Testosterone, Urology FAQ - Page 4

Suspected Klinefelter syndrome Hello Doctor: After moving into the university dormitory, I noticed that my body differs from that of typical males. Most males should have developed similarly by the time they reach college, but I feel like my physique has remained at a pre-puberta...

Varicocele Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from varicocele for several years, and the severity should be moderate to severe. I usually do not experience any pain, and my testicles have not shrunk, so I have not seen a doctor. I only wear supportive underwear to alleviate disc...

Erectile dysfunction I am 177 cm tall and weigh 81 kg. My penis size is 5 cm when flaccid and 11 cm when erect, with a width of 4 cm. Is this size normal? Am I too small? Is it normal to masturbate twice a week? Could this be considered excessive? I usually ejaculate in about thr...

Erectile dysfunction/glans penis I would like to ask if excessive masturbation in the past could be the reason for my recent unusual erection sensations. I find that I don't achieve sufficient hardness when viewing stimulating content and need to use my hand to achieve an er...

Erectile dysfunction Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if young people can experience erectile dysfunction. Sometimes when I watch videos, I find it difficult to achieve an erection, or it’s not very firm, and if I get distracted, it becomes soft. Additionally, when I masturbate...

Varicocele and Testosterone Issues Hello Doctor: About 5 to 6 years ago, I was diagnosed with a varicocele, and at that time, the doctor advised against surgery. Recently, I went for a follow-up examination, and the doctor informed me via ultrasound that I have a grade 4 varicoce...

Prostate cancer I have prostate cancer stage T3, and my PSA level has stabilized at 0.03 after surgery. My attending physician advised me: 1. Avoid excessively fatty foods, 2. Do not take supplements that boost vitality, as they may increase testosterone levels. I consume about 2...

Low testosterone levels, the medication Clomiphene, and infertility issues? Hello, doctor. Recently, I experienced symptoms such as palpitations, difficulty breathing, sudden coldness in my hands and feet, dizziness, numbness in my limbs, and a feeling of heat, which led to a dia...

Penile issues Hello doctor, how are you? Recently, I've noticed that my erections are not as firm as they used to be, and they soften easily when I lose focus. I went to the hospital and the doctor drew blood, stating that my testosterone levels are normal and that this is a...

Erectile dysfunction Sometimes I find it difficult to achieve an erection, whether it's from imagination or watching adult films. Even if I do get an erection, it becomes soft when my focus shifts. This makes me worry that there might be something wrong with my body, and I&#...

Hypogonadism due to pituitary dysfunction? Hello doctor, seven years ago I underwent surgery for a pituitary tumor, and my testosterone level was 0.8 after the operation. After using transdermal testosterone supplementation, it increased to 2.7. I have read that testosterone supp...

Erectile dysfunction Hello Doctor: I have had a long-term habit of masturbation, averaging once a day for about ten years. Recently, I have noticed significant issues with my erectile function. The hardness is insufficient, especially at the base, which remains flaccid even after...

Masturbation after varicocele surgery? After undergoing varicocele surgery, masturbating twice around 12 days post-operation may not have significant adverse effects, but it is essential to listen to your body and avoid any activities that cause discomfort. Regarding varicocele, ...

Low testosterone Hello Dr. Du, I have been feeling fatigued for a long time and need to sleep over ten hours every night. Since puberty, I have experienced mild gynecomastia symptoms (with hard lumps under the nipples). I conducted hormone tests, and the results showed a total t...

What should I do if my testosterone levels are below the standard? Hello Dr. Du: Due to prolonged excessive sexual activity (about 7 years, 1-2 times daily, and recently needing to engage at least once at night to sleep well), I have recently noticed a decrease in erection hardne...

Testosterone level testing issues? The blood test was primarily focused on thalassemia issues, but testosterone was also tested (I really have very little facial hair). I would like to ask the doctor if a testosterone level of 4.350 is considered normal or low? If it is low, what...

Male hormones I had a blood test a year ago that showed low levels of male hormones, but the doctor said no further treatment was necessary. Now, at 19 years old, I still have very subtle secondary sexual characteristics; I haven't developed underarm hair, facial hair, or no...

Premature ejaculation Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing some issues with my current girlfriend (my first partner) during sexual intercourse (about three or four times on different nights). 1. On one or two occasions during foreplay, I was unable to achieve an erection. 2. A...

Inability to achieve orgasm? Hello, Doctor: My main issue currently is the lack of sexual pleasure and the inability to reach orgasm. I can achieve an erection and ejaculate, but the hardness is not as it used to be. The frequency of morning erections has significantly decreased,...

Penile issues I am 18 years old, but my penis has not yet developed to the size typical of adults; it is still relatively small when flaccid. The foreskin has not naturally retracted, and I can manually push it down without discomfort, both when erect and flaccid. I weigh 100 kil...