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The link between smoking and urological cancer
Did you know that smoking is closely linked with many urological cancers? Read on to find out how smoking links to urological cancers such as bladder, testicular, kidney and prostate cancer. As most are well aware, smoking cigarettes can cause chronic health conditions such as cancer, with lung cancer often standing out as the most… Read more
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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
If you are experiencing erectile dysfunction, there are a number of potential causes. Read on to learn about eight of the most common causes of erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is a condition, in which men have trouble achieving and maintaining an erection. What is erectile dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction is described as the inability to achieve… Read more
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Seven Common Vasectomy Myths, Debunked
Men considering a vasectomy may face a number of worries and concerns. Will the surgery hurt? Is the procedure permanent? So in order to put your mind at ease, we have put together a list of 7 common vasectomy myths. First, what is a vasectomy? A vasectomy is a form of birth control which prevents… Read more
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The Most Common Causes Of Blood In The Urine (Hematuria)
Blood in the urine can be caused by several different issues, ranging from strenuous exercise to kidney disease or bladder stones. There are several reasons for blood being present in the urine (hematuria). Many of these are benign and should not be a cause for distress. However, everyone should be evaluated as it can be… Read more
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A Guide To Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty And How It Works
Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty is a surgical procedure to operate on the renal pelvis in the kidney, usually to remove a blockage or obstruction which can cause long term complications. Pyeloplasty is a surgical produce to operate on the renal pelvis in the kidney. This is the area of the body where the urine is collected after… Read more
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Bladder Cancer Overview and Risk Factors
Here we take an overview of bladder cancer – the different types, causes and risk factors, symptoms and treatments available. Bladder cancer develops when abnormal cells in the bladder start to mutate and grow uncontrollably and more rapidly than normal cells. A mass of cancerous cells is called a malignant tumour, or more simply, cancer.… Read more
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How Your Heart Is Connected To Urological Health
There are many benefits that result from physical activity and taking care of your heart. In fact, taking care of cardiovascular health through the form of exercise can help treat several urological conditions. We all know that it is good to exercise. Why? Because it keeps your cardiovascular system fit and healthy while improving strength… Read more
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Five Ways To Help Combat Urinary Tract Infections
UTIs are very common, especially in women, but they can be avoided by making a few simple lifestyle changes. Here are five ways to help prevent urinary tract infections. If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection, you’ll know how uncomfortable they can be – the constant urgent need to go to the bathroom, the… Read more
