Hernias occur because of muscle weakness, often in the abdominal region, and where the cavity wall is weak. These points of weakness are usually where there is a natural gap such as the passing area of a digestive tube or blood vessel, or as a result of scar tissue. Men commonly describe the sensation of […]
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How Often Should I Pee?
How many times a day do you pee? It’s probably not something you count, but it might come in handy to take notice if you find yourself visiting the bathroom a little more often than usual. People have different bodies and lifestyles, there’s no question about that, and there are many factors that come into […]
What Are Body Fluids Made Of?
The human body is a complex amalgamation of bones, flesh and tissue, but how often have you considered the fluids that make life possible? The body creates these fluids to meet our physical, emotional and metabolic needs. Knowing the composition of body fluids is important in medicine as learning to detect the presence of certain […]
How to Keep Your Urinary System Healthy
Ensuring that your urinary system is healthy is an important consideration, especially as you approach old age. By adopting the following three simple steps into your everyday life, you can help protect your bladder from common problems, including urinary tract infections, and involuntary urination. Stay Hydrated Water is the best fluid for a healthy bladder. […]
An Overview of Lithotripsy
Urological stones are quite common and in some cases they can be very painful. Thankfully there are number of effective treatment methods available. Lithotripsy is the act of breaking a stone and various methods exist. What Are Urological Stones? Urological stones are hard, solid crystals of various sizes formed from the minerals in urine. They […]
When To See Your Doctor For Kidney Pain
Do you experience kidney pain? How often and for how long? Kidney pain can be momentary or fleeting, mild or debilitating, but when is it actually necessary to visit a doctor and inquire about your symptoms? Before you start stressing, there are a few things you should consider when trying to identify the severity of […]
What is Nocturia
Nocturia is a common condition where people wake at night to pass urine. This can be due to lower urinary tract problems or due to excessive urine production at night (nocturnal polyuria). Healthy bodies are biologically programmed to produce less urine at night to minimise the interruption of sleep. Many people may find that they […]
Common Problems of the Urethra
The urethra is the passageway that transports urine (and semen in men) from the bladder to the outside world. In women, is it a short tube, just a few centimetres long, located just above the vagina, whereas in men it is longer, around 20 cm, runs through the penis. Due to its location, the urethra […]
5 Common Urology Tests
Going to a Urologist can be a daunting experience and a lot of people tend to get nervous on their first visit. But despite this, you shouldn’t feel too uneasy, as a lot of urological procedures aren’t that different to those performed by a normal physician. Urologists treat conditions of the urinary tract, but first, […]
The Benefits of Robotic Surgery In Urology
Surgical technology is constantly advancing, resulting in better outcomes for patients, less pain, shorter stays in hospital and quicker recovery. And one of the most important developments in recent years is the advancement of robotic surgery technology. What Is Robotic Surgery? Robotic surgery is a surgical method performed by using small tools that are attached […]
What is Male Infertility?
Male infertility refers to a males inability to reproduce and is a result of many factors, including lifestyle choices, chronic disease, illnesses, genetics and other conditions. Male infertility accounts for 40% – 50% of infertility in couples and affects approximately 7% of all men. Fertility Factors Male fertility is a complex process that begins in […]
What is Horseshoe Kidney?
Horseshoe kidney, also known as renal fusion, is a rare congenital condition in which a baby’s kidneys fuse together in a horseshoe-shape while developing in the womb. The disorder is rare, affecting around one in 600 people, however, it is more commonly found in males. Horseshoe kidney disorder is relatively benign and in most cases […]
