Men’s Health

The Truth About Erectile Dysfunction

July 22, 2015  |  Men's Health  

Dr. Koushik Shaw and the Austin Urology Institute team are used to tackling tough questions about men’s health. One issue that many men face and are embarrassed to talk about is erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is a sensitive subject, but nothing to be ashamed about. So don’t fret, men, Dr. Shaw is here to help […]

Dr. Shaw on Dudley & Bob, June 1

July 17, 2015  |  Men's Health  

Dr. Shaw made one of his regular visits to patients Dale Dudley and Bob Fonseca during the Dudley & Bob show on KLBJ-FM. Dr. Shaw and the guys discussed a variety of urologic topics, including kidney transplant, hysterectomy and numb penises. You can listen to the entire segment below! You don’t have to rely on the […]

What You Need to Know About Your Prostate

June 11, 2015  |  Men's Health  Prostate Cancer  

You are going to put your finger where? As a male you are getting older and the inevitable happens, you wind up at your doctors office with your pants down, asked to turn over and the doctor explains where his finger is going. You take a deep breath and let it happen, it is for […]

Does Austin Urology Institute treat men and women?

October 27, 2014  |  Men's Health  Women's Health  

AUI treats both men and women. In both patients, we treat for kidney stones, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, and other abnormalities of the kidney or urinary tract. Male patients are also seen for low testosterone, erectile dysfunction, prostate enlargement, and prostate cancer to name a few. We see female patients for urological issues such as […]

What does a urologist do?

October 24, 2014  |  Men's Health  Women's Health  

If you’ve noticed something unusual with your body and chosen to see a urologist, or been referred to an Austin urologist by another doctor, you may not know what to expect or what a urologist actually treats. A urologist is a specialist who deals with problems of the urinary system which includes the kidneys, ureters, […]

Common Vasectomy Questions and Concerns

October 6, 2014  |  Men's Health  Vasectomy  

Despite being a fairly common and simple procedure, there’s a lot of misinformation about vasectomies floating around. If you’re fuzzy on the details, this Q&A clears up some common misconceptions. If I get a vasectomy now can it be reversed? A vasectomy may technically be reversed, however the success rate of a reversal is about […]

Protect Yourself with Health Screenings

September 11, 2014  |  Men's Health  

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is doing a wonderful job of raising awareness about the need for regular prostate cancer screenings, but it’s important to maintain year-round vigilance for all of the different health risks posed by age. This chart provides a holistic look at all of the things men need to look out for at […]

Can Varicoceles contribute to Low Testosterone?

August 11, 2014  |  Men's Health  

At the Austin Urology Institute, we have treated varicoceles, or abnormal dilated veins around the testicle, for several reasons.  These include a large varicocele that causes progressive pain as the day goes on, as well as a large varicocele causing infertility, or high numbers of abnormal sperm.  However, recently, there has been some interest in […]

AUA Annual Meeting Recap

June 19, 2014  |  Men's Health  Women's Health  

What is the American Urological Association meeting all about? The American Urological Association (AUA) held its annual meeting recently in Orlando, FL. It was a great opportunity to hear speakers from around the country (and even other countries) discuss the standard guidelines, changes, and new research in the urology field. This is done through lectures, […]

Why is my urine the color of Fanta?

June 16, 2014  |  Men's Health  Women's Health  

  We have all been there. You stand up and look right before you flush and you ask yourself, is that normal? Before you diagnose yourself, here are some of the most common colors of urine that stir questions. Urine that is orange may be discolored due to the foods you are eating or certain […]

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