Cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove either part or all of the bladder, usually to treat bladder cancer. Let’s take a look at some specifics about the surgery. The bladder is a muscular sac in the pelvis, about the size of a pear when empty with a capacity somewhere between 400 and 600ml when […]
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Guarding Your Well-Being: 5 Simple Strategies to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections
Preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) is important, especially for women, as they are more prone to this condition. Fortunately, there are simple ways to avoid UTIs. Here are 5 effective methods to prevent UTIs. If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection, you’ll know how uncomfortable they can be – the constant urgent need to […]
Decoding the Health Risks of Red Meat on Adrenal Function
Eating large amounts of red meat can be detrimental to your well-being in many ways. Here is how eating red meat affects urologic health specifically. There are many things you can do to help maintain your urologic health. Drinking plenty of water is key, as well as eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and practising good […]
Make a Resolution to Ditch the Smoking and Boost Your Urological Health in 2024
New year, new you? Start with your unseen hero: your urological health As the New Year unfolds, resolutions often lean towards fitness and general well-being, which for many of us – is the perfect time to give up smoking. Have you considered the hidden hero beneath all that: your urinary tract? It’s high time we […]
New Year, New Prostate: A Guide to Healthier Living in 2024 for a Happy and Active Prostate
A balanced diet and doing plenty of exercises have been shown to reduce the risk of prostate conditions like prostatitis and prostate enlargement. The prostate is a walnut-sized gland forming part of the male reproductive system. Its main purpose is to secrete fluid that carries sperm and semen. The prostate is located in the lower abdomen, near […]
