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Best kidney cancer treatment options in Austin

August 10, 2014  |  Kidney Cancer  

Depending upon the stage of cancer, kidney cancer is very treatable. Options for treatment vary depending upon the stage and size of the tumors. In Austin and surrounding areas such as Georgetown, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Bastrop and San Marcos the Austin Urology Institute is nearby. At the Austin Urology Institute Dr.Shaw has the experience to […]

What is testosterone?

August 8, 2014  |  Low Testosterone  

Testosterone is a steroid hormone. Mostly the testicles produce testosterone, and a small amount is produced by the adrenal glands. The testicles receive a signal from hormones in the pituitary gland (in your brain) that tell them to either start or stop testosterone production. Testosterone is used in the medical world to regulate many functions […]

How does prostate cancer spread?

August 6, 2014  |  Prostate Cancer  

Prostate cancer spreads (metastasizes) when the cancer cells have migrated away from the prostate. It can spread through the lymph nodes and/or bloodstream. Metastasis of prostate cancer typically occurs in the bone, brain, lungs, and liver. When does it spread to the bones? Prostate cancer will spread to the bones only when it is not […]

Who does erectile dysfunction affect?

July 21, 2014  |  Erectile Dysfunction  

While erectile dysfunction can affect 50% of men over the age of 40, men of any age or background can experience difficulty with erections. Most common risk factors include: Age over 50 Obesity Sleep apnea Diabetes High blood pressure High cholesterol Smoking Cardiovascular disease Low testosterone Anxiety Please call to schedule an appointment for preventative/follow-up […]

Does a vasectomy lower testosterone?

July 17, 2014  |  Low Testosterone  Vasectomy  

A vasectomy will not lower testosterone. The only function of a vasectomy is to disrupt sperm production. The testicles produce both sperm and testosterone. While the sperm travels through the vas deferens, the testosterone is actually absorbed into the bloodstream.

What do testosterone supplements do?

July 15, 2014  |  Low Testosterone  

There are two types of testosterone supplements: 1). exogenous testosterone, which includes topical creams/gels, injections, pellets, etc. 2). FSH and LH agonists that promote your body’s own production of testosterone. Both types of medications raise testosterone in your blood, which provides you with more energy, increased libido. Please call to schedule an appointment for preventative/follow-up […]

Leading the Way in Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery

July 7, 2014  |  Prostate Cancer  

Doctors have made leaps and bounds lately in their understanding and treatment of prostate cancer, and this month Austin-based urologist Dr. Koushik Shaw was among the first doctors in the world to take another leap when he performed a robotic, laparoscopic prostatectomy on a patient using the state of the art DaVinci XI machine. Robotic […]

Dr. Shaw Featured on Good Call Blog

June 26, 2014  |  Uncategorized  

Dr. Koushik Shaw talks about his decision to start the Austin Urology Institute in this recent post on Hastings Humans‘ The Good Call Blog. Here’s a snippet from the article: “Unlike large group practices that are run similar to chain restaurants – one standardized product every patient receives – Austin Urology Institute prides itself on […]

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, […]

Things are not working how they used to down there (erectile dysfunction)

June 18, 2014  |  Erectile Dysfunction  

You are over the age of 40 and having a hard time getting an erection, it’s ok. This is common for 50% of men over 40. If you are under 40, treatment works the same way. There are different reasons behind why this happens. Erectile dysfunction can occur due to stress, anxiety, low testosterone, and […]

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