Ironwood Urology’s Blog

The medical field is huge and no single doctor specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions affecting humans.

If you’ve been referred to a urologist by your primary care doctor, you may be wondering what exactly a urologist is.

Growing older for men is usually accompanied by prostate issues. The most common problem is an enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which causes issues with urinating. But the most serious problem is prostate cancer.

Testosterone is the hormone responsible for typically male characteristics such as a deeper voice, facial hair and a muscular build.

One of the obstacles couples can face is infertility, the inability to conceive a child. It is estimated to affect around 15% of couples.