As a lot of men get older, their prostate gland can become enlarged, a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. Check out some of our diet tips to assist in treating an enlarged prostate. In our previous blog post, we had a look at some great diet tips for kidney health. This week, we […]
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Smoking and its link to 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 […]
Prostate Screenings And What You Need To Know
A number of health conditions can cause urinary retention. Some conditions are minor, and some are more serious. Read on to find out more. Starting at age 50, all men should discuss undergoing a prostate cancer screening with their doctor. While the idea of getting a prostate exam doesn’t sound like too much fun, it […]
Testicle Pain And What It Means
If you have any lingering pain or are in any doubt about the health of your testes, do not hesitate to make an appointment with a urology specialist, but for the time being, let’s take a look at some of the more common culprits when it comes to testicular pain. It goes without saying, testicle […]
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy And What You Need To Know
You have likely heard of benign prostatic hypertrophy – an enlarged prostate. But what about benign prostatic hypertrophy? In fact, it is the same thing. What Is The Prostate? The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system. Its main role is to produce the fluid that carries and protects sperm. It is […]
