A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that sterilises a man, preventing him from fathering children. A vasectomy is one of the most effective methods of birth control, but how is the surgery performed, and what are its benefits? Read on to find out. What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy is a form of birth control […]
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The importance of treating urinary incontinence
Millions of men and women all over the world experience involuntary loss of urine called urinary incontinence. It can have a significant impact on people of all ages and from all walks of life. While the condition is extremely common, many who suffer from incontinence do not seek medical attention due to feelings of embarrassment […]
How can your diet prevent kidney stones?
Kidney stones are hard, solid crystals of various sizes formed from the salts in urine. They can cause pain and infection, and blockages that may result in kidney damage or failure and other complications in the urinary tract. If you have kidney stones, your diet can help prevent them. Check out our handy guide to the […]
What the colour of your urine could mean
While going to the toilet is a part of everyday life, we never really stop to think about how much it can tell us about our health. In particular, the colour of our urine can tell us a lot about what’s going on inside our bodies. The colour of your urine may change for many […]
What is Interstitial cystitis?
Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition causing bladder pressure, bladder pain and sometimes pelvic pain. The pain ranges from mild discomfort to severe pain and is included as part of a spectrum of diseases known as painful bladder syndrome. Interstitial cystitis, although not an extremely serious condition, can have an adverse effect on day-to-day activities […]
Urology and women’s heath
Sometimes, people are surprised to discover that in addition to treating the male reproductive system, urologists treat diseases and conditions in the kidneys, bladder, and urinary tract. As such, urology is relevant to both genders in all stages of life. While there tends to be a focus on men’s urological health, this blog post delves […]
How To Detect Testicular Cancer Early
But, what is testicular cancer, and what can you do to ensure you are aware of symptoms as quickly as possible? Read our guide to find out. While testicular cancer is a rare disease, affecting only about 1% of the male population, it can have devastating consequences if undetected. What is Testicular Cancer? Cancer that […]
What is Overactive Bladder?
Overactive bladder (OAB) is the name for a group of urinary symptoms with its most common symptom being a sudden, uncontrolled need or urge to urinate or the need to pass urine many times during the day and night. Between 30 and 40% of people will experience symptoms of an overactive bladder at some point […]
Prostate cancer: What you need to know
In Australia, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men, with approximately 3500 men dying each year and many thousands more being diagnosed. But what is prostate cancer, what are its symptoms, and how can you minimise the risk of developing prostate cancer yourself? Read on to find out. What is the prostate? […]
What is chemotherapy?
Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy parts of the body’s tissue or organs. There are more than one hundred forms of cancer which have varying effects on the body, with many being devastating and putting the body at extreme risk. There are many forms of treatments available to manage […]
Can shock wave therapy treat erectile dysfunction?
While occasional erectile dysfunction (ED) is not uncommon, when it starts to become an ongoing issue, men have every reason to want to stop it from happening. While there are a number of possible treatments available for those who suffer from ED, shock wave therapy has emerged as a promising solution. So, what is shockwave […]
