for the erythema of uncertain significance, I do not have treatment experience in this area. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss an...[Read More] Understanding Angiokeratoma: Symptoms, Treatment, and Concerns
Eczema or Lichen Planus: Understanding Red Spots on the Glans
Eczema or erythema annulare? Hello Doctor, I have noticed a small red spot on the glans (about 0.5mm to 1mm in size), which is slightly raised. It is not painful or itchy. I have a problem with phimosis, but I retract the foreskin daily to clean the glans with body wash, and I tr...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, I am unable to make a judgment. I recommend seeking outpatient follow-up treatment as soon as possible. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Responses on the internet should only be used as a reference...[Read More] Eczema or Lichen Planus: Understanding Red Spots on the Glans
Understanding Normal Variations in Glans Appearance and Texture
Glans surface I would like to ask the doctor about my condition. I have phimosis, but I clean myself daily. I have noticed that the surface of my glans penis has some noticeable wrinkles when not erect. The color of the glans is primarily pink, but there are areas where the pink ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
R: Hello, it is necessary to see you in person to make a definitive assessment. It is best to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online should only be used as ...[Read More] Understanding Normal Variations in Glans Appearance and Texture
Understanding and Managing Glans Pain: Causes and Treatments
Glans pain Hello Doctor, I have had phimosis since high school, which led to balanitis, and I underwent a circumcision. It did improve for about a year, but starting in mid-July this summer, I began experiencing pain in my glans (it feels like being pricked). There are no foreign...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, I cannot make a judgment. Generally, for cleaning the glans, it is not recommended to use hot water or any cleaning products such as soap or body wash. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found online sh...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Glans Pain: Causes and Treatments
Common Urology Questions: Sensitivity, Phimosis, and Masturbation Concerns
Some questions? 1. Whenever I experience any sexual issues, I find myself becoming aroused involuntarily. Is there a way to reduce this sensitivity? 2. If the foreskin opening is too tight, can it cause the penis to curve? Mine is slightly bent to the left, but I'm not sur...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Mr. J: Hello. 1. There's nothing you can do about it. As you get older, you will become less sensitive. 2. A curved penis is something that almost every man experiences. Clinically, it is difficult to find a completely straight penis. As long as it does not affect sexual int...[Read More] Common Urology Questions: Sensitivity, Phimosis, and Masturbation Concerns
Should You Consider Circumcision? Understanding Options and Recovery
Should circumcision be performed? Hello Doctor: Before erection, I can retract the foreskin behind the glans, but I am unable to do so after erection. Do I need a circumcision? I am considering the option of circumcision, so I would like to ask about the differences between elect...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Sam: Hello! 1. Inability to retract the foreskin after an erection indicates a condition known as phimosis. In more severe cases, surgical correction may be necessary. If it's only mild, observation may be sufficient without the need for surgery. 2. Laser circumcision result...[Read More] Should You Consider Circumcision? Understanding Options and Recovery
Understanding Penis Health: Common Issues and Treatment Options
Penis Hello, doctor. I have some issues regarding my penis. There are things that appear similar to herpes (but they don't ooze), and I occasionally get pimples (not very frequently). There are also ring-like white substances on the glans and foreskin. How can I effectively ...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello: 1. Lesions on the foreskin and penis require outpatient evaluation and treatment. 2. If the foreskin cannot be fully retracted during an erection, it may indicate phimosis. In severe cases or if it leads to infection, surgical correction is recommended. If you have any ...[Read More] Understanding Penis Health: Common Issues and Treatment Options
Understanding Redness, Swelling, and Itching of the Foreskin
Redness, swelling, and itching at the tip of the foreskin? Hello: I have a condition of phimosis, where the foreskin covers the penis both when erect and flaccid, and I can retract the foreskin (retracting it during an erection causes a feeling of swelling). However, over the pas...
Dr. Ding Yuantian Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit the Urology outpatient clinic at Changhua Hospital to take care of your health.[Read More] Understanding Redness, Swelling, and Itching of the Foreskin
Understanding and Treating Recurrent Foreskin Cracking Issues
Cracking at the tip of the glans under the foreskin? Hello: I have a condition of phimosis, where my foreskin covers the penis both when erect and flaccid, and I can retract the foreskin. However, when I retract it during an erection, I experience swelling. Over the past year, I ...
Dr. Ding Yuantian Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit the Urology outpatient clinic at Changhua Hospital to take care of your health.[Read More] Understanding and Treating Recurrent Foreskin Cracking Issues
Understanding Phimosis: When the Glans Can't Expose the Coronal Ridge
Erection only allows the glans to emerge without exposing the coronal ridge? Dear Dr. Hsu, I would like to ask about a situation where the glans cannot be exposed during an erection, but it can be pushed to the coronal sulcus with my hand. The foreskin seems to be tight at the co...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, in this situation, it depends on whether the individual feels it affects their daily life. If there is no interference, surgery is generally not necessary. If there are any unclear aspects, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers found onli...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: When the Glans Can't Expose the Coronal Ridge
Understanding and Treating Persistent Redness and Itching of the Penis
Redness, swelling, and itching of the foreskin and glans? Hello: I have a condition of phimosis, where the foreskin covers the penis both when erect and flaccid, and I can retract the foreskin (retracting it during an erection causes a feeling of swelling). However, over the past...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, 1. Recurrent inflammation may necessitate circumcision. 2. Whether health insurance covers the procedure depends on the specific medical condition. Most circumcision surgeries are considered out-of-pocket expenses. However, there are certain special circumstance...[Read More] Understanding and Treating Persistent Redness and Itching of the Penis
Understanding and Treating Recurrent Foreskin Inflammation Issues
Issues related to inflammation and redness of the foreskin? Hello: I have a condition of phimosis, where the foreskin covers the penis both when erect and flaccid, and I can retract the foreskin (retracting it when erect causes a feeling of swelling). However, over the past year,...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
I have already responded. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can further discuss and research together. Online responses should only serve as a reference; if necessary, it is important to seek medical attention at a healthcare facility. This message i...[Read More] Understanding and Treating Recurrent Foreskin Inflammation Issues