Concerned about your kidneys and wondering which specialist to see? Here’s how to determine if a nephrologist or a urologist is right for you. What Is a Nephrologist? A nephrologist is a medical doctor specializing in diseases and chronic conditions of the kidneys, the bean-shaped structures that rid the blood of toxins through urine. The
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Peyronie’s Disease: Non-surgical Treatment Options
Peyronie’s Disease is a worrisome, uncomfortable, and embarrassing curvature of the penis. It requires expert diagnosis and care by an experienced urologist, and most men can utilize non-surgical treatments. Learn the details on how you can improve your sexual health and function with Dr. Desi Avila at Ironwood Urology. What Is Peyronie’s Disease? Peyronie’s Disease
Read MoreTypes of Prostate Cancer Treatment
Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer—the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men in the United States. As with any type of cancer, prostate cancer develops when the cells in the prostate gland undergo changes in their DNA. Also referred to as mutations, these changes cause the cells to
Read MoreBest Questions to Ask Your Urologist About Prostate Health
The prostate is a small walnut shaped gland, located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. The prostate is a component of the male reproductive system, and its main function is to produce the fluid that makes up part of the semen, designed to transport and nourish the sperm. The prostate surrounds
Read MoreWhat Is a Urological Surgeon, and What Do They Treat?
If you’re experiencing lower abdominal pain, decreased sexual desire, blood in your urine or semen, difficulty urinating or, after running some tests, your primary care doctor has detected a testicular mass, they will likely refer you to a urological surgeon. You may be inclined to search for answers as to what it is that a
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