July 31, 2021 | Low Testosterone Men's Health
Testosterone got a bad reputation somewhere at some point. It got bullied. Research and the FDA went back and forth about treating low testosterone levels and the risks versus benefits of testosterone. Today, we have more information and know that testosterone likely has more benefits than risks. Treatment has increased tenfold over the last two […]
July 29, 2021 | Kidney Stones
It’s that time of year again: Summer. And it’s hot! Temperatures will climb into the 100s with the summer heat blasting us for a few long months. This is peak kidney stone prevention time. It is estimated that about one in ten people will have a kidney stone at some time in their lives. The […]
July 23, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
As a man ages, his prostate may become larger: a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). When the enlargement causes pressure on the urethra, it causes a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms that are disruptive to life like urinary frequency, urgency, dribbling and getting up frequently at night. Fortunately, there have been multiple recent […]
July 21, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Men's Health
The Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) is a procedure for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that uses a laser to remove tissue that is blocking urine flow through the prostate. A separate instrument is then used to cut the prostate tissue into easily removable fragments. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common medical condition. […]
July 19, 2021 | Men's Health
More than 42 million men in the United States alone have Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). If left untreated, not only does it impact quality of life with symptoms such as frequent daytime urination, getting up at night frequently to urinate, a weak or slow stream, the feeling of not emptying the bladder completely, an urgent […]
July 17, 2021 | Low Testosterone Men's Health
Testosterone is a big deal. Low testosterone impacts quality of life dramatically. Men with low testosterone can experience low libido, fatigue, loss of energy, depression, mood changes, erectile dysfunction, infertility, difficulty with weight loss, decrease in muscle mass, lack of motivation, decrease in mental clarity and sleep disturbances, poor bone and cardiovascular health. As men […]
July 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Summer is here and staying well-hydrated is a priority during these hot months. Water is essential to the healthy functioning of the body. Almost all of the body’s major systems depend on water to function and survive. Water makes up 60% of the body’s total weight and 90% of the brain’s weight. It is recommended […]
July 13, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Men's Health
Let’s break down the two newer, but well-studied treatment options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Urolift and Rezum. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common medical condition that affects about 40 million men in the United States. The prostate is a small gland located below the neck of the bladder. The urethra runs through the center […]
July 11, 2021 | Kidney Stones
It is estimated that about 1 in 10 people will have a kidney stone at some point in their lives. The risk of kidney stones is 11% in men and 9% in women. Diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity may increase the risk for kidney stones. In 2009, there were 1.3 million […]
July 9, 2021 | Low Testosterone The/Age
Testosterone levels in men tend to decline slowly with age. Levels typically decrease 1-2% each year beginning at the age of 40. However, testosterone may drop quickly due to medical illnesses such as stroke, trauma, diabetes, liver disease, kidney disease, obesity, heart attacks or certain medications. Studies suggest that men over 50 years of age […]
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