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| Bedwetting |
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| When a child empties the urinary bladder at an inappropriate time and place it is calle incontinence. When incontinence. happens at night while asleep it is called enuresis (or bedwetting)... |
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| Bladder Cancer |
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| Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer. In recent decades there has been a steady increase in the incidence of bladder cancer. However, doctors are making progress in treatment... |
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| Bladder Control Problems |
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| Millions of people experience bladder control problems (BCP) and unfortunately many of these people feel like it is simply a part of getting older. The good news is that you are not alone. This is a medical problem... |
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| Blood in the Urine |
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| There are many reasons why a person can have blood in their urine. This condition, known as hematuria, can be an indication of a serious problem or conversely, have no negative connotation.... |
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| BPH: Management |
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| Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common urological condition caused by the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland as men get older. As the prostate enlarges,... |
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| BPH |
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| Throughout a man's life, his prostate may become larger and start to cause problems as he ages. But what are some of those problems? How do I know if I have BPH? When should I see a doctor? What kinds of tests... |
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| Circumcision |
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| The American Urological Association (AUA) believes that circumcision, removal of the foreskin of the penis, performed on a newborn (neonatal) has potential medical benefits and advantages as well as ... |
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| Cystoscopy |
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| Cystoscopy, or cystourethroscopy, is a procedure that enables a urologist to view the inside of the bladder and urethra in great detail. It is commonly used to diagnose bladder tumors, identify obstruction... |
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| Erectile Dysfunction |
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| Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a medical term that describes the inability to achieve and or maintain an erect penis adequate for sexual function. This condition is one of the most common sexual problems... |
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| Interstitial Cystitis |
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| Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic bladder condition. Its symptoms are pain, pressure, or discomfort that seems to be coming from the bladder and is associated with urinary frequency and/or an urge to urinate... |
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| Kidney and Ureteric Stone |
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| Stone disease is among the most painful and prevalent urological disorders. More than a million kidney stone cases are diagnosed each year with an estimated 10 percent of Americans destined to ... |
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| Hydrocele and Hernia |
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| Hydroceles and inguinal (groin) hernias can create problems in males. But do they cause pain and dysfunction? When and how should they be treated? The following information should help you talk to... |
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| Male Infertility |
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| Infertility is a common yet complex problem affecting approximately 10 -15 % of couples attempting to conceive a baby. In up to one third of couples having difficulty getting pregnant, the problem... |
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| Kidney Cancer |
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| It is important to realize that with timely diagnosis and treatment, kidney cancer can be cured. If found early, the survival rate for patients with kidney cancer ranges from 79 to 100 percent. More than 100,000 survivors... |
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| Kidney (Renal) Failure |
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| Normally, your kidneys perform their job flawlessly. But sometimes, the kidneys lose their ability to filter fluids and waste, causing dangerous levels of these substances to accumulate in your body... |
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| Kidney (Renal) Transplantation |
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| Kidney transplantation is one of the most common and successful organ transplant procedures performed today. Thanks to decades of fine-tuning, renal transplantation has become a life-saving alternative... |
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| Neurogenic Bladder |
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| The normal function of the bladder is to store and empty urine in a coordinated, controlled fashion. This coordinated activity is regulated by a complex interaction of the ... |
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| Premature Ejaculation |
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| Premature ejaculation (PE), is also known as rapid ejaculation, premature climax, or early ejaculation. In the United States, PE affects about one in five men ages 18 to 59. Although the problem... |
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| Prostate Cancer |
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| Prostate Cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the United States and a significant health-care problem due to its high incidence. It is estimated that in the United States (U.S.), ... |
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| Peyronie Disease |
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| A man's penis is an important part of his identity as a man. It serves a critical role in urinary function. Its function as a sexual organ is also important; sexuality is a source of physical pleasure, emotional ... |
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| Penile Cancer |
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| Malignant tumors of the penis are thankfully rare in the United States. But would you know how to recognize this cancer? The following information should help you spot this tumor long before it becom... |
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| Prostatitis |
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| Prostatitis is a condition that involves inflammation of the prostate and sometimes the area around it. There are several types of prostatitis, each with a range of symptoms. Some men with the disease... |
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| Ureteropelvic Junction (UPJ) Obstruction |
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| The main job of the kidney is to filter the blood, remove waste products and deliver waste products (urine) through the ureter to the bladder. But what happens when the area where the ureter ... |
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| Urethral Stricture Disease |
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| The urethra is an important part of the urinary tract. While it’s primary job in both genders is to pass urine outside the body, this channel also has an important role in ejaculating semen from the... |
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| Urinary Tract Infections in Adults |
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| Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are responsible for more than 8.1 million visits to physicians' offices per year and about five percent of all visits to primary care physicians... |
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| Urinary Tract Infections in Children |
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| As many as 8 percent of girls and 2 percent of boys will develop a urinary tract infection. Furthermore, young children have a greater risk of kidney damage linked to urinary tract infection than... |
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| Vasectomy |
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| The decision to proceed with a vasectomy is a very personal one. So it is important that you have a clear understanding of what a vasectomy is and what it is not. The following will provide you with information ... |
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| Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) |
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| Urine normally flows in one direction down from the kidneys through tubes called ureters, to the bladder. But what happens when there is an abnormal flow of urine from the bladder back into the... |
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| Varicoceles |
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| The male reproductive tract is responsible for the production, maturation, and transport of sperm. This tract is a complex and highly integrated entity. Sperm produced in the testicles are ... |
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