June 7, 2024 | Incontinence
Welcome to our Incontinence Inside Scoop series! For our second deep dive into all things incontinence, we are going to take a look at urge incontinence. What is Urge Incontinence? Urge incontinence, also known as overactive bladder, is a sudden and intense need to urinate, often resulting in involuntary urine leakage before reaching a toilet. […]
June 4, 2024 | Incontinence
Welcome to our Incontinence Inside Scoop series! For our first deep dive into all things incontinence, we are going to take a look at stress incontinence. What is Stress Incontinence? Stress incontinence is a type of urinary incontinence characterized by the unintentional loss of urine during physical activities that increase abdominal pressure. This condition is […]
April 15, 2024 | Incontinence
Urinary incontinence affects millions of Americans and can be a real drag on -day-to-day activities. Many solutions exist, but today we’re focusing on one: Bulkamid. Bulkamid is a revolutionary product in the realm of urinary incontinence treatment, offered by Axonics. At Austin Urology Institute, we’re committed to providing comprehensive care for urological conditions, and Bulkamid […]
April 5, 2024 | Incontinence
Incontinence, Bladder, and Urinary Health Webinar Series Bladder issues, urinary tract issues, and stool incontinence affect millions of people around the world. Many people may not even be aware that they are suffering from any of these illnesses or conditions. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on a groundbreaking solution for stool incontinence – Axonics Therapy. […]
May 24, 2021 | Austin Urology Bladder Diet & Nutrition Enlarged Prostate Incontinence Make/Well Men's Health Nutrition
A condition known as BPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, occurs when the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects 70% of US men in their 60s and 80% of men over 70 years of age. What are the symptoms of BPH? Since the prostate surrounds the urethra just below the bladder, it can cause symptoms that […]
May 3, 2021 | Bladder Incontinence UTIs Women's Health
It’s Women’s Health Month! The American Urological Association and the Urology Care Foundation have challenged women to commit to making choices that are not only great for their overall health, but that are especially great for women’s urologic health! And men, just so you know, these challenges are not just for women! They apply to […]
May 1, 2021 | Bladder Incontinence Kidney Cancer Low Testosterone UTIs Women's Health
May is Women’s Health Month! So just how does women’s health and urology fit together? There are many different urologic conditions that can impact a woman’s health, as well as various other health conditions that affect women that can have an impact on their urologic health. Oftentimes, when a women’s gynecologist or primary care doctor […]
April 14, 2021 | Austin Urology Bladder Diet & Nutrition Erectile Dysfunction Incontinence Kidney Cancer Kidney Health Kidney Stones Low Testosterone Make/Well Men's Health Nutrition Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility) UTIs Women's Health
Dr. Shaw and his team at Austin Urology Institute take an integrative approach to urology by combining different aspects of care, including medication, hormone therapy, innovative new tools, nutritional guidance, and lifestyle factors. Expanding from our core Austin urology services makes treating those urological conditions more effective. Here is a Q&A with the Director of […]
March 23, 2021 | Austin Urology Erectile Dysfunction Incontinence Low Testosterone Make/Well Men's Health
There are numerous causes of ED – from underlying physical health issues to psychological ED. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, can be a major contributor to erectile dysfunction (ED). Studies show that at least 30% of men who have high blood pressure also experience ED. Blood pressure refers to the pressure needed to cause […]
March 19, 2021 | Bladder Incontinence Make/Well Men's Health Nutrition The/Age Women's Health
What is Overactive Bladder (OAB)? Overactive bladder causes both men and women to have the sudden and strong urge to urinate. In some cases, this can eventually lead to incontinence. What could cause it? Aging, an enlarged prostate, and diabetes are some of the commonly known risk factors for Overactive Bladder symptoms. Diet and lifestyle […]
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