My Hernia Nightmare My Hernia Nightmare

5 Apr 2024

Urologist Appointment

I had my first appointment with urologist Dr. Ding Yuan Tien today. I described the details of my hernia surgery and the concerns I've been having about the placement of my testicle and spermatic cord. I even drew a diagram to illustrate what I believe the positioning to be.

Dr. Tien explained that surgery is a possibility to address the issue but should be considered as a last resort. He suggested medication as a more promising approach to see if the testicle can return to its normal position and blood flow can be restored.

I also shared the significant emotional distress I've been experiencing, watching my testicle visibly shrink and feeling helpless. Dr. Tien was empathetic and understanding.

I inquired about the likelihood of my testicle returning to normal. He was honest with me and said there was a low chance of my testicle returning to normal.

Originally, he scheduled the next appointment for a month from now. However, sensing my disappointment, he agreed to shorten the wait time to three weeks.

The medication prescribed: STROCAIN (stomach medicine), SOLAXIN (muscle relaxant), SANDEL (antiplatelet agent), CATAFLAM (pain relief), HARNALIDGE (prostate medicine)
Kuang Tien General Hospital
Kuang Tien General Hospital
Ding Yuan Tien
Ding Yuan Tien
Drawing Of Testicles
Drawing Of Testicles


Thoughts
It was reassuring to know that a doctor was prepared to operate if necessary. I was concerned that I might need surgery but be unable to find a doctor willing to take the case.
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12 Apr 2024

A New Problem

18 Apr 2024

Second Opinion

26 Apr 2024

Return to Urologist

May 2024

Depression

8 May 2024

Third Opinion

9 May 2024

Testosterone Test Results

12 May 2024

Tramadol

14 May 2024

3rd Ultrasound Scan

15 May 2024

Change of Doctor

16 May 2024

Cancelled Update Appointment

17 May 2024

Letter Of Complaint

21 May 2024

My Life Changes Told To Surgeon

22 May 2024

Return To New Urologist

23 May 2024

2nd Phone Call From Doctor

24 May 2024

Return to Kuang Tien Hospital Urologist

27 May 2024

Text Message From Hospital About Meeting

29 May 2024

Final Visit to New Urologist

31 May 2024

Hospital Meeting

28 Jun 2024

Return to Urologist after Meeting

15 Jul 2024

Letter to Dr. Yang Yao Kun

8 Aug 2024

Psychiatrist Appointment

9 Aug 2024

Return to Urologist Again

4 Oct 2024

Return to Urologist for Ultrasound

2025

Final Thoughts

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