Understanding Penile Curvature: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Penile curvature I had a physical examination by a urologist, who stated that there were no hard lumps on my penis and that everything seemed generally fine. I was concerned because I thought my penis was not very straight when erect and had a downward curve. Later, Assistant Pro...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, professors have extensive clinical experience and their judgments are usually accurate. If there are any issues, you can take a photo of what you believe to be the most problematic area for the physician's reference. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Penile Curvature: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Scarring from Frenulum Injury: Treatment Options and Concerns
Scar on the frenulum of the glans? Hello Doctor, last December during winter, I slipped and fell while walking on ice. After returning home, I noticed blood stains on my penis. Initially, I didn't think much of it, but later I found that retracting the foreskin was painful d...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a doctor's examination and tests. It is common for wounds to scar, and pulling during an erection may cause pain. If a doctor has recommended surgery, it is likely that surgery is the only solution...[Read More] Understanding Scarring from Frenulum Injury: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Partial Erection Issues After Circumcision: When to Seek Help
Inability to achieve a full erection? It has been one month since my surgery, and the stitches have all fallen out. When I am not erect, everything feels normal, but when I get an erection, there is a tightness and pain around the circumcised area. Currently, I do not feel any ha...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, it will gradually improve, often due to poor elasticity in the wound area. You may return to the clinic to discuss this with your physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Partial Erection Issues After Circumcision: When to Seek Help
Post-Circumcision Hematoma: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Post-operative hematoma issues after circumcision? I underwent circumcision on April 30, and I experienced hematoma issues post-surgery. I had follow-up appointments within a week, and the doctor advised that I no longer need to bandage the wound, just to apply iodine twice a day...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like there is an issue that needs to be addressed. You should promptly return to the urology clinic for a check-up and treatment by the physician.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Hematoma: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Understanding Curved Erections: Causes and Solutions for Men
Penile issues Hello, doctor. My penis has a curvature when erect. After researching online, I realized that it might be due to the fact that when I was younger, every time I felt sexual arousal, I would press my already erect penis hard against the bed to achieve pleasure during ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is an abnormal curvature, surgery is required, and it will be out-of-pocket. The chances of natural recovery are slim, so please visit a medical center's urology department for evaluation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Curved Erections: Causes and Solutions for Men
Understanding Reduced Sensitivity in the Glans: Causes and Concerns
Insensitivity of the glans penis? Hello Doctor: About two months ago, I noticed that the right half of my glans, centered around the meatus, has become less sensitive in certain areas when touched. Recently, this symptom has worsened and expanded in range, with the right half of ...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Are there similar issues around the anal area? It is recommended to start with an examination by a neurosurgeon.[Read More] Understanding Reduced Sensitivity in the Glans: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Retained Surgical Pins After Circumcision: Diagnosis and Solutions
The foreskin is trapped or enclosed? Hello doctor, I underwent a circumcision procedure a month ago. By the third week, there was a staple remaining under the frenulum. Initially, there were many sutures and a lot of blood around the staple, making it hard to see its condition. A...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is unlikely that it cannot be found; it should have fallen off. Please discuss with your physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Retained Surgical Pins After Circumcision: Diagnosis and Solutions
Understanding Testicular Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
My testicles are asymmetrical? Hello Doctor, during a physical examination, it was found that my right scrotum is enlarged, and there is a significant size difference between the testicles (the right one is nearly twice the size of the left). Additionally, there is a worm-like st...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: First, please seek medical examination to determine if you have varicose veins. Surgery is not always necessary. If surgery is performed and goes smoothly, recovery typically takes about two weeks; however, some cases may recur. It is advisable to have an evaluation by the...[Read More] Understanding Testicular Asymmetry: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions
Post-Circumcision Complications: Understanding Pain and Discomfort
Post-operative issues after circumcision? I underwent circumcision surgery on March 31. Three days post-operation, during a follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that my circumcision wasn't tight enough, resulting in swelling on the left side of my penis. Now, two weeks late...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: The foreskin gun should not cause such sensations. It is better to consult the surgeon during your follow-up appointment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Complications: Understanding Pain and Discomfort
Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Circumcision Surgery
Circumcision surgery I underwent circumcision surgery on March 31. Three days post-operation, during a follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that I was not properly tightened, which has resulted in swelling on the left side of the penis. Now, two weeks later, I have noticed that ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The foreskin gun should not cause such sensations. It is better to consult the surgeon during your follow-up appointment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Circumcision Surgery
Understanding Nerve Disorders: Is Your Condition Related to ALS?
Neuropathy About ten years ago, my father underwent surgery on his right arm due to nerve compression, which caused atrophy and weakness in the entire arm. After the surgery, he did not experience further atrophy or weakness. Recently, however, he suddenly started to feel weaknes...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hong, The condition you are concerned about, commonly referred to as "Lou Gehrig's disease," is known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which is a type of motor neuron disease. Generally, the motor neurons in the brain are referred to as upper motor...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Disorders: Is Your Condition Related to ALS?
Understanding Neuropathic Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?
Suspected neuropathic pain - unsure which specialty to consult? Hello, Dr. Jiang. I apologize for bothering you. My mother and grandmother have both reported experiencing "neuropathic pain" after reaching a certain age. They have occasional episodes, a few times a year,...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Peng, You mentioned that "the pain usually starts at night when falling asleep and continues into the next day, occurring in episodes, and typically resolves within two days." Your symptoms may suggest Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). The etiology of RLS is rela...[Read More] Understanding Neuropathic Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?
Is It Dangerous If You Hit Your Head and Bleed Without Pain?
Is there a risk if I hit my head and there is bleeding but no pain? A family member (around 50 years old with no history of cardiovascular disease) accidentally fell this morning and hit their head against a sharp object. At the time, there was approximately enough blood to soak ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ida, You mentioned that a family member (around 50 years old, with no history of cardiovascular disease) accidentally fell this morning and hit their head against a sharp object, resulting in approximately the amount of blood that would fill two tissues, but it stopped ...[Read More] Is It Dangerous If You Hit Your Head and Bleed Without Pain?
Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Symptoms, HPV Longevity, and When to Seek Help
Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) I would like to ask the doctor, I have undergone a circumcision surgery, and I want to know if the image below looks like genital warts? (It feels soft and mushy to the touch) https://imgur.com/a/1OMf6G0 Do I need to see a doctor? Additionally,...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Not like.[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Symptoms, HPV Longevity, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Balanitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
Balanitis issues? Hello Doctor, I recently experienced symptoms of itchy red spots, but after seeing three different doctors, I received varying diagnoses—some said it was eczema, while others suggested balanitis. I was prescribed ointments (Miconazole and Clotrimazole), which he...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. I have phimosis, but I can normally retract it for cleaning. After using the restroom, I always dry it, and at home, I even wash it with clean water when erect, although it feels a bit tight and painful. Is circumcision necessary? -- Generally, circumcision is not nee...[Read More] Understanding Balanitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Surgery
Post-Catheterization Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Solutions
Urinary incontinence after catheter removal? Hello Doctor, after undergoing a hysterectomy last year, I developed a vaginal-bladder fistula. I had a ureteral catheter in place for nine months and underwent two surgeries to repair the fistula. Now the fistula has healed! However, ...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Bladder function tests can be performed to determine the cause of urinary incontinence. Given that there was a previous fistula surgery, undergoing another surgery carries a higher risk, so it is advisable to discuss this further with the physician.[Read More] Post-Catheterization Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Duration, and HPV Vaccine Insights
Regarding cauliflower? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if I have contracted genital warts (I had a circumcision surgery when I was younger). Here is the link: https://imgur.com/a/03w39V2. Do I need to seek medical attention? Based on your clinical experience, how long does it t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: This platform cannot replace a physician's examination, assessment, or testing. 1) If there are changes such as an increase in size or number, please consult a doctor. Based on your clinical experience, how long does it generally take for genital warts to appear? (I s...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Symptoms, Duration, and HPV Vaccine Insights
Understanding Penile Issues: When to Consider Surgical Correction
Penile issues Doctor, I have a question. After achieving an erection, my penis cannot point upwards at all; it hangs down towards the ground, but the rigidity is sufficient. Does this require surgical correction? 😷
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: As long as sexual intercourse can be performed, surgery is not necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Penile Issues: When to Consider Surgical Correction
Understanding Unexplained Pain and Forehead Headaches in Patients
Unexplained muscle pain and frontal headache? Hello, doctor. I have Marfan syndrome and have previously undergone spinal surgery. After the surgery, I began experiencing weakness and stiffness in my legs and spine, making it difficult to move, along with some pain. These symptoms...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Lei, You mentioned that "lying down causes headaches, and now I also experience pain while standing, along with frequent headaches... which may be due to compression of the spinal vessels, leading to headaches." Typically, when blood vessels are compressed, it...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Pain and Forehead Headaches in Patients
Understanding Leg Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options for Your Family
I would like to inquire for a family member who is experiencing numbness in the calves and thighs? My father is unable to walk far; after just a block, his legs become very numb, and he needs to sit down to rest before he can walk a short distance again. However, the numbness ret...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Liang, You mentioned that "walking too far, perhaps just a block, can cause my legs to feel very numb, making it difficult to move, and I need to sit down to rest before I can walk a little further." Clinically, this is referred to as "intermittent claud...[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness: Causes and Treatment Options for Your Family