March 10, 2021 | Austin Urology Men's Health Uncategorized Women's Health
This week includes International Women’s Day on March 8th! So how do women fit into the urology specialty? Most think of urology as specific to men and men’s health. However, urology plays a big part in the health of all women, as well. Urologists aren’t just for men! And men aren’t just urologists. Many urology […]
March 8, 2021 | Austin Urology Low Testosterone Make/Well Men's Health Nutrition The/Age Uncategorized
In what is called the largest study on testosterone treatment ever carried out, scientists found that regular injections of testosterone appeared to lower the risk of developing Type II diabetes, prevent its progression, and even reverses early Type II diabetes. Around 1/3 of men who have Type II diabetes also have hypogonadism, meaning the body […]
March 2, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Make/Well Men's Health Prostate Cancer Testicular Cancer Uncategorized
When focusing on our health, most of us know that looking at what we eat is crucial. When discussing prostate cancer risk reduction through diet, there are a some simple guidelines to follow that will leave your body better suited to fight the development of the cancer, that we discussed here. However, there are two […]
February 28, 2021 | Make/Well Men's Health Prostate Cancer Testicular Cancer
Differences in diet and lifestyle may account for the variability of prostate cancer rates. Additionally, correct nutrition may reduce the incidence of prostate cancer and help reduce the risk of prostate cancer progression. An important point to note: it is estimated that one third of cancer deaths in the United States can be attributed to […]
February 25, 2021 | Austin Urology Make/Well Men's Health Nutrition Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility) The/Age Women's Health
The science is clear. Those who eat a balanced and healthy diet have lower chances of obesity and certain comorbidities like heart disease, type II diabetes, and cancers. Different medical conditions also call for the addition or avoidance of certain foods within specific diets. When it comes to a wide variety of urological issues such […]
February 10, 2021 | Austin Urology Bladder Kidney Health Kidney Stones Men's Health Women's Health
Kidney stones. The name alone is enough to leave some people shuttering. While some kidney stones are as small as a grain of sand and pass through the ureter without us even knowing, some can leave you with a sharp pain in your back, side, lower abdomen, or groin, and chances are the task of […]
January 28, 2021 | Low Testosterone Men's Health Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility) The/Age
It’s true. The phrase, “you are what you eat,” was actually good advice that we’ve all been told at some point. It turns out that what you put in your mouth affects more than weight and overall health– it also influences testosterone production. And testosterone plays a huge role in your quality of life […]
September 28, 2020 | Low Testosterone Men's Health
Austin Urology Institute is proud to debut the newest therapy for hypogonadism and low testosterone (often referred to as low t), Jatenzo. Jatenzo is an innovative new therapy for those suffering from signs and symptoms of low t. Historically, oral delivery of testosterone was associated with liver related issues and toxicity. Thus, testosterone has been […]
March 11, 2020 | Men's Health
Our founder, urologist Dr. Koushik Shaw, was recently featured in three articles on AskMen to enlighten readers on some of the mysteries of the male reproductive process. What Is Whiskey Dick? Here, Dr. Shaw explains how alcohol can hinder sexual performance (leading to erectile dysfunction, among other drawbacks), even as it enhances confidence. How to […]
March 7, 2020 | Austin Urology Bladder Enlarged Prostate Incontinence Men's Health Women's Health
Overactive bladder is more common than you think. But sometimes, it’s hard to tell on your own whether it’s an actual condition you have or something extraneous. Some of the symptoms of overactive bladder include the following: – Do you pee more frequently than you would often like? – Do you experience sudden urges to […]
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