Prostate cancer is one of the second most frequently occurring cancer in men and it is known to predominantly affect elderly men of above 65 years of age. Recent studies highlight that the incidence of prostate cancer in India is lower than that in the western countries. Strategy to be followed after the proper diagnosis […]
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Prostate Cancer mostly affects men older than 50 years of age and may develop with no early warning signs. Furthermore, the symptoms may vary from one individual to another and is usually related to deviation from normal urinary voiding patterns. Symptoms may be usually caused by a severe infection or prostatic enlargement. The normal prostate […]
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While back pain can be a late symptom of advanced prostatic cancer we should always remember that the majority of males with pain in the back do not have cancer in their prostate. They should undergo complete physical examination along with a detailed history to rule out bladder outlet obstruction. Sometimes digital rectal exam can […]
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Are you above 50 yrs of age and have to go to the bathroom numerous times, especially at night? Such nightly runs to the bathroom could be the first sign of an enlarged prostate. Other symptoms could involve problems starting the urine stream, dribbling or leaking. Enlarged prostate, like gray hair, is a natural byproduct […]
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Erectile dysfunction or impotence is an inability to get & keep a firm erection for sex. Having erection problems from time to time is not necessarily a problem for concern. If erectile dysfunction happens to be an ongoing problem, but it may lead to stress, affect self-confidence & lead to relationship problems. Problems in getting […]
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The urinary system is complex and includes various organs that are involved in the removal of the wastes from the body. The kidneys are the main organs of the urinary system which is also known as the excretory system. A number of ailments can happen in the urinary system and cause a number of complications. […]
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The urinary tract is the drainage system of our body for removal of urine out of the body. Urine comprises of wastes & water. The urinary tract contains our ureters, bladder, and kidneys. However, on numerous occasions, the urinary tract can get infected and cause havoc. These infections or issues can be classified as Urological […]
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The prostate is an organ which is present in all males and it surrounds the urinary outlet from the bladder. Hence enlargement of the prostate can cause obstruction to the flow of urines in males. As one grows old most of the organs in the body like brain, kidneys, muscles, bones etc start shrinking in […]
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Erectile dysfunction(ED) is defined as the recurrent or persistent inability to attain and/or maintain an erection for satisfactory sexual performance. ED has been classified into three groups-psychogenic, organic and mixed. The evaluation includes a detailed history with interviews with both the partners separately and later sitting together. This is a major health issue faced by […]
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The Urinary bladder is an organ located in the lower part of the abdomen. Its function is to store urine formed from both the kidneys and void it periodically. Like other organs of the body, it gets affected due to diseases such as infection and cancer. Since urine stays in the bladder for a long […]
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Diagnosis of prostate cancer can shatter any individual especially if he is otherwise fit & without any symptom. A common scenario occurring in our clinical setting is a man who may be having few urinary symptoms or may have been investigated for any other illness finds himself suffering from cancer of prostate based on test […]
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Prostate is a part of the male internal genitalia. This is a small gland located at the bladder neck. Cancer involving the prostate gland generally starts with a focus confined to the gland. With time this cancer slowly grows out of the gland invading the surrounding organs like the bladder, seminal vesicles and the ureters. […]
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Most of the cases of prostate cancers are not caused because of the inherited cancer genes and even most of the men who suffer from this don’t have a family history regarding this cancer. But sometimes it runs in the families and nearly 5 to 10 % of all cases diagnosed are because of the […]
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Urinary tract infection’s treatment is mainly treated with antibiotics. In every case of UTI’s the patient has to complete their course of antibiotics as prescribed, which is very important even if the symptoms have ended. The treatment of UTI’s with antibiotics, done in Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon is the first line of treatment. The drugs are […]
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There are many disorders and diseases related to Urology. All these diseases are related to the filtering as well as carrying out of urine out of the body. Such diseases can affect women, men and children of all ages and they affect very specific parts of the body. In males such diseases affect the urinary […]
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Renal Stone and Its Treatment Renal stone is one of the common genitourinary diseases and affects nearly in 1 in 2 individual patients in India. Stone disease also has been linked to systematic conditions. Hypertension and diabetes have been associated with increased risk of stone disease. With the increase in prevalence of stone disease, the cost associated with […]
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Men above 65 years are prone to disease related to prostate gland, which can be both benign or malignant. Benign enlargement of prostate causing obstruction to urine flow is a common problem. Such patient will have symptoms of poor urine flow, straining while voiding, hesitancy, urgency, increase frequency of micturition and increased night time voiding. […]
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Life expectancy in prostate cancer depends on many factors. These are stage gleason score, histological type and treatment modality. Stage at which prostate cancer is diagnosed is very important. The stage of diagnosis also depends on cancer stage. Surgery and radiotherapy as treatment modalities can be looked into as per the cancer stage and type […]
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Prostate Cancer is a major cancer disease affecting men in India. It usually affects men in their older age and all men above the age of 50 yrs are at risk of developing prostate cancer. Recent studies highlight that prostate cancer is the second leading cancer in men in urban areas. The prostate cancer cases […]
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The prostate is a walnut-sized gland at the base of the urinary bladder in males & surrounds the urethra. The function of this gland is to produce fluid that transfers sperms during ejaculation.Men usually suffer from urinary obstructive symptoms due to benign enlargement of the prostate as they age. However, sometimes, this enlargement of the […]
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Discussing sexual health issues is a taboo in our society. Due to the baggage associated with the topic many men and women don’t come forward and seek professional medical advice or help. Due to this their personal lives get affected. Sexual health or patterns are exceptionally important in our life. No matter how much we […]
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Sexual Health is an issue that is personal to most of us. We as Indians also refrain from discussing our sexual preferences, behaviour or health issue with our family, friends or even doctors. However it is recommended that you seek the assistance of specialists such as Urologists that specialise in sexual health issues. These doctors […]
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Erectile dysfunction is a disorder in which a person is not able to have an erection sufficient enough for intercourse. This term is synonymous with impotence. A common myth is that a person with erectile dysfunction cannot have children. This belief prevents many people from getting married. The fact is that the ability to have […]
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The prostate gland is situated below the bladder and surrounds the urethra or the tube that drains urine out of the bladder. The purpose of this gland in the body it to produce semen and its secretions contain important enzymes and nutrients that are needed by the sperms to fertilize the egg. Once the reproductive […]
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Male menopause is the term used to describe the hormonal changes that may occur in some men as they become older, essentially signifying a decrease in level of male hormone – testosterone. Male menopause, in true sense is a misnomer. While female menopause is inevitable & sets in rapidly at a particular age, in males, […]
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Inability to achieve an erection is embarrassing and worrisome. While most of the patients are bothered by the inability to perform sex there are many issues that go beyond the bed. Here are some points about Erectile Dysfunction that will be worth considering: What is Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile Dysfunction is the inability to produce an […]
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Sexual issues are seldom discussed in the Indian Society. Men are considered to be naturally full of sexual energy and ever ready for sex. Unfortunately the reality is vastly different. Sexual health is one of the most important components of health and only when a man is physically and mentally fit, does he look forward […]
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Erection of penis is dependent on pumping of blood in the penis. This is a complex mechanism with various organs taking part in it. Stimulus starts from brain and is transmitted through nerves leading to secretion of hormones to pump blood to penis through blood vessels. So various diseases of brain, heart, blood vessels, hormones, […]
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DO’s Regular exercise and meditation- this leads to better health and positive hormones thus preventing many lifestyle diseases Regular meals keeps weight under control and prevent onset of diabetes Adequate sleep of at least seven hours is very important as healing of daily wear and tear occurs during sleep Plenty of liquids to excrete toxins […]
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Men have traditionally been considered the stronger sex and this image is a result of the physical appearance and aggressive behavior that define masculinity. Research shows that Men are the weaker sex in most aspects and the life span of a man is 3-5 years less than that of women. This comes as a surprise […]
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Prostate Cancer is a fairly commonly occurring cancer affecting the males and its incidence is rising slowly in the urban regions of our country. In Delhi this cancer has risen to become the second most common cancer affecting the males. Prostate Cancer arises from the abnormal growth of the glands of the prostate and its […]
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Prostate specific antigen(PSA) is a tumor marker. It was isolated and purified by Ablin in 1970. But its use started only after one decade of its isolation. Now it is commonly used as tumor marker for prostate cancer screening. PSA is organ specific that means it is liberated from prostate but not disease specific. Raised […]
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The recent observations have highlighted a rapid increase in the Prostrate Cancer cases in men aged between 65 – 70 yrs of age. This type of cancer affecting the male reproductive organ of the body has no established single causative factor. Researchers have not been able to zero in on one most highlight risk factor […]
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Various surveys worldwide have shown that majority of men are unaware of the prostate gland & the problems related to this organ. Prostate is a walnut sized gland located just below the urinary bladder & has a role in producing the bulk of seminal fluid during ejaculation. This fluid nourishes the sperms. In the younger […]
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With the changing lifestyle, incidences of prostate cancer are increasing at an alarming rate. This is the second leading cause of death in the male population. Incidences of prostate cancer increases with ageing. To diagnose the cause of prostate cancer, PSA test is recommend after 55 years of age. This is a chemical which is […]
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Evidence now favors that PSA (prostate specific antigen) testing can help detect Prostate Cancer at early stages. This helps in timely treatment and helps reduce complications. It should also be noted that the incidence of prostate cancer cases is increasing at an alarming rate and at present it is second most prevalent cancer affecting men. […]
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A PSA test is used to detect the amount of Prostate Specific Antigen in the blood. This PSA level highlights if the patient (man) is suffering from prostate cancer or any other ailment. Prostate Cancer is one of the most common cancer that affects the men. The incidence of prostate cancer are increasing at an […]
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The PSA test is a blood test that measures the amount of Prostate specific antigen in your blood. PSA is a protein produced by normal cells in the Prostate; however it is also produced by the Prostate Cancer Cells. It is normal for all men to have small amount of PSA in their blood. A […]
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Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in Males, in the world. It is a significant cause of morbidity & mortality. Morbidity means hindrance in our day to day working & normal activities. It is a major cause of concern for the Indian populations, as majority of the cases are detected in late stage. The […]
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What diseases can cause male factor Infertility? A number of diseases can cause male infertility. Few systemic diseases and infections can affect the development of sperm. E.g. Celiac disease which is a digestive disorder, STDs like gonorrhea, HIV can cause decrease in sperm count or cause scarring which can block passage of sperm. Genetic conditions, […]
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Depending on the diagnosis of the reason for male infertility and the severity of the same, the treating doctor recommends the treatment protocol – medication, surgery or specialized procedures. There are different methods of diagnosing male infertility. How is male infertility diagnosed? The diagnosis starts by a detailed medical history and physical examination of the […]
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The treatment of male infertility depends on the cause. Generally there are a mix of medications, surgical approaches and assisted reproductive techniques (ART) available to treat many of the underlying fertility problems. The treatment options include: Surgery: varicocelectomy is frequently used to repair dilated scrotal veins. Successful varicocelectomy results in improvement in semen. In cases […]
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Infertility is a common problem faced by approximately 10 -15 % of couples attempting to conceive a baby. In most of these cases, the problem is related to the male reproductive system. It is important now that men also be assessed to find out the causes of this infertility. Fortunately, with today’s high-tech procedures and […]
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Kidney stone is one of the common and oldest problems of the urinary tract. About 35 in every 100 people get a stone at some point in their life. The incidences of renal stones among Indian population are rising due to change in dietary habits, changes in lifestyle. Race, gender and ethnicity play a role […]
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Presentation of Renal Stone Disease ranges widely from asymptomatic to severe renal colic, meaning that the symptoms could be silent or evident in the form of pain or appearance of any abnormality. There may be other symptoms like hematuria ( the presence of blood in urine) ,nausea, vomiting and fever. Some patients may have vague […]
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World Kidney Day is celebrated on second Thursday of March each year. The main purpose to celebrate this occasion is to increase awareness among general population regarding kidney disease. Considering increasing number of kidney patients each day and considering cost and trauma faced by patients and their relatives especially in advance renal disease, its very […]
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With growing incidences of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension, there has been a rise in the prevalence of Kidney Diseases. It is expected that by 2020 CKD would contribute 66.7% of all deaths in our country. It is a major health problem, leading cause of mortality and morbidity. It accounts for 60% of deaths worldwide and […]
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Sexual problems might mean you have a broken heart, literally. The most common sexual problem in men is erectile dysfunction (ED). Erectile dysfunction affects >30% of men between 40 and 70 years of age. There are several different causes of ED, including depression, low testosterone, neurological problems, and some medications, such as beta blocker but […]
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If you’ve experienced ED, you know you are not alone. Just flipping on the TV or through the digital adverts will tell you that. Ads for Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis abound. We need to understand that there might be a problem, hence there is a demand. What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)? Erectile Dysfunction is a condition that highlights […]
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Due to current work stress or age you may not be as agile and active as you were before. However you may not be able to understand the reason for your dysfunctional sex life. Erectile dysfunction (ED) can occur for many reasons. Sometimes it is as simple as the side effect of a particular medication. But […]
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The word ‘cancer’ is extremely disturbing for any person as it is usually associated with prolonged illness, morbidity & above all the risk of losing the life. Prostate Cancer is the second most common type of cancer and the sixth leading cause of cancer death among men worldwide. The few commonly asked queries regarding prostate […]
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A Kidney Transplant is a surgical procedure in which a healthy kidney from a donor is placed into another person whose kidneys have stopped functioning. Kidney Transplant is performed when a patient has severe
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A kidney stone is like a small rock that forms in the kidney. Stones form when certain chemicals in the body clump together. A stone can either stay in the kidney or travel through the urinary system by passing though the
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