Bladder stones can be very painful. While they aren’t as common as kidney stones, they do occur. Here’s an overview of bladder stones. The bladder is a muscular sac in the pelvis, roughly the size of a pear when empty with a capacity somewhere between 400 and 500ml when full. It receives urine from the […]
4 Golden Tips For Testicular Health
There are a few things you can do to keep your testicles safe and in great shape. Let’s take a look! As with any other part of your body, your testicles are susceptible to injury, disease and a wide range of conditions. And as with your prostate, bladder and kidneys, being in tune with your […]
What are the Different Types of Prostate Surgery?
Prostate surgery is a very effective treatment for a number of conditions. Here we take a look at prostatectomy, TURP, HoLEP and more. Prostate surgery is a very effective treatment for a number of conditions, the two most common being prostate cancer and benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH – also known as an enlarged prostate). In […]
An Overview of Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infections)
Pyelonephritis can cause a host of issues with the rest of the body. Here is a look at the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of kidney infections. Urinary tract infections usually affect the bladder, however, if left untreated, bacteria can make its way to the kidney, causing an infection there. This is known as pyelonephritis, and […]
Interstitial Cystitis (Painful Bladder Syndrome): What You Need To Know
Interstitial cystitis – commonly referred to as painful bladder syndrome – is a urological chronic condition that causes pain and pressure in the bladder, and in some cases, severe pelvic pain. IC can be a tricky condition as it is long-term, the cause is unknown, and diagnosis can be difficult due to it having similar […]
