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question about erection and others..
im 24 years old. last month i went to see a urologist n im diagnosed having either epididymitis and slightly varicocele.. i was given ciprofloxacin tablets and diclofenac tablets for inflammation and antibiotic. according to the ultrasound i have a fluid around my left testicle. i just want to know:-
1) is there any side effect of the fluid around the left testicle? im going to have another ultrasound in 3months time as advised from the urologist.
2) sometime i have a hard time getting erection.. i can get it hard but not 100% hard.. what can this possible be? i do have some Nocturnal penile tumescence..
3) when erect.. my scrotum doesn't retract.. i can feel my testicles are hanging.. is this normal?
i look forward for your advice and answers..
1) is there any side effect of the fluid around the left testicle? im going to have another ultrasound in 3months time as advised from the urologist.
2) sometime i have a hard time getting erection.. i can get it hard but not 100% hard.. what can this possible be? i do have some Nocturnal penile tumescence..
3) when erect.. my scrotum doesn't retract.. i can feel my testicles are hanging.. is this normal?
i look forward for your advice and answers..
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
It does not appear that your erectile problems are psychological.
They seem to be part of the physiological response your body is putting up to deal with the other problems related to the reproductive organs.
testosterone levels are evaluated in hormone tests. If abnormal levels are detected, you will be counselled regarding the options available for treatment. These include significant alterations in lifestyle, including increasing physical activity, cessation of smoking etc., and other medications and dietary changes.
Dietary changes that boost zinc levels and aid sexual function include seafood, wheatgerm, cashew fruit, pumpkin seeds, etc.
You can also try fish liver oil supplements as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Discharge after urination can also be related to the infection in the epididymis and should settle down with effective antibiotic therapy.
Do not stress about the erectile dysfunction, but instead focus on relaxing and giving your body sufficient time to heal.
Regards
It does not appear that your erectile problems are psychological.
They seem to be part of the physiological response your body is putting up to deal with the other problems related to the reproductive organs.
testosterone levels are evaluated in hormone tests. If abnormal levels are detected, you will be counselled regarding the options available for treatment. These include significant alterations in lifestyle, including increasing physical activity, cessation of smoking etc., and other medications and dietary changes.
Dietary changes that boost zinc levels and aid sexual function include seafood, wheatgerm, cashew fruit, pumpkin seeds, etc.
You can also try fish liver oil supplements as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Discharge after urination can also be related to the infection in the epididymis and should settle down with effective antibiotic therapy.
Do not stress about the erectile dysfunction, but instead focus on relaxing and giving your body sufficient time to heal.
Regards
is my erection problems physical related or psychological? maybe its my testosterone level are low... so how can i know my testosterone leverl? how can i make the testosterone level normal? any food that can increase the level?
should i consult with urologist about this?
should i consult with urologist about this?
i also want to add.. during my course taking medication.. after i urine.. i get a semen like fluid after peeing.. is there something wrong too?
Dear Dr.. im still worried about my erection.. i did try watching porn to get erect.. but i still cant fully erect.. more like soft erection.. is there something wrong with my nerves system in my genital? 5days ago i remembered have a wet dreams n ejaculate while not fully erect..but im not sure if the semen are white or watery.. since that day.. i cant fully erect... help..
Thanks for your advice n comments Dr. I'll post anything that will come out of my mind again in the future.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
Varicocele is caused by defective valves in the veins of the scrotum, resulting in pooling of blood in these veins, which further cause dilatation of the veins.
Though initially harmless, varicocele has been adversely known to affect fertility due to the fact that the testes are maintained at higher temperatures than they would have been in the absence of the varicocele.
The state of wellbeing of the testes can be assessed from their function and this can be done by a semen analysis. Additionally an ultrasound of the scrotum and testes will reveal the state of the testes.
Current interventions for a varicocele include embolization and surgical ligation.
Regards
Varicocele is caused by defective valves in the veins of the scrotum, resulting in pooling of blood in these veins, which further cause dilatation of the veins.
Though initially harmless, varicocele has been adversely known to affect fertility due to the fact that the testes are maintained at higher temperatures than they would have been in the absence of the varicocele.
The state of wellbeing of the testes can be assessed from their function and this can be done by a semen analysis. Additionally an ultrasound of the scrotum and testes will reveal the state of the testes.
Current interventions for a varicocele include embolization and surgical ligation.
Regards
Thanks for your comment Dr.
another question about my varicocele.. my urologist said i have a slight varicocele but nothing to worry about on my left testicle.. do i need surgery for that?
all these symptoms that i had.. will it affect my fertility?
im also concern about my testicles... how can i know if its healthy or not?
looking forward to your reply. thanks.
another question about my varicocele.. my urologist said i have a slight varicocele but nothing to worry about on my left testicle.. do i need surgery for that?
all these symptoms that i had.. will it affect my fertility?
im also concern about my testicles... how can i know if its healthy or not?
looking forward to your reply. thanks.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
You can also try scrotal elevation (while in bed), wearing supportive underwear, and sitting in a hot bath for 10-15 min once or twice daily.
All these measures will ensure that you will have relief from discomfort and will also aid faster recovery.
You should also be careful that you do not obstruct the flow of the ejaculate by compression of the glans during orgasm. This can cause reflux of the semen into the prostate and epididymis and can predispose to infection while causing irritation.
Regards
You can also try scrotal elevation (while in bed), wearing supportive underwear, and sitting in a hot bath for 10-15 min once or twice daily.
All these measures will ensure that you will have relief from discomfort and will also aid faster recovery.
You should also be careful that you do not obstruct the flow of the ejaculate by compression of the glans during orgasm. This can cause reflux of the semen into the prostate and epididymis and can predispose to infection while causing irritation.
Regards
Thanks for your reply.. i will make appointment with my urologist in 2 months time followed by another ultrasound.. hopefully i turn out ok.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi,
The collection of fluid around the testicle will take several weeks or a few months to resolve completely. The presence of fluid will not cause any side effects or impaired function.
The degree of erection depends on both physical and psychological stimulant factors.
The fact that you have nocturnal tumescence indicates that the organ is capable of functioning normally and achieving complete erection.
Scrotal retraction occurs due to the action of the cremaster muscle and need not occur during erection.
However, you may be able to feel it contracting when exposed to the cold or other such factors that stimulate adrenaline release.
The dribbling of the semen could be due to the condition of the epididymis or the prostate. The course of antibiotics you are on will probably treat any infection of the prostate.
But you can also ask your urologist to check if your prostate is enlarged in view of this symptom.
Do keep us posted on your doubts and progress.
Regards
The collection of fluid around the testicle will take several weeks or a few months to resolve completely. The presence of fluid will not cause any side effects or impaired function.
The degree of erection depends on both physical and psychological stimulant factors.
The fact that you have nocturnal tumescence indicates that the organ is capable of functioning normally and achieving complete erection.
Scrotal retraction occurs due to the action of the cremaster muscle and need not occur during erection.
However, you may be able to feel it contracting when exposed to the cold or other such factors that stimulate adrenaline release.
The dribbling of the semen could be due to the condition of the epididymis or the prostate. The course of antibiotics you are on will probably treat any infection of the prostate.
But you can also ask your urologist to check if your prostate is enlarged in view of this symptom.
Do keep us posted on your doubts and progress.
Regards
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