Kidney stones can happen to anyone. Even with a dedication to a healthy diet, mineral and crystal deposits with a person’s kidney can create hard stones within the kidney. These small formations can quickly develop before they are noticed, resulting in serious pain, discomfort, and many complications. While many people believe that the only wayRead More
The Benefits of Robotic Surgery
Surgical techniques have consistently improved over the centuries thanks to a better understanding of the human body and better surgical instruments. In modern surgery, medical professionals have made startling advances in the creation of minimally invasive procedures, which provide all the same benefits of major surgery without the toll caused by the process. In recentRead More
Knowing the Symptoms of Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer endangers the lives of thousands of men every year. Thanks to the advances in modern medical treatments, there are more effective treatments possible than ever. Treatments are determined by the stage of a patient’s testicular cancer and by which paths are deemed the most effective. Being diagnosed with testicular cancer can be anRead More
Prostate Cancer and Treatment With ADT – What You Need To Know
According to the American Cancer Society, there are an estimated 220,800 new cases of prostate cancer every year, with roughly one in seven men diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime. Although it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men after lung cancer, prostate cancer can be treated successfully, especially if caughtRead More
Nighttime Voiding (Nocturia)
Everyone occasionally wakes in the middle of the night with the need to urinate, but when does frequent nighttime urination signal a bigger problem? Nocturia is defined as having to urinate twice or more during the night. This urinary problem can lead to poor sleep, tiredness during the day, and other health problems. Knowing whatRead More
Five Signs You May Have Kidney Stones
There are several factors that can lead to the formation of kidney stones, and in many cases they are small enough to remain undetected. Sometimes they can be asymptomatic (meaning they don’t present any symptoms) for months or in some cases years before the sufferer begins to experience issues. Over 50% of kidney stone formationRead More
Holistic Medicine Improves Outlook for Cancer Patients
The mind, body, and soul are all components that contribute to a person’s well-being. The body is many parts, but each part is connected to form one working entity. Being diagnosed with prostate cancer, however, can throw the body’s natural balance out of control. When treating this disease, we have to think about treating theRead More
A Quick Guide to Different Forms of Incontinence
Incontinence affects thousands of people every year. However, many patients do not understand the causes of their condition or the fact that incontinence can take multiple forms. While there have been many advances in the treatment of incontinence, putting an end to the condition requires understanding on behalf of both a medical professional and patient.Read More
5 Signs You are Suffering from Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence severely affects the personal and professional lives of many people every year. But while many live with these debilitating effects year after year, relief is possible through modern medical treatments. But every successful treatment must begin with a skillful diagnosis and every diagnosis can only happen when a patient visits a doctor ofRead More
The Modern Benefits of MRI TrueBeam Therapy
Prostate cancers affect thousands of men every year. While advancements in modern medical treatment have helped vastly increase survival rates, many men still struggle with their condition and the complications that arise after treatment. For many patients, prostate gland issues become a main obstacle on the road to recovery after treatment, as most modern techniquesRead More