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How Does the Bladder Sphincter Work?
April 27, 2020
The bladder sphincter is made up of two muscles that control the release of urine from the bladder through the urethra. If the bladder were a reservoir, then the bladder sphincter would be the dam...
Ways to Pass Kidney Stones
April 15, 2020
Kidney stones can be a painful and difficult experience for the many men and women who get them. These stones are hard deposits of minerals that build up in the body and cause blockages in the...
Surgical Options for Overactive Bladder
April 7, 2020
If you feel frequent, sudden urges to urinate that you cannot control, you might be suffering from overactive bladder. This condition can lead to feelings of embarrassment or shame, but it’s a common...
Prostate Cancer Types of Treatment
April 3, 2020
Prostate cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer men face. According to board certified urologist Dr. Arash Rafiei, "One in nine men will have prostate cancer in their lifetime." Although...
What is the best treatment for enlarged prostate?
March 31, 2020
All men can experience difficulties caused by an enlarging prostate. As Board Certified Urologist Dr. Arash Rafiei says, "All men have prostates, and as we age our prostates enlarge, some more than...
What are the treatment options for erectile dysfunction?
March 27, 2020
Erectile dysfunction is a common disorder that affects men of all ages. It is a man’s inability to get and maintain an erection. There are many different causes of ED and in many cases there is more...
Talk With Your Doctor About Erectile Dysfunction
March 23, 2020
The first step in treating erectile dysfunction is talking to your doctor about it. Unfortunately, for many men this can be difficult as erectile dysfunction is often a sensitive subject for those...
The Two Most Common Female Urology Problems
March 19, 2020
Although it can feel embarrassing to discuss them with your doctor, problems with your kidneys, bladder and other parts of the urinary system are very common and are usually highly treatable. For...
Discussing a Sensitive Topic: Erectile Dysfunction
March 17, 2020
Erectile Dysfunction, also called ED, is the inability for a man to get or maintain an erection firm enough for sexual activity. It is a very personal and sensitive issue that can be difficult to...
How the Prostate Changes As You Age
March 11, 2020
For the early part of men's lives, their prostate is an organ that they never notice. The walnut-shaped reproductive organ located just below the bladder does its job without causing any...
What is the Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction, According to Dr. Harris?
March 5, 2020
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common issue that can result from both mental and physical factors, such as depression, anxiety, stress, heart disease, diabetes, high blood...
Kidney Stone Surgery and Removal Procedures
February 27, 2020
Kidney stones can be stubborn and painful. In many cases, patients rely on a urologist for help removing these painful obstructions. Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals that form in the body...