Urologists, who often diagnose prostate cancer, have many types of treatments they can offer to their patients. Every treatment has certain side effects, so each man and his doctor will discuss the balance between each treatment’s benefits and potential side effects. Let’s talk about some of the most common side effects of prostate cancer treatment,
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Can Peyronie’s Disease Treatment Cure Erectile Dysfunction?
Peyronie’s disease (PD) is a benign condition that occurs when scar tissue builds up within the shaft of the penis. Peyronie’s disease and erectile dysfunction (ED) are two closely related conditions, in that the former is essentially one of the most common underlying causes of the latter. Aside from ED, Peyronie’s disease can also cause
Read MoreShould I See a Urologist or an Endocrinologist for Low Testosterone?
Low testosterone, also known as low-T or male hypogonadism, is a condition in which the testicles (gonads) are unable to produce enough of the testosterone hormone. Testosterone is responsible for various crucial bodily functions, such as promoting bone growth and strength, regulating sex drive (libido), and controlling sperm production. Low testosterone can occur at any
Read MoreWhat Is a Urological Surgeon, and What Do They Treat?
If you’re experiencing lower abdominal pain, decreased sexual desire, blood in your urine or semen, difficulty urinating or, after running some tests, your primary care doctor has detected a testicular mass, they will likely refer you to a urological surgeon. You may be inclined to search for answers as to what it is that a
Read MoreTreating Post-Vasectomy Pain
Vasectomy is a male sterilization procedure that involves cutting or clamping the tubes that carry sperm (vas deferens) to prevent it from traveling through and mixing with semen during ejaculation. The procedure is deemed the most effective permanent method of male contraception, with a success rate of close to 95 percent. Nonetheless, even with this
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