Keeping your kidneys in shape is vital for reducing the risk of chronic disease. Check out some of our top tips for keeping your kidney healthy. For the most part, when we try to keep healthy, we have an “overall” outlook on maintaining our physical wellbeing, rather than looking at different parts of the body […]
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Overactive Bladder and 5 Treatment Options
While we touched on treatment options, it is worth shedding more light on the various treatment options available to those who suffer from OAB. Find out more below. A little while back, we explored overactive bladder (OAD), a condition that affects between 30-40% of men and women at some point in their lives. Today, we […]
What You Need To Know About Priapism
But why does Priapism occur, how can it be treated, and how do you prevent it from happening to you? Read on to find out. Priapism is a relatively rare condition involving an erection that lasts for an unusually long time which can usually be quite painful and unrelated to sexual stimulus. Immediate treatment is […]
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 […]
Urinary Retention And What You Need To Know
A number of health conditions can make it hard for you to pee or even keep you from peeing at all. Some conditions are minor, and some are more serious. Read on to find out more about urinary retention. For most people, going to the toilet is probably one of their most thoughtless daily activities. […]
Calcium Blood Tests And What You Need To Know
Your health care provider may require that you have a calcium blood test as part of your regular check-up or to help diagnose a specific condition. Read on to find out more about calcium blood tests and whether you may need to have one. Calcium is one of the most important minerals in your body. […]
Neurogenic Bladder | Symptoms, Causes And Treatment
Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction has many causes, but most are due to damage of the brain, spinal cord or nerves surrounding the bladder. If you have any of the symptoms below, be sure to book an appointment with a urology specialist. Neurogenic bladder dysfunction is a condition caused by brain, spine or nerve problems. People who […]
Trusted urological care with Dr Arianayagam
When it comes to your urological health, having a trusted medical professional that you feel comfortable with is extremely important. Dr Arianayagam is a highly regarded urologic oncologist working in Sydney. Continue reading to learning more about Dr Arianayagam. After completing urology training in NSW, further training in Urologic Oncology was undertaken at the University […]
Preparing for your first urologist appointment
A urologist is a specialist that treats conditions relating to the urinary tracts of male and females, as well as the male reproductive organs. While urological health isn’t something we think about too often, it is not unlikely that you will have to make an appointment with a urologist at some point in your life. […]
Are you considering robotic surgery? Here’s what you need to know
When it comes to undergoing any medical procedure, less pain, shorter stays in hospital and a quicker recovery is always greatly valued. And with the development and advancement of robotic surgery technology, urological procedures are becoming as quick and easy and effective as possible. So, what is robotic technology, and why would you consider it […]
Keeping your urinary system in tip-top shape
While it is not something you think about all the time, it is always important to maintain a healthy urinary system. There are a few simple things that you can do to help protect your bladder. Check them out below. Drink plenty of water Water is a key contributor to a healthy bladder. There are […]
Chronic testicular pain: What are the causes?
Testicular pain is relatively common; however, when it becomes severe and long-lasting, there may be some cause for concern. This type of testicular pain is called orchialgia. So what are some of the different causes of orchialgia and what can your urologist do to help? What is orchialgia? Orchialgia is chronic testicular pain and is […]
