Urology

Chronic cystitis is a long-term bladder inflammation that leads to pelvic pain and frequent urination, often caused by factors like interstitial cystitis and recurrent UTIs.

Enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that causes urinary symptoms like frequent urination and difficulty starting urination. It typically results from hormonal changes

Kidney and urinary stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys or urinary tract, causing severe pain and potential blockage. They can result from factors like dehydration and diet.

Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) include issues like frequent urination, urgency, and weak urine flow which can arise from conditions such as an enlarged prostate or bladder dysfunction.

Overactive bladder is a condition characterized by a sudden urge to urinate frequently, often leading to incontinence. It can result from various factors such as nerve issues.

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine, which can range from occasional leaks to complete loss of control. It may be caused by factors such as weak pelvic muscles or neurological conditions.

A UTI is an infection that develops in any area of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters (tubes that connect a kidney to the bladder) or the urethra (tube through which urine exits the body). In most cases, UTIs develop in the bladder or urethra.

Hematuria is the presence of blood, specifically red blood cells, in the urine.  Whether the blood is visible only under a microscope or visible to the naked eye, hematuria is a sign that something is causing bleeding in the genitourinary tract: the kidneys, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), the prostate gland (in men), the bladder, or the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body (urethra).

Prostatitis is an inflammation or infection of the prostate gland.  It can affect men of any age.  The most common urological problem in men aged 50 and older, prostatitis is not contagious and is not transmitted during sex. 

Prostate cancer begins when cells in the prostate gland start to grow out of control. The prostate is a gland found only in males. It makes some of the fluid that is part of semen.¹

Bladder cancer occurs when cells in the bladder start to grow without control. The bladder is a hollow, balloon-shaped organ in the lower part of the abdomen that stores urine.²

Ureter cancer occurs when malignant cells form in the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder outside the body. In women, the urethra is about 1½ inches long, located just above the vagina. In men, it measures approximately 8 inches and runs through the prostate and penis, also carrying semen.³ 

Cancer that forms in tissues of one or both testicles. Testicular cancer is most common in young or middle-aged men. Most testicular cancers begin in germ cells (cells that make sperm) and are called testicular germ cell tumors.⁴

Cancer that forms in tissues of the kidneys. It forms in the lining of the tiny tubes in the kidney that return filtered substances that the body needs back to the blood and remove extra fluid and waste as urine.⁵

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection suitable for sexual activity. It can be caused by physical or psychological factors

Impotence, often synonymous with erectile dysfunction, is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection, which can impact fertility.

Infertility refers to the inability to conceive after a year of unprotected sex, affecting both men and women.

A slight natural curve to the erect penis is usually normal. But curvature that causes pain and difficulty with intercourse is a problem. The development of painful curvature is called Peyronie’s disease. Peyronie’s disease is due to a plaque (scar) that forms inside the penis.

Erectile Dysfunction, loss of libido (sexual desire), premature ejaculation and difficulty achieving orgasm can result from a variety of factors or a combination of factors. 21st Century urologists provide a variety of treatment options for these common issues.

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that provides permanent contraception by cutting the vas deferens, preventing sperm from entering the semen. 

A vasectomy reversal is a surgical procedure that reconnects the vas deferens to restore fertility after a vasectomy. Success rates depend on factors like the time since the original procedure and the individual's health.