Post-Hernia Surgery: When to Consider Another Operation?
Post-hernia surgery Hello Doctor, I have a hernia issue (on both sides). Last year, I underwent surgery to remove the right side, but it has been a year and recently I have started to feel discomfort again. The original site and the area that was not operated on occasionally ache...
Dr. Chen Wenming Reply:
A professional urology outpatient clinic provides comprehensive evaluation and management of various urological conditions. Services typically include diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate disorders, incontinence, and male sexual health issu...[Read More] Post-Hernia Surgery: When to Consider Another Operation?
Understanding Weak Urination: Causes and Concerns at 26
Urinary incontinence? Hello doctor, I am only 26 years old, but recently I have noticed that urination requires more abdominal effort than before to maintain the same flow. Sometimes during urination, there is a slight interruption at the end, and after finishing, I still have a ...
Dr. Fu Shizhang Reply:
In terms of age, the likelihood of benign prostatic hyperplasia is low; however, stones or inflammation may affect urination. It is recommended to visit an outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Weak Urination: Causes and Concerns at 26
Concerns About Forxiga: Weight Loss and Neurological Symptoms Explained
I'm sorry, I still have a few questions? Dr. Jiang, I apologize for having one more question. I have been taking Forxiga for about eleven days, and I lost five kilograms in two weeks. After stopping the medication, my weight returned to normal. However, during the medication...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the assessment of kidney function can be done by testing the levels of blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, and uric acid to see if they are normal; or by arranging a urinalysis to check for proteinuria or urinary stones. I recommend consulting a nep...[Read More] Concerns About Forxiga: Weight Loss and Neurological Symptoms Explained
Feeling of Foreign Object at Urethral Opening: Causes and Solutions
There is a sensation of a foreign body at the urethral opening? I have undergone three extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsies and one ureteroscopy for stone removal. Recently, I have been experiencing a persistent urge to urinate at the urethral opening. After consulting a docto...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like a complex issue. However, it could also be symptoms caused by stones. It is advisable to continue seeing a urologist for further examination and to discuss with the physician.[Read More] Feeling of Foreign Object at Urethral Opening: Causes and Solutions
Could Kidney Stones Be Causing My Pain Near the Waist?
Kidney pain? In recent days, I have been experiencing pain on the lower right side (near the waist) at the moment I need to urinate. There are no discomforts at other times. Could this possibly be kidney stones? I had a kidney stone once when I was 15 years old.
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
It is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination to better identify the underlying cause. Kidney stones typically do not cause pain, but they can sometimes lead to microscopic hematuria or increase the risk of infection.[Read More] Could Kidney Stones Be Causing My Pain Near the Waist?
Urgent Urination After Peeing: Understanding Urological Issues
Experiencing a strong urge to urinate even after finishing urination? Hello Dr. Chen, I am Mr. Sun's son (asking on behalf of my father). He has a history of colon cancer, which metastasized to the lymph nodes two years ago. He has also had kidney stones, but both conditions...
Dr. Chen Wenming Reply:
The condition needs to be evaluated by a specialist physician.[Read More] Urgent Urination After Peeing: Understanding Urological Issues
Understanding Blood in Urine: Possible Causes and Concerns
Other tests are normal, yet there is hematuria? Hello Doctor, I was hospitalized for acute pyelonephritis a little over a month ago. During my follow-up appointment in mid-March, both my urinalysis and ultrasound results were normal. Recently, I've been feeling unwell, exper...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Ultrasound and X-ray imaging can detect kidney stones, but the visibility of the stones may vary depending on their size, location, and composition. It is possible that the results of a urinalysis could be affected by hormonal changes occurring just before menstruation or a few h...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Urine: Possible Causes and Concerns
Frequent Urination: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Frequent urination? Hello doctor, I would like to ask why I have to urinate every half hour with a significant amount throughout the day. A clinic physician mentioned that there is no inflammation in the urethra, no diabetes, and no stones. I have been experiencing this for over ...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It is possible to drink too much water. A daily urine output of about 1800 to 2000 cc is sufficient.[Read More] Frequent Urination: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Understanding Prostate Health: Concerns About Erection and Pain
About the lower back and prostate? I often see attractive women with my friends, and I get excited more easily, which leads to frequent erections. If I have prolonged erections without ejaculation, could this cause prostatitis? Sometimes, after an erection, prostate fluid leaks o...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like there are no issues.[Read More] Understanding Prostate Health: Concerns About Erection and Pain
Understanding Sandstone Kidney Stones: Surgical Options and Recurrence Risks
Sand-type kidney stones I am a female diagnosed with sand-like kidney stones, present in both kidneys, and they are completely filled. The doctor has recommended surgery for removal. They suggested performing the procedure on one side first and then the other. Is minimally invasi...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Conduct a stone analysis to determine its composition before proceeding with treatment, as this can help reduce the chances of recurrence.[Read More] Understanding Sandstone Kidney Stones: Surgical Options and Recurrence Risks
Understanding Preputial Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Preputial calculi If you notice white spots that are connected together under the foreskin, and they are not painful or itchy, and have been present for over three years, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for an evaluation. While it may not be causing discomfor...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like there may not be any issues. However, if you have concerns, it is advisable to see a urologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Preputial Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Small Hard Bumps in the Penis: Understanding Post-Circumcision Concerns
There are small hard lumps in the folds of the penile foreskin? Hello, doctor. About ten years ago, I had a circumcision. Two years ago, I felt two very small hard lumps, about smaller than a grain of rice, at the incision site (in the fold of the foreskin below the glans). They ...
Dr. Chen Wenming Reply:
The principle is to observe and wait for changes.[Read More] Small Hard Bumps in the Penis: Understanding Post-Circumcision Concerns
Understanding Double J Stent Infections and Kidney Pain After Surgery
Regarding the infection issues after the placement of a double J stent? Hello Doctor: I recently underwent a left ureterolithotomy and had a double J stent placed due to a narrowing issue. Four days later, I experienced pain in both sides of my lower back, along with fever, hemat...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
1. Having stones increases the likelihood of urinary tract infections, so after undergoing endoscopic stone fragmentation and removal, there is a confirmed risk of developing acute urinary tract infections. 2. Naturally, the side that underwent surgery has a higher risk of infect...[Read More] Understanding Double J Stent Infections and Kidney Pain After Surgery
Can Bloating Cause Right-Sided Lower Back Pain? Understanding the Connection
Bloating accompanied by pain in the lower right back? Hello Doctor: In February of this year, a CT scan revealed a urinary stone in the left ureter. A few weeks later, I passed it on my own, and a subsequent hospital examination showed no hydronephrosis in the left kidney. Recent...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Patients with kidney stones should promptly return to the urology department for evaluation whenever they feel any unusual symptoms.[Read More] Can Bloating Cause Right-Sided Lower Back Pain? Understanding the Connection
Understanding Frequent Urination: Is It Prostatitis?
Is this prostatitis? I have been experiencing frequent urination recently, and sometimes I feel pain near the anus (especially after ejaculation). I believe it might be related to the prostate (I have seen diagrams of the anatomy). However, after undergoing several tests at the h...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Your issue in urology falls under the category of challenging cases. Young males may experience pain near the anus, especially after ejaculation; this is possible and does not necessarily indicate a problem. Frequent urination could be due to overactive bladder, interstitial cyst...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Is It Prostatitis?
Understanding Bladder Discomfort: Symptoms and Causes Explained
Bladder issues You mentioned that since around 9 AM today, you have been experiencing a slight discomfort in your bladder, but urination is not painful, and you do not have a strong urge to urinate. However, sometimes when you feel the urge to urinate, your bladder feels a bit un...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, you may be experiencing urethritis, cystitis, or kidney stones, among other conditions. If there are any unclear aspects, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Online responses should only be used as a reference; if necessary, it is important to ...[Read More] Understanding Bladder Discomfort: Symptoms and Causes Explained
Post-ESWL Recovery: When Can You Resume Sexual Activity?
Stone surgery After undergoing extracorporeal shock wave therapy, how long should one wait before engaging in sexual activity?
Dr. Liu Jiaju Reply:
Patients with urinary stones undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy do not need to restrict sexual activity if they experience no discomfort.[Read More] Post-ESWL Recovery: When Can You Resume Sexual Activity?
Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and When to Seek Help
Bleeding during bowel movements? Recently, I have been experiencing bleeding during bowel movements. Could this be a sign of a medical condition?
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Hello, you may be experiencing urinary tract stones, prostate/urethra/bladder diseases, or urinary tract tumors. Of course, excessive exercise can also cause hematuria. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Online respon...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and When to Seek Help
Is Red Urine After Ureteroscopy Normal? Understanding Post-Procedure Symptoms
Urinary tract stones Hello, doctor. I underwent ureteroscopy for stone removal 3-4 days ago, and today I noticed that my urine is red. I took the transamin that the doctor prescribed, and it returned to normal. Is this a normal postoperative phenomenon?
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Anonymous: Hello, how is the management of the kidney stones? What is the location and size? Were all the stones completely shattered? Were some only partially shattered? Were all the fragments completely removed? Was a ureteral stent (double-J stent) placed? Has there been any d...[Read More] Is Red Urine After Ureteroscopy Normal? Understanding Post-Procedure Symptoms
Understanding and Addressing Pain in the Glans: Causes and Solutions
Glans pain There is no external injury to the glans, but whenever someone sits on my thigh (or when a child sits in front of me while riding a bike) or if I accidentally bump the glans at work, I experience pain on the left side of the glans. However, when I intentionally squeeze...
Dr. Xu Weikai Reply:
Concerned individual: Hello, of course, you should seek medical examination. It may simply be that your nerves are more sensitive, or it could be associated with other issues. Note: Some kidney stones can cause symptoms of penile pain. If there are any unclear points, feel free t...[Read More] Understanding and Addressing Pain in the Glans: Causes and Solutions