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Do Disposable Underwear and Laundry Practices Increase Infection Risks?

Is there a concern for infection? Hello doctor, may I ask if using disposable underwear can cause infections in the intimate area or lead to sexually transmitted diseases? Also, is there a risk of infection if I wash disposable underwear in the washing machine with other clothes?...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Will using disposable underwear cause infections in the intimate area or lead to sexually transmitted diseases? -- No. Is there a risk of infection if disposable underwear is washed in the washing machine with other clothing? -- No. Wishing you good health.

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Concerns About UTI and STIs After Contact with Unknown Substance

Infection issues Hello Doctor: Today, while I was out traveling, I accidentally touched something white on the doorknob of the women's restroom at the station. It didn't smell very good, and I immediately wiped it clean with a wet wipe before continuing to use the restr...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, there should not be any infection issues. Wishing you good health.

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Do HPV Warts Affect Military Service Eligibility?

If you have HPV (human papillomavirus), do you still need to serve in the military? I had genital warts from around February to April last year, and I've been applying medication for treatment every day. In the end, I still need to go to the hospital for removal. There is a ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Sure. Wishing you good health.

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Unexplained Wounds Under the Foreskin: A Urology Concern

Unidentified wound under the prepuce of the glans? The topic: I frequently experience lesions similar to acne, sometimes presenting as round wounds measuring 1-2 mm. This has been ongoing for five years. During the second year of the condition, I went to a major hospital for bloo...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Such situations are not uncommon in clinical practice, but they usually occur a few times a year and resolve with treatment in 2-3 weeks. Therefore, it is generally advised to pay close attention to wound care when there is an injury, keep the area dry, ensure adequate res...

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Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain Near the Penis: Causes and Concerns

Mild cramping pain on both sides of the lower abdomen near the penis? Hello doctor, I have searched through all the articles and haven't found anything similar, so I would like to ask you about something. For the past four days, I've been experiencing intermittent sharp...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Regarding the issues you mentioned, it's difficult to determine if there is a condition related to sexually transmitted diseases. Both syphilis and HIV require blood tests for diagnosis, and it's not guaranteed that there will be obvious symptoms. If you experien...

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Understanding Pediatric Urinary Infections: Common Concerns and Prevention

Pediatric Infection Issues Hello, Doctor. As a mother who tends to be anxious and worried, I have a few questions: 1. If my child accidentally touches the toilet while using a squat toilet in a public restroom and their pants come into contact with urine from the toilet, could ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If a child accidentally touches the toilet with their pants while using a squat toilet in a public restroom and gets urine on them, considering that the toilet may have urine from others, but they cannot change into clean clothes immediately, is there a risk of infect...

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Concerns About Pediatric Urinary Infections in Public Restrooms

Pediatric Infection Issues Hello, Doctor. As a mother who tends to be anxious and worried, I have a few questions: 1. If my child accidentally touches the toilet with their pants while using a squat toilet in a public restroom, and the pants come into contact with urine from th...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If a child accidentally touches the toilet with their pants while using a squat toilet in a public restroom and gets urine on them, will this cause an infection or the transmission of a sexually transmitted disease? ---> It should not. 2. If someone comes into con...

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Can Picking Up Items from Public Toilets Cause Infections?

Does it cause an infection? Hello, doctor. If an object falls into a public toilet and I pick it up, will washing my hands with clean water cause indirect infection or sexually transmitted diseases? I'm concerned that if my hands are not thoroughly cleaned, bacteria could tr...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If something falls into a public toilet and is picked up, will washing hands with clean water cause indirect infection or sexually transmitted diseases? -- If the hands are properly cleaned, there should be no concern about bacteria transferring to other areas -- In this s...

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Understanding Infection Risks in Urology: Hygiene Practices Explained

Infection risk Hello, doctor. May I ask if touching doorknobs or faucets while using the restroom, and then wiping or touching intimate areas or the anus, poses a risk of infection or transmission of sexually transmitted diseases? Thank you, doctor.


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, it is not possible to transmit sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in this manner, as they are typically transmitted through sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.

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Can Using a Urine Bag with Food and Water Increase Infection Risks?

Is there a risk of infection? Hello, doctor. Due to special circumstances, I have been using an emergency urinary bag while outside. I would like to know if placing the urinary bag, water bottle, and food in the same bag could lead to bacterial contamination of the food and water...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: A standard urine bag should have isolation and absorbent properties to prevent leakage and reduce the risk of infection. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Urological Issues: Infections, Urgency, and Pelvic Health

Urological and infectious issues Hello, Doctor. 1. If I touch dirty objects (such as the soles of shoes or any corner of a public environment) or if I urgently need to urinate and cannot wash my hands first, can this lead to indirect infections, sexually transmitted diseases, o...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If I touch dirty objects (such as the soles of shoes or any corner of a public environment) or if I urgently need to urinate and cannot wash my hands first, is there a risk of indirect infection, sexually transmitted diseases, or urinary tract inflammation in the genita...

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Understanding Urological Issues: Infections, Urination, and Pelvic Health

Urological and infectious issues Hello, Doctor. 1. If I touch dirty objects (such as the soles of shoes or any corner of a public environment) or if I urgently need to urinate and cannot wash my hands first, can this lead to indirect infections, sexually transmitted diseases, o...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If I touch dirty objects (such as the soles of shoes or any corner of a public environment) or if I urgently need to use the restroom without washing my hands first, is there a risk of indirect infection, sexually transmitted diseases, or urinary tract inflammation in...

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Can Wearing Borrowed Athletic Shorts Lead to STIs? Expert Insights

Regarding the issue of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Hello Doctor, as an athlete, I exercise every day. Today during practice, I realized I forgot to bring my compression shorts, so I borrowed a pair from a classmate. They were washed and clean. In the afternoon practic...


Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.

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Understanding Infection Risks in Public Restrooms: Urology Insights

Infection issues Hello, I would like to ask two questions: 1. Is there a risk of infection or the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted disease from toilet paper provided in public restrooms or service areas? 2. If there are small wounds on the genital or anal area an...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is there a risk of infection or the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted disease from toilet paper provided in public restrooms or service areas? --> Normal use does not pose a risk. 2. If there are small wounds on the genital or anal area and they come ...

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Understanding Urinary Issues: Insights on Symptoms and Causes

Urinary issues? Hello Doctor, I am the inquirer with ID 176814. I apologize for having so many questions. Over the past few days, I have made the following observations: 1. I have not experienced any unusual sensations while urinating; my daily life has been normal, except that...


Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Excessive exercise, especially prolonged cycling or spinning, can also lead to urinary discomfort. Based on your description, it is unlikely that you have gonorrhea, as this infection typically presents with significant urethral pain and yellow urethral discharge, so testing for ...

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Concerns About Infection Risks After Touching Hospital Door Handles

Hospital Door Handle Issues A few days ago, I visited the urology department at the hospital. After briefly touching the doorknob to enter the examination room, I had a short consultation. Since the doctor needed to examine my genitalia, I removed my pants to assist the doctor wi...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Cauliflower or other sexually transmitted diseases are primarily transmitted through sexual contact. The type of infection you mentioned is almost impossible to occur. At least, there are no reports in the literature regarding this. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Oral Sex and Its Risks: What You Need to Know

Oral sex virus I would like to ask the doctor, I have only had sexual relations with four men, but there was no penetrative sexual intercourse, only oral sex and kissing. However, I noticed that after performing oral sex on two of them, white lesions appeared under my tongue a fe...


Dr. Liu Mingyue Reply:
Hello: Since your symptoms occurred after oral sex and kissing, if I were your treating physician, I could only suspect an infection due to the lack of information you provided. I would not immediately consider sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that are more commonly associa...

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Understanding Oral Sex and Its Potential Risks: What You Need to Know

Oral sex virus I would like to ask the doctor, I have only had sexual relations with four men, but there was no penetrative sexual intercourse, only oral sex and kissing. However, I noticed that after performing oral sex on two of them, white lesions appeared under my tongue a fe...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Because your symptoms occurred after oral sex and kissing, if I were your treating physician, I could only suspect an infection due to the lack of information provided. I would not immediately consider sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that are more commonly transmitt...

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Can Touching Alcohol Dispensers Spread HPV or Genital Warts?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) In response to the virus, many public places provide touchless alcohol dispensers. Today, while using one, I accidentally got closer to the liquid outlet and came into contact with the alcohol. I would like to know if this could lead to the ...


Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) refer to infections transmitted through sexual contact. The likelihood of genital warts appearing outside the genital area is extremely low.

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Understanding STD Risks: Oral, Manual, and Protected Intercourse

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Regarding oral sex, mutual masturbation, and protected vaginal intercourse, the risk of HIV transmission is relatively low. However, for other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, herpes, gonorrhea, and syphilis, the risk ...


Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is not significantly different. Engaging in safe sex can prevent a large proportion of sexually transmitted diseases. Wishing you good health.

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