Stones, Urology FAQ - Page 21

Urinary problems I am a 26-year-old woman who hardly drinks water due to working in a buffet setting. During the summer, I sweat a lot and drink one cup of beverages a day, but I rarely consume plain water and do not often feel thirsty, so I don't think about drinking water,...

Discomfort after the placement of a double J stent? I had a double J stent placed due to urinary stones. For the first 7 days post-surgery, I experienced no significant issues or discomfort. However, after 7 days, I began to feel sharp pain when walking and sitting, along with he...

Urinary tract stones A few days ago, I was hospitalized due to kidney stones and was prescribed medication that contains Tamsulosin. I noticed side effects including bladder spasms and ejaculation difficulties. During intercourse, I felt the sensation of ejaculation but did not r...

I have pain at the tip of my penis and I'm not sure why? Hello, my question is that for the past couple of days, I have noticed pain at the tip of my penis, specifically the glans. I haven't engaged in masturbation recently, and urination is not painful (so it shouldn&#...

What should I do about urethral stones? Can urinary stones be managed without seeing a doctor?

Sitting for a long time can cause a dull ache in the lower region? One day while sitting in a chair, I suddenly experienced a sharp pain in my testicles. When I stood up, the pain eased a bit, and upon examination, there were no lumps or foreign objects. This discomfort persisted...

Does abstinence affect health? Is there a time limit for abstinence? Can prolonged abstinence affect the reproductive system? What happens to men if they do not ejaculate? Could it lead to the formation of stones or other issues? Thank you!

Impact on daily life Currently, aside from experiencing urgency to urinate, I find that I often have difficulty urinating before bed or at school, as it takes a long time to start. Additionally, when I am at school, I feel my heart racing and become anxious, which makes it even h...

Questions related to glomerular filtration rate (GFR) Hello, Doctor. I am currently under 26 years old and here are my data (the abnormal ones related to kidney function tests). Last year, my blood pressure was 137/80, cholesterol was 208 (standard upper limit is 200), white bloo...

Chronic Inflammation 2 Currently, you have chronic aseptic prostatitis, which causes urinary retention rather than simply holding urine (the sensation of needing to urinate but only being able to pass a small amount after a long interval). Will this condition affect the urethra, ...

Chronic inflammation Hello doctor, I recently went to the hospital for an examination and was diagnosed with chronic non-bacterial prostatitis. Is there a way to completely cure this condition? Additionally, since I experience urinary retention, could this affect my urethra, blad...

It feels strange there? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you about my current situation. I am 21 years old and have a habit of masturbating 1-2 times a week. However, a few weeks ago, I suddenly lost my sex drive. Recently, I decided to test myself by masturbating, and shortly a...

I have the urge to urinate 24 hours a day, and I'm going crazy? I have been experiencing difficulty urinating for a longer time than usual since about a year or two ago, possibly due to my tendency to get nervous. However, this is not what is currently troubling me. On the m...

Penile growth potential 1. Is it normal for the penis to secrete a clear, viscous fluid while watching pornography? 2. During the summer vacation between junior high and high school, I only started to grow pubic hair, and it wasn't until the winter vacation of senior year ...

Hematuria one month after circumcision? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a question. It has been a month since I had a circumcision. In the fourth week, the original blisters, scabs, and stitches have all fallen off, but I still experience swelling on both sides of the shaft wh...

Inability to ejaculate after shockwave lithotripsy? After undergoing an examination at the hospital for ureteral stones, I had shock wave lithotripsy. I noticed blood clots in my urine, but I haven't seen any stones. Additionally, I can engage in sexual activity, but I exper...

Inquiry about kidney stones? Hello doctor, my father currently has one kidney and recently had a check-up that revealed a 2 cm kidney stone. Would you recommend extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy or endoscopic removal? Since he has only one kidney, will extracorporeal shock wa...

Hematuria Hello, I would like to ask about my father who is 66 years old. He had a health check-up in November this year, and his urine test showed OB 4+. Could this be related to his recent cold and cough? He has mild benign prostatic hyperplasia and does not take medication reg...

Are these symptoms related to kidney stones? Hello doctor, I recently had a KUB (Kidneys, Ureters, Bladder) scan that suggested possible kidney stones, which reminded me of two past experiences. The first instance was when I was a child; one night I suddenly had severe abdominal ...

A few drops of blood after urination? Today, I noticed a few drops of blood after urinating for the first time, but the urine itself appeared normal. The same thing happened during my second urination in the afternoon. I would like to know if this could be an issue related to inf...