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Is benign prostatic hyperplasia more likely to occur as I age?
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The prostate is a gland that sits right at the base of the urethra, where the urine comes out. Interestingly, it is one of the few parts of the body that continues to grow over the entire life span. This, unfortunately, means that most men, as they age into their 50s and 60s, will begin […] Read More
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Is weak urine flow a sign of a urinary tract infection?
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Unfortunately, the answer depends on if you are a man or a woman. In men, a weak urine flow is usually a sign of an enlarged prostate (also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH for short). Symptoms such as starting and stopping are very typical for BPH. This could also be a cause of […] Read More
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Do spicy foods aggravate interstitial cystitis?
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Interstitial cystitis is a difficult medical condition in which patients experience many of the same symptoms as a urinary tract infection (cramping, urinary frequency, and urgency, burning with urination) but without any actual evidence of an infection. For many patients with interstitial cystitis, certain types of foods tend to make the symptoms worse. The foods […] Read More
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What causes blood to appear in urine?
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Blood in the urine can be a sign of an underlying disease, or it can be something that happens briefly and then goes away. A primary care physician or a urologist can help to determine if the blood in the urine is an indicator of disease or not. There are many causes of blood in […] Read More
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What is a prostate abscess?
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A prostate abscess is a serious medical condition.  Bacterial prostatitis is a condition where bacteria infect the prostate. The prostate, as you know, is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. Unfortunately, the prostate is not easily accessible or viewable as it is located in the pelvis. The best way to assess […] Read More
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How long does it take to pass a kidney stone?
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Kidney stones can be very painful and can take some time to pass. While there are some tips that help to let your doctor know whether you are able to pass the stone by yourself or if you will need some help (i.e., is the stone too large to be able to pass), the actual […] Read More
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What are kidney stones?
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Kidney stones are small masses that are made up of very small crystals. When the urine that is being filtered through the kidneys contains too much of a certain type of crystal, the crystals may start to join together and come out of solution, forming tiny stones. This process may take several weeks to months […] Read More
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I don’t get a full erection – why?
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This is definitely a problem that you should talk with your doctor about. Most of the time, trouble with sexual function is treated by your primary care doctor, although some cases may be referred to a urologist as needed. There are many things that could cause trouble to achieve a firm or sustained erection. Your […] Read More
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Why am I having painful erections?
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Prolonged, painful erection is also known as priapism. It can often last more than 4 hours and is not associated with sexual activity and is not relieved by orgasm. An erection occurs because the blood flows into the penis and becomes flaccid when the blood is drained. Priapism occurs when the blood flows into the […] Read More
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Why has my penis changed shape?
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There are occasionally minor irregularities in the shape of the penis that can develop over time. This is not generally a problem. However, if the curved area becomes more prominent, or if you notice any pain or discomfort with an erection or with sexual intercourse at the area of the curve, then this could be […] Read More

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