Blog Posts from 2020
What To Expect For Your Vasectomy
If you’ve decided to stop having the ability to have children through a permanent form of birth control, you probably decided to have a vasectomy. A vasectomy is a permanent birth control method for men in which the travel of sperm to the urethra is blocked. In preparation for the procedure, you should know what…
When Should You See A Urologist For Fatigue?
Chronic fatigue can drain you of your strength and cause you to feel exhausted, physically and emotionally. It can hinder you from enjoying day-to-day activities or from engaging in your responsibilities. One of the best ways to address fatigue is by relaxing and getting enough sleep. If you have a stressful job or personal life,…
What Can Cause Difficulty Urinating?
If you are having trouble passing urine, it is in your best interest to have an evaluation by a urologist to determine its cause. Under normal circumstances, urine should pass without any issues. Difficulty urinating is actually a quite common problem, especially in men as they get older.
What Is Phalloplasty?
A phalloplasty is a highly complex plastic surgery procedure whereby a penis is created in several stages. Phalloplasty is designed for men who have been in a disfiguring accident or for women who want to transition into a man. In order to be eligible for a phalloplasty, you need to be at least 18 years…
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus – and How to Protect Yourself and Those You Love
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of…
Most Common Urologic Diseases
Your urinary system works to eliminate wastes from your body, regulate blood pressure, control red blood production, and keep bones healthy and strong. Keeping your kidneys, ureter, bladder, and urethra healthy is necessary to make it easier for them to perform their functions. However, infection and other underlying health problems can disrupt these processes and…
What Causes Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are hard salt and mineral deposits that form inside your kidneys. They usually form when urine becomes too concentrated with minerals, such as uric acid, oxalates, and calcium, and they harden to form stones. Some people with kidney stones are unaware that they have them. This is because kidney stones don’t always cause…
Importance of getting urology exams
As a man, once you reach a certain age, it is in your benefit to get an annual physical and other screenings. One exam that becomes increasingly important is a urology exam, which checks for diseases and conditions that affect the urinary tract, including the kidneys, adrenal glands, and the reproductive system, including the prostate,…
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