In recent years, the use of cannabis has risen across the country. Many states have legalized its use for recreational and medical purposes. This comes with some unique benefits, as well as some challenges. Studies have indicated that, with proper use, cannabis can provide various advantages. Consumers must also understand, however, that there are risks. […]
Kidney stones are not uncommon. Many adults require treatment for this condition at some point. But children? Could a solid piece of material formed from matter in the urine get trapped in a child’s kidney? Yes, it could. Here, we discuss details about kidney stones and what parents need to know about pediatric urology as […]
There are several areas of the male reproductive and urinary systems that may need specific care at some point. We usually hear about conditions such as erectile dysfunction or enlarged prostate, but there are other ways in which a man’s health may be affected. Here, we discuss the issue of a hydrocele, what it is, […]
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re getting a head start. It is important that men and those who love them understand the details of this common disease. Here, we discuss a few. May it increase your knowledge about prostate cancer and also prompt you to consider whether now is a good time to […]
Prostatitis is a common condition that affects millions of men. The condition is defined as inflammation of the prostate gland. This small gland sits just below the bladder and is responsible for producing semen. In some cases, men develop prostatitis without symptoms but this isn’t always the case. Prostatitis may gradually progress or come on […]
Millions of women are affected by urinary incontinence at some point in their lives. This problem seems to most commonly affect women over the age of 50. Research has discovered several interesting facts about urinary incontinence. Perhaps the most fascinating one is that most women who experience symptoms of this condition never see a doctor […]
Undergoing a vasectomy can be a life-changing decision. It is one that must be made with considerable forethought. Once a man decides that this procedure is the best method of birth control for himself and his partner, his questions may revolve more around what to expect than how the procedure will ultimately affect his life. […]
Erectile Dysfunction is a topic that most men wish to avoid. However, this is an important conversation to be had between partners, between men and their doctors, and in the media. When we do not address issues like erectile dysfunction straight-on, we leave room for misconceptions. Even today, common myths about erectile dysfunction keep many […]
We expect our various organs to perform well from day to day. For the most part, they do, though they may surprise us from time to time with unexplained symptoms. With age, many men come to realize that they may live with occasional difficulty keeping an erection or with slower urinary flow. Overall, the effects […]
Most women at some point get to have the experience of a urinary tract infection. This type of infection is commonly referred to as a UTI. According to statistics, approximately 10 million healthcare visits each year are attributed to this common problem. As much as UTIs may seem like just another annoying problem, there can […]
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