Enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that affects many men as they age. The prostate gland enlarges and can cause urinary problems, such as difficulty urinating or a weak stream of urine. There are several potential causes of an enlarged prostate, the most common of which is hormonal changes that take
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Important Considerations Before Getting a Vasectomy
Opting for permanent birth control is not always an easy decision to make, even if you do not want to have children in the future. However, having a vasectomy is much quicker, cheaper, and less painful for a man than tubal ligation is for a woman. A vasectomy prevents your sperm from entering the seminal
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Ignore Prostate Cancer
If you’ve been told you have prostate cancer, you’re probably getting a lot of different options and opinions from various sources. You may even be told that most men get prostate cancer at some point, and it’s slow-growing, so you should “just ignore it.” Even though most men eventually do get a slow-growing type of
Read More4 Early Warning Signs for Kidney Problems
Millions of Americans live with kidney problems without having the faintest idea about it. You may not feel any sign until your disease is advanced, and this is why kidney problems are often known as “silent killers.” It is important to catch the early signs of kidney disease to prevent permanent damage to your kidneys.
Read MoreSurprising Reasons To See A Urological Surgeon
It may be tempting to ignore problems related to men’s health or the urinary tract and hope they’ll go away on their own. The reality, is there is nothing embarrassing about talking to a professional about them, and health conditions rarely go away without treatment and/or lifestyle changes. Early detection is crucial when it comes
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