When we think of urologists, we may think of them as the OB/GYN equivalent for men. It is true that urologists specialize in disorders of the male reproductive organs, including erectile dysfunction and prostate cancer, but these medical specialists also advocate for women as well. In other words, while some conditions can be treated by
Read MoreWhat Age You Should Start Going to a Urologist?
Did you know there is a whole medical field focused on the health of the urinary system, called urology? Urology focuses on the care of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, the prostate gland, and your reproductive health. Urologists can diagnose, treat, and monitor disorders of the urinary tract and the external genital organs, which can
Read MoreWhat to Expect During Your Urologist Visit?
If your primary care doctor has referred you to visit a urologist due to symptoms you have been having, it’s important to know about that specialty and what to expect during your visit. Urology focuses on the care of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, the prostate gland, and your reproductive health. For instance, the urinary
Read MoreWhat Does Low Sperm Motility Mean?
Male infertility is often caused by two factors: Low sperm count and low sperm motility. When a man’s semen doesn’t have enough sperm in it, this is known as low sperm count. Sperm motility, on the other hand, refers to how well the sperm cells are able to swim and travel. While the importance of
Read MoreThe Symptoms of BPH
If you are a man, there is a good chance that as you get older you may start to experience symptoms of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH). The prostate gland is the reproductive organ only found in men, and It is responsible for creating and secreting semen. The prostate surrounds the urethra and lies beneath the
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