April 10, 2024 | Bladder
Millions of Americans struggle with an Overactive Bladder (OAB), many may not even be aware that the day-to-day complications they live with are symptoms of OAB. Luckily, medical technology continues to grow and another solution to OAB has made its way to Austin Urology Institute: Axonics Therapy. At Austin Urology Institute, we’re committed to providing […]
April 10, 2024 | Bladder
New Technology Allows for Relief from Chronic Urinary Retention Today, we’re shining a light on a transformative solution for chronic urinary retention – Axonics Therapy. At Austin Urology Institute, we’re dedicated to providing cutting-edge treatments for urological conditions, and Axonics Therapy offers hope and relief for individuals grappling with chronic urinary retention. What is Chronic […]
March 3, 2024 | Men's Health Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility)
Keep Tabs on Your Ticker: Men’s Heart Health In the realm of men’s health, certain issues like erectile dysfunction (ED), low testosterone (T), and fatigue can often be indicative of underlying conditions beyond just urological concerns. At the Austin Urology Institute, we understand the interconnected nature of these issues and the pivotal role they play […]
March 1, 2024 | Low Libido Low Testosterone Men's Health
Alcohol, Sleep, and Men’s Health: Insights from Personal Data Howdy everyone, it’s Alex Hughes, urology NP at the Austin Urology Institute. I’ve embarked on a journey of personal exploration, leveraging insights from my Apple Watch’s sleep monitor feature to unravel the complex relationship between alcohol consumption, sleep quality, and men’s health. What I’ve discovered sheds […]
February 23, 2024 | Diet & Nutrition Low Libido Low Testosterone Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility)
The Importance of Healthy Weight Loss At the Austin Urology Institute, our mission has always been to provide comprehensive care that addresses the diverse needs of our patients. Over the last five years, we’ve encountered a significant uptick in patients presenting with conditions such as erectile dysfunction (ED), fatigue, low testosterone (T), buried penis (hidden […]
February 19, 2024 | Bladder Women's Health
At our practice at the Austin Urology Institute, we have noticed a recurring pattern among a subset of patients: active adults under 50 experiencing severe urinary issues despite the absence of bacterial infections. This trend is not unique to our practice but reflects broader shifts in healthcare trends over the last decade. According to data […]
February 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Peyronie’s Disease Treatment Peyronie’s (pay-roe-NEE) disease is a condition in which fibrous scar tissue forms in the deeper tissues under the skin of the penis. This causes curved, painful erections. This can prevent you from having sex. Or it might make it hard to get or keep an erection, which also is called erectile dysfunction. […]
February 1, 2024 | Bladder Uncategorized
A New Weapon Against Bladder Cancer Are you undergoing BCG bladder instillation therapy? If you answered yes, there is an additional therapy that may help prevent recurrence of bladder tumors. Nearly three-fourths of patients diagnosed with high-risk bladder cancer will recur or progress within ten years. Even though most patients recover from bladder cancer, the vast […]
January 19, 2024 | Kidney Stones
(Not So) Fun Facts About Kidney Stones Kidney stones can affect just about anyone. There are many factors, both genetic and environmental, that can make a person more or less likely to develop kidney stones. The majority of kidney stones are calcium stones (80%), most of which are composed primarily of calcium oxalate or calcium […]
January 12, 2024 | Low Testosterone
Howdy from Austin Urology Institute, my name is Alex Hughes, Urology NP. Today, we’ll delve into the nuanced differences between two medications integral to managing testosterone levels and fertility: Enclomiphene and Clomiphene for low testosterone. Understanding the Medications Clomiphene, a blend of Enclomiphene and Zuclomiphene, stimulates testosterone production by triggering hormone release from the pituitary […]
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