June 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Testosterone is the dominant hormone in men, accounting for libido, fertility, sexual development in adolescents, bone density maintenance, and muscle maintenance. It also plays a role in erectile function, among many other roles. It seems that since the beginning of time, there has been a multitude of potions, elixirs, and snake oils claiming to function as […]
June 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
In a recent blog posted by The Beet, Dr. Shaw offered some insight into veganism and kidney stones. Urine naturally contains minerals and salts. When the urine is concentrated with these compounds it can cause hard stones to form in the kidneys (hence the name kidney stones). Once the kidney stones begin to move into the […]
June 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Does Travel Effect Your Urinary System? Whether you’re hitting the road for work or some much-needed R and R, traveling can impact your urinary tract in a variety of ways. Travel can put a lot of stress on the body. If you’re flying, you may be up at odd hours, eating snack or junk foods, […]
June 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
Urolift VS. iTIND Not more than 10 years ago, men suffering with BPH or enlarged prostate would have two main choices: 1) take a pill consistently for the rest of your life (Flomax, Uroxatral, Tamsulosin, Alfuzosin, Proscar, or Finasteride). The pills can have side effects ranging from low blood pressure, fatigue, dizziness, nasal congestion, exacerbation […]
June 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
What is testosterone? You may think of testosterone as a hormone exclusive to males, but women make this hormone too. It is just one of many sex hormones that women produce, along with estrogen and progesterone. Levels of testosterone in your body gradually reduce as you become older, with many women not even noticing. Others […]
June 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Know Your Health, Know Yourself How often do you get checkups? It can be difficult as a man to find time to go to the doctor, especially when we are experiencing issues related to urological health, prostate health, and sexual health. African American men are genetically predisposed to and are at higher risk than others […]
June 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Meat is as American as Apple Pie and Baseball, but, in large amounts, it can be bad for your gut and prostate health. An analysis of 31 studies showed that a plant-based diet can be beneficial for men at risk for or diagnosed with prostate cancer. Plant-Based: A Good Enlarged Prostate Diet? According to Dr. […]
May 31, 2022 | Erectile Dysfunction
Several non-pharmaceutical methods may help increase blood flow to the penis naturally. You can try these alone or in conjunction with medication. Here are some of our favorite natural methods to increase blood flow to the penis. Having a Great Diet What you eat can have an overall effect on your performance in the bedroom. […]
May 30, 2022 | Bladder
What does Vitamin D do for my bladder health? Bladder health and Vitamin D, what is the connection? Vitamin D synthesis begins when a chemical in our skin is converted by sunlight into pre-vitamin D3. Additionally, vitamin D is found largely in our diets: in fatty fish, milk products, and fortified cereals. This vitamin in […]
May 28, 2022 | Austin Urology
For some of the best sights, sounds, and scenery in the Central Texas area, few places beat Dripping Springs. Close enough to the city for easy downtown dinner and drinks, but just far enough away from the hustle and bustle. Dripping Springs is also now home to a satellite location of one of the best […]
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