Understanding Dementia: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Dementia 1. My mother is experiencing memory loss regarding recent events, along with symptoms of urinary incontinence and difficulty walking. 2. On December 4th, after a medical examination, it was found that she had hydrocephalus, and she underwent surgery on December 6th to p...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Pharmacological treatment is generally less effective for memory impairment. The letter does not specify the formulation or duration of use for the sleep medication, so I will refrain from commenting on that.[Read More] Understanding Dementia: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Understanding Urinary Incontinence: Tests, Evaluations, and Resources
Urinary incontinence Hello, I would like to inquire about the tests and evaluations for diagnosing different types of urinary incontinence. What assessments can determine the specific type of urinary incontinence? Are there any professional websites available for further informat...
Dr. Lin Hexing Reply:
Hello Ms. Tingting: Urinary incontinence can be classified into stress urinary incontinence, urge urinary incontinence, overflow urinary incontinence, and continuous urinary incontinence. Clinical evaluation and examination must include a medical history, physical examination, po...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Incontinence: Tests, Evaluations, and Resources
Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Elderly Patients: Causes and Solutions
Urinary incontinence Hello, Doctor... My father is 80 years old. He had a vascular obstructive stroke six years ago. After being discharged, his urinary function was normal. However, in the past few months, we have noticed that whenever he feels the urge to urinate, he ends up ur...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Your father's urinary incontinence may be due to several factors, including: 1. Urgency urinary incontinence caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia, 2. Coordination issues between the bladder muscles and the urethral sphincter following a stroke or due to age-related degener...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Incontinence in Elderly Patients: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions
Decreased urine output..? Hello doctor, I've been experiencing the urge to urinate approximately every 1 to 2 hours. However, when I do go to the bathroom, I only pass a small amount of urine, and after I'm done, a few drops still come out. It also takes about 5 to 10 s...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
Don't worry! This is not urinary incontinence, but I do recommend that you visit a urologist at the hospital to have your urine tested and to receive further advice regarding your situation.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Urinary Incontinence After Stroke: Causes and Solutions
Urinary incontinence after a stroke? Hello, Dr. Hsu. My mother is 67 years old and was recently hospitalized due to a minor stroke, where she was found to have hypertension. She is currently on a long-term regimen of antihypertensive medication, and her physical and mental state ...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
Hello, in response to your question regarding your mother's symptoms, she is experiencing stress urinary incontinence. Normally, the bladder is supported by the pelvic fascia, but after childbirth, this fascia can become lax, causing the bladder to descend when straining, wh...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Incontinence After Stroke: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nocturia: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Nocturia It is normal to urinate during the day, but if you find yourself needing to urinate at least twice every night after going to bed, it can significantly affect your sleep quality. This condition may indicate an issue with your bladder. It could potentially be related to a...
Dr. Song Zhixian Reply:
Nocturia can be categorized into three types: urinary dysfunction, internal medical conditions, and sleep disorders. Urinary function disorders often accompany symptoms such as frequent urination, difficulty urinating, and urinary incontinence, with isolated nocturia being rare. ...[Read More] Understanding Nocturia: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Understanding Intermittent Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Solutions
Sometimes there may be issues with urinary incontinence? I have been experiencing quite severe urge incontinence, but it has improved a lot recently. However, it comes and goes; sometimes I have this issue for about 10 days, while at other times I don't have any problems. I&...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Urinary incontinence at your age may be classified as urge incontinence, often caused by a urinary tract infection. This is why you may experience fluctuations in symptoms. It is recommended that you pay attention to feminine hygiene, increase your fluid intake, and visit a urolo...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Urinary Incontinence: Causes and Solutions
Is It Urinary Incontinence? Understanding Symptoms During Exercise
Is it urinary incontinence? Hello: When I jump rope (very quickly), I sometimes feel a little bit of urine, although it doesn't happen often. Could this be urinary incontinence?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
The female urethra is shorter, and experiencing this situation during intense exercise does not necessarily indicate urinary incontinence. If there are any concerns, please consult a gynecologist or urologist.[Read More] Is It Urinary Incontinence? Understanding Symptoms During Exercise
Is It Urinary Incontinence? Understanding Leaking During Exercise
Is it urinary incontinence? Hello: When I jump rope very quickly, I suddenly experience a little bit of urine leakage. Could this be urinary incontinence?
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Involuntary leakage of urine is referred to as urinary incontinence. Therefore, your situation falls under this category. However, it is important to consider what you mean by "jumping very quickly" in terms of the intensity of the exercise. Additionally, what was your ...[Read More] Is It Urinary Incontinence? Understanding Leaking During Exercise
Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and What to Do Next
There is a problem with urination!!! Experiencing a significant amount of blood during urination, especially if it has never happened before and you do not feel any other symptoms, could indicate a serious medical condition. This could be due to various causes such as urinary tra...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Response: In young women, the most common cause of sudden hematuria (blood in urine) is cystitis associated with hematuria, which is often accompanied by varying degrees of urinary frequency, dysuria (painful urination), urgency, and even acute urinary incontinence. Additionally,...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and What to Do Next
Understanding Prostatitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Care Tips
Prostatitis I have been experiencing frequent urination for many years and have seen countless doctors. Recently, after an examination, I was diagnosed with prostatitis. After taking medication for a while, my condition has improved. It's strange that none of the doctors I s...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
A: Symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) include a weak urine stream, difficulty urinating, urinary hesitancy, straining to urinate, urinary retention, painful urination, frequent urination, urgency, nocturia, and urinary incontinence, which typically appear after the ag...[Read More] Understanding Prostatitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Care Tips
Can E. Coli Cause Blood in Urine and Bladder Infections?
Escherichia coli (E. coli) Escherichia coli can cause hematuria, cystitis, or dysuria. Can drinking more water alone lead to recovery?
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Escherichia coli is one of the most common pathogens associated with cystitis. Symptoms of cystitis include frequent urination, painful urination, urgency (even urinary incontinence), hematuria, lower abdominal discomfort, a burning sensation in the urethra, and sometimes fever. ...[Read More] Can E. Coli Cause Blood in Urine and Bladder Infections?