Patient's question:
Once I visited a sex worker without a condom. I had washed with water at the time, and after two days, I started feeling itchy. Four days later, I began experiencing pain while urinating. After having sex with my wife, she also felt pain while urinating. It has been 20 days now. Have I contracted a sexually transmitted disease? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Your condition may be a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infection is a general term for diseases such as pyelonephritis, cystitis, and urethritis caused by bacteria. It falls under the category of "" and "" in traditional Chinese medicine. It is generally characterized by symptoms such as lower back pain, frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. It is recommended to use Ba Zheng San (Eight Treasure Powder) with modifications for treatment, which can be effective. I believe everyone knows that urinary tract infections can cause significant harm to patients, so it is important to seek treatment as soon as possible. In daily life, attention should be paid to dietary issues, avoiding irritating foods, and maintaining a balanced diet. Additionally, regular follow-up visits may be necessary when needed.