Through major medical advancements, lasers have become increasingly popular in treating urological conditions over the past few decades. Patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), bladder stones and kidney stones can benefit from laser-based treatments. The use of lasers in urology is not new, but research suggests lasers will become more routine to treat urological conditions […]
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How Red Meat Can Impact Urologic Health
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 […]
How To Improve Prostate Health With Diet And Exercise
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 […]
Bladder Stones And What You Need To Know
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 Surefire Tips To Improve 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 […]
All The Different Types of Prostate Surgery
Prostate surgery is a very effective treatment for many conditions. Here we take a look at prostatectomy, TURP, HoLEP and more. Prostate surgery is a very effective treatment for several conditions, the two most common being prostate cancer and benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH – also known as enlarged prostate). In the case of cancer, these […]
Learn The Early Warning Signs Of Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is among the most common cancers in both men and women. Here are 6 common early warning signs that you should be aware of to seek treatment early. Knowing how to read the common early warning signs of kidney cancer is very important to ensure you can seek treatment early. However, this isn’t […]
Interstitial Cystitis (Painful Bladder Syndrome) And 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. Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is a tricky condition. It’s long-term, the cause is unknown, and diagnosis can be difficult due to IC having similar symptoms to other […]
Peyronie’s Disease And What You Need To Know
Peyronie’s disease is a buildup of tissue in the penis, causing it to become curved when erect. It can be quite painful. Here’s what you need to know about the condition. Peyronie’s disease is a condition where scar tissue or fibrous lumps (plaque) build up in the tissue of the penis. This can result in […]
3 of the Most Common Prostate Conditions and their causes
The prostate can be quite a troublesome little organ. Let’s take a look at some common prostate conditions: prostate cancer, prostatitis, and BPH. The prostate can be quite a troublesome little organ. Though it may be small, prostate problems are prevalent, and all men are at risk of developing a condition or disease at any […]
Testicular Cancer And What You Need To Know
Testicular cancer is very treatable if it is detected early. Here is a look at 10 signs of testicular cancer you should know and a guide on how to perform a self-examination at home. Testicular cancer is a form of cancer that develops in a testicle, caused by abnormal cell growth in the testes. Usually, […]
Kidney Cancer and what you need to know
Here we take an overview of the kidneys’ anatomy and the different types, causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatments for kidney cancer. Kidney cancer develops when abnormal cells in the kidneys start to mutate and grow uncontrollably and more rapidly than normal cells. A mass of cancerous cells is called a malignant tumour, or more […]
