Understanding Hernias: When Surgery is Necessary and When It's Not
Hernia issues Hello, I occasionally notice a round bulge in my groin that resembles a tumor; it is not painful. I went for a consultation, but when the bulge was supposed to appear, it did not. I explained my condition to the doctor, who said it "should" be a hernia. Th...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: This response is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination. If it is indeed a hernia, it often protrudes when straining in the abdomen or standing for a long time. You can stand and cough forcefully; if there is no protrusion or it is very subtle...[Read More] Understanding Hernias: When Surgery is Necessary and When It's Not
Phimosis Concerns: Should I Retract My Foreskin for Hygiene?
Phimosis was initially unable to be retracted, but now it can be, although I am hesitant to do so? I am a high school freshman and have phimosis. I was previously unable to retract my foreskin, but now I can pull it back continuously. However, I cannot do so when I have an erecti...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: Regarding the situation you described, it is usually possible to retract for cleaning, but due to a narrow ring of skin, it may get stuck during erection. For now, it is advisable not to retract it. I recommend visiting a clinic when you have the opportunity for a physicia...[Read More] Phimosis Concerns: Should I Retract My Foreskin for Hygiene?
Severe Left Lower Abdominal Pain After Prostate Surgery: Seeking Medical Advice
Severe pain in the lower left abdomen one month after prostate surgery affecting daily life? Hello Doctor, My father underwent a prostatectomy one month ago and has been recovering at home. A week ago, he started experiencing severe pain in the left lower abdomen near the groin...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
The condition you described is relatively uncommon and may require further examination.[Read More] Severe Left Lower Abdominal Pain After Prostate Surgery: Seeking Medical Advice
Post-Prostatectomy Urinary Retention: Causes and Solutions
Post-prostatectomy, the patient is unable to urinate independently? Hello Doctor, My father has been experiencing urinary difficulties for a long time due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. He has been taking "Uroflow" for many years and has nighttime urination 3-5 time...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin, thank you very much for your detailed description. There are many causes of urinary obstruction; one of them is bladder outlet obstruction due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Another cause could be the decreased bladder contractility resulting from cold medi...[Read More] Post-Prostatectomy Urinary Retention: Causes and Solutions
Post-Varicocele Surgery: Concerns About Erections and Recovery
Postoperative care for varicocele surgery? I would like to ask the doctor, two weeks ago I underwent microscopic varicocelectomy for varicocele. Will erections have a negative impact on the ligated blood vessels? Sometimes I experience discomfort in the blood vessels during an er...
Dr. Li Minghui Reply:
Hello: If the wound has healed and you have had a follow-up appointment, it should not have a significant impact. Just be careful not to exert too much pressure on your abdomen, and try to limit the frequency of DIY activities. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Varicocele Surgery: Concerns About Erections and Recovery
Post-Varicocele Surgery: Effects of Erection and Safe Practices
Varicocele I would like to ask the doctor, two weeks ago I underwent microscopic varicocelectomy for varicocele. Will erections have a negative impact on the ligated blood vessels? Sometimes I experience discomfort in the blood vessels during an erection. Also, is it acceptable t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If the wound has healed and you have followed up with a visit, it should not have a significant impact. Just be careful not to exert too much pressure on your abdomen, and try to limit the frequency of DIY activities. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Varicocele Surgery: Effects of Erection and Safe Practices
Understanding Phimosis: A Guide for Teenagers on Care and Treatment
Phimosis issue I am a high school freshman and have phimosis. I was previously unable to retract the foreskin, but now I can pull it back continuously. However, I cannot do so when I have an erection, and I am afraid that the glans will be constricted when I retract it. The fores...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, it is usually possible to retract for cleaning, but due to a narrow ring of skin, it may get stuck during an erection. For now, it is advisable not to retract it. I recommend visiting a clinic when you have the opportunity for a physic...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: A Guide for Teenagers on Care and Treatment
Post-Varicocele Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Postoperative care for varicocele surgery? I would like to ask the doctor three questions regarding my varicocele microsurgical ligation surgery that I had two weeks ago: 1. Is it normal to experience a dull pain in the area of the blood vessels after surgery? What are some way...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: For your reference, 1) It is common to experience discomfort after surgery; if the wound appears normal but is very painful, medication can be taken. 2) Straining the abdomen is not advisable. 3) It is recommended to rest for at least two weeks. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Varicocele Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Understanding Post-Surgery Edema: Is Compression Necessary?
Ligament edema issue Hello Doctor, it has been 21 days since my laser circumcision. I tried to remove the dressing for about one to two hours over the last couple of days, but I noticed swelling around the incision site, so I quickly re-applied the compression dressing. Is it nor...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Swelling is a common occurrence after circumcision surgery, as circulation has not yet returned to normal. If the wound is intact and there is no drainage, it is usually best to observe and wait for the swelling to subside. Whether or not to cover the area is a personal ch...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Edema: Is Compression Necessary?
Do I Need Circumcision for My Phimosis Symptoms?
Phimosis issue Hello Doctor: My foreskin has a smaller opening when not erect, similar to phimosis. When not erect, I can fully retract the foreskin behind the glans, and I can also do so when erect. However, if I keep the foreskin retracted behind the glans for an extended perio...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your condition seems to involve edema, and it might still feel a bit tight. If surgery is an option, it would be the quickest way to address the issue, including the odor problem. As for the odor, it can likely be eliminated through cleaning. If you prefer not to have surg...[Read More] Do I Need Circumcision for My Phimosis Symptoms?
Why Is My Glans Color Darkening? Understanding Urological Concerns
Is the color of the glans darker? Hello Dr. Du, I have a question I would like to ask you... Recently, I've noticed that the color around the glans and the urethral opening seems a bit darker. I had a circumcision when I was younger, and I'm wondering if that could be t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The skin color and early surgery are currently unrelated to urine. The factors affecting skin color expression are unclear. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Why Is My Glans Color Darkening? Understanding Urological Concerns
Post-Circumcision Concerns: Understanding Pain and Swelling After Surgery
Post-operative issues after circumcision? Hello, I would like to ask a question. I have seen that many people experience pain during erections after surgery, but it has been two days since my surgery and I only have some engorgement without any pain. The erections are not as firm...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Circumcision, whether performed with a circumcision device or by other methods, will not affect future sexual function. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Understanding Pain and Swelling After Surgery
Understanding Post-Vasectomy Pain and Epididymitis: A Patient's Journey
Vasectomy and Epididymitis Hello, Doctor. This is actually my second time asking a question here, but I still find it strange. I underwent a vasectomy in early May, and after the surgery, I sometimes experienced a dull ache on the right side (especially after sitting for long per...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It is indeed less common for epididymitis to develop after such a long time. Chronic inflammatory tissue tends to heal more slowly, and the duration of oral antibiotics may need to be extended, possibly exceeding one month. Could it be related to individual constitution or a mism...[Read More] Understanding Post-Vasectomy Pain and Epididymitis: A Patient's Journey
Concerns About Testicular Lumps After Vasectomy: What You Should Know
Testicular issues I have noticed a small lump above my left testicle. Could this be related to the vasectomy I had a few years ago? It doesn't hurt, but I'm worried that it might be something abnormal, and I'm unsure if it's connected to the surgery. Thank you...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The response is for reference only. If there is no connection to the testicles, it may be due to internal scarring from surgery. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Testicular Lumps After Vasectomy: What You Should Know
Post-Surgery Numbness in Hand: Causes and Solutions Explained
Numbness in the hand after removal of wrist internal fixation plate? Hello Doctor: At the end of March, I dislocated my right wrist due to a fall. The doctor initially said surgery wasn't necessary, but since I arrived too late and the dislocation was significant, I underwen...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: Your symptoms may suggest compression of the median nerve in your right hand. The median nerve passes through the wrist, traversing the "carpal tunnel" formed by the carpal bones and ligaments, and is subjected to pressure from the ligament located above th...[Read More] Post-Surgery Numbness in Hand: Causes and Solutions Explained
Understanding Post-Surgery Complications: Foreign Bodies in Urological Sutures
Foreign body at the suture site? The surgery was over a year ago, and the sutured area (the surrounding circle) feels hard, as if there are thread ends inside. There is more than one, and it hurts when I squeeze it with my hand when not erect. During an erection, pressing or touc...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It may not necessarily be a foreign body; it could also be scar tissue or poorly healed areas that may harbor secretions. You should return to the doctor for an examination. Currently, keep the area clean and dry; you can soak it in water, but make sure to dry it afterward...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Complications: Foreign Bodies in Urological Sutures
Understanding Phimosis: Non-Surgical Solutions for Teens
Prepuce issues Hello Doctor: I am 16 years old. I can fully expose the glans when not erect, but during an erection, I can only manually expose a little bit, and continuing to do so causes pain. I do not wish to undergo surgery. Given that I am 16, is there a possibility that thi...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, Neurofrog! As you mentioned, there is a tight foreskin ring at the tip, and forcing the glans to protrude during an erection can certainly cause discomfort. Currently, you are still developing, and it is difficult to predict how this will evolve in the future; it is possib...[Read More] Understanding Phimosis: Non-Surgical Solutions for Teens
Understanding Oral Sex and HPV Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
Oral sex and the transmission of genital warts? Hello, Doctor: 1. In mid-June of this year, I developed genital warts and underwent electrosurgery. It has been a month since the procedure, and there has been no recurrence, but I am experiencing a mild fungal infection. Shortly ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: According to the risk levels of sexual behaviors, the no-risk methods include masturbation, hugging, and touching areas other than the genitals; low-risk methods include mutual masturbation, light kissing, mutual rubbing, and sexual intercourse with condoms; moderate-risk ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Sex and HPV Transmission Risks: Your Questions Answered
Post-Surgery Back Pain After Ureteral Stone Removal: What to Expect
Persistent lower back pain after the removal of a double J stent following urinary tract stone surgery? Hello Doctor, my mother underwent surgery for urinary tract stones two weeks ago. Last Thursday, she returned for a follow-up appointment to have the double J stent, which had ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, if there is no injury, regarding infection, antibiotics will be prescribed. Drink plenty of water and avoid holding in urine; it will gradually improve. However, if back pain or hematuria worsens, or if you develop a fever, seek medical attention immediately. Wi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Back Pain After Ureteral Stone Removal: What to Expect
Understanding Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Laser Surgery: What to Expect
Side effects of prostate surgery? Hello Dr. Lee: I underwent laser prostate surgery a month ago, and I have been unable to urinate since then. It has been a month since the surgery, and my incontinence issue does not seem to have improved. Is it normal to experience incontinence ...
Dr. Li Minghui Reply:
Hello: It is not uncommon to experience incontinence after prostate surgery, and this should be mentioned in the surgical consent form. It usually improves gradually. If it is only a small amount of urine leakage, it will likely resolve quickly. Currently, take good care of yours...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Laser Surgery: What to Expect