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Semaglutide for Weight Loss

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 […]

Pelvic Floor Tension and Urinary Symptoms

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 […]

Peyronie’s Disease Treatment Options

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. […]

Your Bladder Health Matters

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 […]

The Stones: Great for Music, Bad for Kidneys

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 […]

Enclomiphene vs. Clomiphene for Low Testosterone

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 […]

Can Porn Cause ED?

January 8, 2024  |  Erectile Dysfunction  

In today’s digitally connected world, explicit content accessibility has sparked discussions about its influence on men’s sexual health, particularly erectile dysfunction (ED). Understanding this connection is vital for men’s well-being. Many young men find themselves asking the internet, or their doctors, “can porn cause ED?”  Prevalence of Pornography Use Recent studies highlight widespread pornography consumption, […]

Is Edging Bad for You?

January 4, 2024  |  Erectile Dysfunction  

Edging and Erectile Dysfunction: Is There a Correlation? Hey everyone, this is Alex NP with Austin Urology Institute and I’ve had lots of questions come up in my appointments about edging and if it’s a “bad” or “good” thing to practice doing.  In sexual exploration and intimacy, various techniques and practices aim to enhance pleasure […]

Reasons Not to Get a Vasectomy

December 26, 2023  |  Vasectomy  

Vasectomies: What Are Reasons Not to Get a Vasectomy? Vasectomy is a widely accepted and effective method of permanent contraception for men, yet it is crucial to consider various factors before making such a significant decision. While it is a straightforward procedure with a high success rate, there are compelling reasons to carefully weigh the […]

Vasectomy and Libido: 5 Fast Facts

December 20, 2023  |  Uncategorized  

Vasectomy, often considered for birth control, is surrounded by various myths and concerns, particularly regarding its impact on a man’s sex drive. It’s essential to dispel these myths and provide factual information. In this blog, we’ll explore five key facts about how sex after vasectomy can actually be better, and how vasectomies don’t affect a […]

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