Post-Circumcision Concerns: Understanding Swelling and Hardness at the Base of the Penis
Postoperative care for circumcision? Hello Doctor: I have noticed a small swollen area at the base of my penis under the nail, which feels hard like a small bead (I'm not sure if this is due to the anesthetic injection that was possibly administered there). It has been 7 day...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If there is no redness, it is mostly fine. Keep the area clean and dry. If it becomes increasingly swollen or red, seek medical attention. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Concerns: Understanding Swelling and Hardness at the Base of the Penis
Recovery Insights After 60cc Brain Hemorrhage: A Patient's Journey
Recovery status after a 60cc intracerebral hemorrhage? Hello Doctor, my mother experienced a hemorrhagic stroke in mid-December with a volume of 60cc (right hemisphere). At that time, the doctor assessed that my mother, being 72 years old, might not have a good postoperative cond...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, the blood clot from a cerebral hemorrhage can generally be completely absorbed, usually taking from one month to several months. If the cerebral hemorrhage has caused brain damage, it typically results in residual symptoms. Different locations of damage will lead to differ...[Read More] Recovery Insights After 60cc Brain Hemorrhage: A Patient's Journey
30 Days Post Circumcision: Addressing Concerns and Recovery Tips
30 days post circumcision? Hello Doctor, I have completed 30 days post circumcision and my recovery seems to be normal. My last follow-up appointment was on day 22, during which I asked the doctor why I still feel tight after the surgery and why the glans does not appear fully ex...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
Hello Mr. Anonymous: 1. Postoperative swelling of the foreskin should gradually improve over time. 2. Whether the frenulum is too tight can only be determined by a physician during an outpatient consultation. Dr. Lin Wen-Hsu, Urology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] 30 Days Post Circumcision: Addressing Concerns and Recovery Tips
Understanding Post-Surgery Calf Issues: When to Seek Medical Help
Calf issues Hello Doctor, I underwent RF (radiofrequency) calf surgery 9 days ago and have been unable to stand on flat ground since then. When barefoot, I experience the following difficulties: I cannot stand upright, my knees cannot straighten, I cannot rise onto my toes, and I...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
It is uncertain what type of surgery you underwent. Please follow up with your surgeon for a discussion, or seek evaluation from a specialist in plastic surgery or neurology at a regional hospital or higher. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Calf Issues: When to Seek Medical Help
Managing Nerve Pain and Swelling in Elderly Patients After Spine Surgery
Tightness in the thigh muscles, numbness, and mild edema in the legs? My mother, who is 88 years old, participated in a volunteer trip on November 14, where she walked too much, resulting in foot pain and nerve compression that prevented her from sleeping and standing. During thi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Amy, You mentioned that your mother is experiencing numbness in her feet, along with a sensation that the tendons in her right foot seem to be pulling up towards her buttocks. This may indicate compression of the lumbar nerve roots. Post-surgery, it is common to encount...[Read More] Managing Nerve Pain and Swelling in Elderly Patients After Spine Surgery
Understanding HSV1 Genital Herpes: Causes, Risks, and Management
Genital infection with HSV-1 herpes: issues and subsequent care? Hello Doctor, today is January 7th. I started seeing doctors about 10 days ago, initially thinking it was a recurrence of common balanitis. I had blood tests for HIV, syphilis, HSV-1, and HSV-2. The results showed t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Can circumcision reduce the recurrence rate of HSV-1 in the genital area? --> If cleanliness is maintained, surgery is not necessary. 2. Was this recurrence due to my sexual partner having an active oral herpes outbreak at that time? --> Not necessarily, as you ...[Read More] Understanding HSV1 Genital Herpes: Causes, Risks, and Management
Managing Post-Procedure Pain After Electrosurgery for Genital Warts
Post-operative care after electrosurgery for cauliflower ear? Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with a genital wart infection at the vaginal opening and underwent electrosurgery immediately. It has been 3 months since the procedure, and there has been no recurrence. I have been using...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Please refrain from sexual activity for the time being. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Post-Procedure Pain After Electrosurgery for Genital Warts
Persistent Head Pain After Facelift Surgery: Seeking Relief and Answers
It has been a year since the facelift surgery, but the head still feels tight, numb, and uncomfortable, causing unbearable pain? Hello Dr. Peng, I underwent a facelift surgery in November 2022. Since February 2023, I have been experiencing tightness and electric shock sensations...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, online consultations cannot provide diagnostic advice. Please consult a neurologist in person. Thank you.[Read More] Persistent Head Pain After Facelift Surgery: Seeking Relief and Answers
Understanding Penile Frenulum Issues: When to Seek Further Treatment
Penile Frenulum Issues Hello Doctor: A week ago, during sexual intercourse in the missionary position, my penis slipped out and I experienced a sharp pain. I later went to the emergency room where I received a painkiller injection and was prescribed acetaminophen. The most painfu...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
Penile curvature can be treated with surgery. Aside from that, there are no other conservative treatment options for your symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Penile Frenulum Issues: When to Seek Further Treatment
Post-Operative Care Tips for Inguinal Hernia Surgery Recovery
Postoperative care for inguinal hernia repair? Hello Doctor, I am currently nearly one month post laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia repair surgery. The surgeon advised me not to lift heavy objects or engage in vigorous exercise for one month. However, I found online informat...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
Increased intra-abdominal pressure is associated with a higher recurrence rate. The actions you described should not significantly increase intra-abdominal pressure.[Read More] Post-Operative Care Tips for Inguinal Hernia Surgery Recovery
Link Between Candida Infection and Chronic Prostatitis: What You Need to Know
What is the relationship between Candida albicans and chronic prostatitis in terms of antibiotics? 1. At the beginning of September, three days after having sexual intercourse with my wife, I experienced pain at the urethral opening during urination, redness and itching of the gl...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms seem to indicate chronic prostatitis. However, chronic, non-bacterial prostatitis is inherently difficult to treat and diagnose. The use of antibiotics is almost always recommended. Please discuss this with your physician during your follow-up visit. Addition...[Read More] Link Between Candida Infection and Chronic Prostatitis: What You Need to Know
Understanding Infection Risks in Shared Food Situations
What are the modes of transmission among colleagues? Hello, doctor. We have a new colleague who joined our unit. At the end of August, we ordered breakfast together, and there was a portion of chicken nuggets. We shared it, and he directly ate the chicken nuggets from the paper b...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Transmission primarily occurs through sexual activity. If not treated and there is contact with bodily fluids, there is still a risk of transmission.[Read More] Understanding Infection Risks in Shared Food Situations
Persistent Pain After Facelift Surgery: Is It a Long-Term Side Effect?
It has been a year since the facelift surgery, but the head still feels tight and numb, causing unbearable pain? In November 2022, I underwent a facelift surgery. Starting in February 2023, I experienced tightness and electric shock-like sensations in my head, along with recurren...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Cheng, You mentioned that the "tightness and electric sensation in your head" may indicate peripheral sensory nerve compression. These symptoms could be exacerbated by tightness in the cervical myofascia. It would be beneficial for you to supplement with B vit...[Read More] Persistent Pain After Facelift Surgery: Is It a Long-Term Side Effect?
Understanding the Risks of HPV Transmission After Sharing Food
Cauliflower ear surgery Hello doctor, we have a new colleague who joined our unit. At the end of August, we ordered breakfast together, and there was a portion of chicken nuggets. We shared it, and he directly ate the chicken nuggets from the paper bag with his mouth, while I too...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If not cured and there is contact with bodily fluids, there is still a chance, although it is very low, as transmission primarily occurs through sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Risks of HPV Transmission After Sharing Food
Understanding Penile Rotation: Causes and Treatment Options
Counterclockwise rotation of the penis and glans? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I finally managed to retract my foreskin. Initially, there were no issues, but I have one problem: occasionally, the foreskin retracts on its own due to sensitivity and gets stuck at the coronal sulcu...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello Mr. Li: Based on what you described, it is possible that you have penile curvature, which could also be caused by phimosis. Masturbation and the varying lengths of the foreskin are theoretically unrelated unless there is "recurrent inflammation." Additionally, you...[Read More] Understanding Penile Rotation: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation After Surgery
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction Hello Dr. Tsai, I have a question to ask you. In 2015, I was diagnosed with left coronary artery atherosclerosis. Since the narrowing was less than 25%, I was prescribed medication for control. In July and October of 2020, I underwent catheter...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Albert: The cardiovascular system gradually deteriorates with age and becomes sensitive to temperature changes. It is recommended to keep warm before going out on cold days. This symptom is unrelated to the surgery.[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation After Surgery
Exploring Causes of Leg Weakness: Beyond MRI and Dopamine Imaging
The left foot feels weak when starting to walk, and MRI, electromyography, and dopamine imaging have all shown no abnormalities? Hello Doctor, my family member has experienced foot drop for the past five years. When changing positions (from sitting to standing, starting to walk, ...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
It is recommended to take your family member to a neurosurgery department for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Exploring Causes of Leg Weakness: Beyond MRI and Dopamine Imaging
Post-Circumcision Complications: Managing Wound Healing and Concerns
Post-operative dehiscence after circumcision? Hello doctor, I underwent a circumcision on the morning of December 6th using a circumcision device. I had follow-up appointments on December 7th and 8th to check the wound and change the dressings. During these days, I was very caref...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It has been a while, and it is unlikely to crack. The chances are low, and the doctor will evaluate it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Complications: Managing Wound Healing and Concerns
Understanding Weakness in Legs: When Standing Becomes Impossible
Leg weakness ~ inability to stand? Hello, my mother was born in 1938 (in her seventies)! She is approximately 162 cm tall and weighs 80 kg. Today, when I returned to my hometown, I discovered that my mother is unable to stand or walk. Since she lives with a family member, we init...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Yu-Jie, You mentioned that "she is unable to go out for medical treatment on the second floor and currently cannot walk even with family support." The symptoms you described may suggest a lumbar compression fracture. I recommend requesting assistance from a rehabi...[Read More] Understanding Weakness in Legs: When Standing Becomes Impossible
Understanding Dizziness After Head Injury: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Slipping in the bathroom, head injury? Hello Doctor, I accidentally slipped and hit my head (upper right side of the occipital region) in the bathroom on November 28, 2023. I went to the emergency room and received six stitches. However, starting on December 6, 2023, I began to...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Lung, You mentioned, "On 2023/12/12, I have been feeling slightly dizzy all day. I wonder if it could be a concussion or a brain hemorrhage?" Generally speaking, if there is no loss of consciousness, no anticoagulant use, or significant local hematoma, head...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness After Head Injury: When to Seek Further Evaluation