Nocturia is a common condition where people wake at night to pass urine. This can be due to lower urinary tract problems or due to excessive urine production at night (nocturnal polyuria). Healthy bodies are biologically programmed to produce less urine at night to minimise the interruption of sleep. Many people may find that they […]
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What is Male Infertility?
Male infertility refers to a males inability to reproduce and is a result of many factors, including lifestyle choices, chronic disease, illnesses, genetics and other conditions. Male infertility accounts for 40% – 50% of infertility in couples and affects approximately 7% of all men. Fertility Factors Male fertility is a complex process that begins in […]
What is Horseshoe Kidney?
Horseshoe kidney, also known as renal fusion, is a rare congenital condition in which a baby’s kidneys fuse together in a horseshoe-shape while developing in the womb. The disorder is rare, affecting around one in 600 people, however, it is more commonly found in males. Horseshoe kidney disorder is relatively benign and in most cases […]
What Are the Signs of Acute Kidney Failure
Acute Kidney Failure also known as Acute Renal Failure, is a serious condition in which the kidneys become unable to function to their full capacity. The kidneys are vital to the body’s health and have a range of functions including cleaning the blood, including forming urine, producing hormones and regulating important minerals such as potassium […]
When is it Time to Visit a Urologist?
The urinary system includes the urinary tract and related organs such as the bladder, kidneys, ureter, urethra and parts of the reproductive system. Urological functions are central to our health and affect the way we urinate, process nutrients and reproduce, however, they’re not something that is always at the forefront of our minds. Urological conditions […]
What Is Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
You have likely heard of benign prostatic hypertrophy – an enlarged prostate. But what about benign prostatic hypertrophy? In fact, it is exactly 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 […]
