The prostate is a small gland — the size of a walnut — located between the bladder and the penis. Its main function is to produce seminal fluid to transport and nourish sperm. It is also responsible for regulating the flow of urine. As long as the prostate is functioning normally, you should not beRead More
What’s New in Prostate Cancer Treatment?
More and more men are surviving and leading healthy, productive lives after a prostate cancer diagnosis and successful treatment. With ongoing developments in both diagnostic and treatment capabilities, prostate cancer has become one of the most curable/manageable forms of the disease for millions of men in the United States. Building on established treatment modalities andRead More
5 Steps That Can Potentially Lower Your Prostate Cancer Risk
Even with incredible advancements in diagnostic technology and treatments for prostate cancer, like da Vinci® robotic surgery and HIFU (high intensity focused ultrasound), the mechanisms and factors behind why some men develop prostate cancer and others do not remain something of a mystery. But as Los Angeles urologists, specialists, and researchers learn more about howRead More
MRI Fusion Biopsies: The Best Way to Diagnose Prostate Cancer?
Early detection of prostate cancer is not the only key to surviving the disease with the potential for a cure, but also crucial in preserving the quality of your life in Los Angeles. For decades, the standard form of prostate biopsies has had its share of hits and misses when diagnosing for cancer, with close toRead More
These 4 Crucial Symptoms May Mean You Have Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is among the most common cancers that you as a man can have – and it’s the second deadliest cancer among men after lung cancer. There are many prostate cancer treatments, including traditional means and MRI fusion biopsies, but how do you know which one is the best option for you? It canRead More
Are Prostate Cancer Cases on the Rise?
The bad news about prostate cancer is that it continues to be the second leading cause of death from cancer among men, even as awareness has increased and more effective screening methods and procedures are being used. The worse news, though, is that the number of cases might actually be on the rise despite ourRead More
5 Ways Robotic Prostatectomy Beats Traditional Open Prostate Surgery
When you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you have to quickly make a multitude of important decisions to be sure you receive the best and most comprehensive treatment possible while minimizing the treatment side effects. One key decision is whether to undergo traditional radical prostatectomy or to opt for a minimally invasive prostate cancerRead More
Everything You’ve Wanted to Know about Vaginal Cosmetic Treatments
When it comes to cosmetic procedures, no area of the body is off limits! As plastic surgery has become more and more socially acceptable, it is no surprise that women are curious about ways to rejuvenate and beautify their “intimate anatomy” with cosmetic gynecology procedures. Many women in Los Angeles feel self-conscious or embarrassed aboutRead More
The 5 Greatest Risk Factors for Bladder Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer among men and is the 8th most common cause of death in men due to cancer. The symptoms are wide-ranging but don’t always show themselves, so yearly checkups with your doctor are strongly advised – you’ve got family and other responsibilitiesRead More
How This Unknown Cause of Male Infertility Could Be Affecting You
When trying to become pregnant, there are so many necessary elements involved that it may seem like a miracle that couples are ever able to conceive. When the process does become difficult or unsuccessful, however, it means that there are numerous elements to evaluate in order to find the solution. Nearly 30% of infertility issuesRead More