Top doc Dr Chun Tang answers your health questions. Got a medical blip you want help with? Keep it clean(ish) and send your health related worries to [email protected].
Dr Tang is a registered GP and medical director at the one and only private healthcare group Pall Mall Medical
Dear doc, my wife refuses to give me head because she says my semen tastes bad. Is it true I can make it taste nicer with certain foods like pineapple?
While there's no magic trick to transform your semen into a tropical delight, but maintaining a healthy diet rich in fruits like pineapple may have a positive impact. A well-balanced diet and proper hydration can enhance your overall health, which may indirectly influence the taste. However, if you experience changes in the smell or taste of semen, it can potentially indicate an infection or STI. If you have any concerns about your sexual health it’s essential to seek medical advice.
I'm only 45, but recently my fingers have started to swell, particularly at night when I put my feet up with the Mrs. I'm conscious of this in the bedroom because they're so unattractive. Could I have a case of King Charles sausage fingers at such a young age? My bloods are all perfect, but I do drink a pint after work.
Ah, the mystery of the King Charles sausage fingers! While it's unlikely your regal digits are a result of royal genes, consider lifestyle factors. Drinking a pint after work could contribute to fluid retention. Limit your evening imbibements, elevate your hands occasionally, and maybe throw in some hand exercises to keep those fingers feeling fit.
I have to get up during the night to pee around 5 times. I'm 43 and it started a year ago. I haven't changed my diet, and I don't have a urine infection. What could be the cause?
Nighttime ex-pee-ditions eh, a classic midlife idiosyncrasy! It might not be your diet or infections, but rather the ageing prostate playing tricks. Pay a visit to your friendly neighbourhood urologist who can shed light on the situation.
I love my wife, but as soon as she hit her late 30s I noticed things weren't as tight down there. I struggle getting an erection sometimes and wonder whether it's actually me who's "not filling the hole" so to speak. Are there certain positions we can try to make sex feel more arousing in this case? I don't want to discuss it with her.
Ah, the joys of maturing together! Communication is key, my friend, but if you're looking for an adventurous twist in the bedroom, experiment and explore different positions that can bring pleasure to both partners. There are also some fantastic options out there that can put the wind back in your sails, so to speak, so your ship sails smoothly!
I struggle remembering things and often repeat myself to my boss and colleagues several times throughout the day. I drink a lot of coffee, maybe 5-6 cups from 9-5 whilst in the office. Could this be the cause?
While caffeine can give you a temporary boost, excessive intake might lead to a jittery memory. Hydrate well, consider a more balanced caffeine approach, and if the forgetfulness persists, a chat with your doctor might be in order. Now where did I just put my espresso…