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Incontinence is an embarrassing and inconvenient experience for anyone. It is a common issue that can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in older adults. Incontinence is when an individual has difficulties controlling their bladder, leading to involuntary urination. Various factors, including weak pelvic floor muscles, nerve damage, an overactive bladder, …

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Kidney stones are small, hard deposits of minerals, acid salts, and chemicals that form in the kidneys. Kidney stones are made of calcium, phosphorus, and other substances found in urine. While kidney stones can range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball, they all cause significant pain when they move through …

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Low testosterone can occur when the body makes insufficient quantities of testosterone, the primary male sex hormone. When levels of testosterone drop, the effects can be pretty noticeable. The effects of low testosterone can have a significant impact on a man’s quality of life. Low testosterone can result in a decreased sex drive, fatigue, depression, …

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Kidney stones are a common health problem that affects millions of people each year. Kidney stones occur when certain substances, such as calcium, oxalate, and uric acid, become concentrated in the urine. When these substances crystalize and stick together they create a kidney stone. In some cases, the stones can be small and pass out …

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Most men will experience the symptoms of an enlarged prostate at some point. The medical name for an enlarged prostate is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The term benign refers to something that is not harmful or malignant, but the symptoms can still cause discomfort, embarrassment, and other difficulties. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra; the …

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Overactive bladder, commonly known as OAB, is characterized by frequent, sudden, and difficult-to-control urges to urinate. You may experience these urges and suffer from unintentional urine loss throughout the day and night. OAB can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and disrupt your daily activities. There are several different options available to manage OAB. Here are some of …

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Overactive bladder (OAB) is a condition suffered by many women. The urinary symptoms like a strong urge to urinate at inconvenient times can severely decrease your quality of life. Medication that relaxes the bladder can help alleviate overactive bladder symptoms and decrease urge incontinence episodes. It is often the first line of defense against an …

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Leaking urine when you laugh, sneeze, or cough can be embarrassing and inconvenient. If you suddenly have a strong urge to urinate, but there isn’t a restroom nearby, it can be downright miserable. Urinary incontinence is very common, especially in women. Many people think it is a normal part of aging, but it’s a medical …

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Finding the best treatments for prostate cancer when you or a loved one is diagnosed can be intimidating. Fortunately, there are a variety of effective treatment options. Determining the best therapy depends on various factors, including how fast the cancer grows, whether it has spread, and your overall health. The other factor to consider is …

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Many men suffer from signs and symptoms of low testosterone. But they may be embarrassed to discuss it with a doctor. Others may dismiss their symptoms as due to aging and assume nothing can be done about it. Low testosterone, or Low T, can cause various undesirable symptoms because testosterone impacts so many different areas …

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Passing a kidney stone is one of the most painful things a person can experience -some say it’s as painful as childbirth. People can have kidney stones for years without realizing it. A kidney stone’s pain usually begins when it moves out of the kidney. The best way to prevent kidney stones, and having to …

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Prostate Cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men in the United States. The American Cancer Society estimates that 268,490 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. With such a high incidence, knowing what to look for and when to get screened can help you get diagnosed early – when treatment …

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Like most bodily functions, urination is a complex process. It requires precise corporation of the nerves, muscles, and organs that make up the urinary system. Nerves and muscles must work at precisely the right time for the bladder to hold or release urine on command. A breakdown in that process can let urine leak at …

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About 50% of men will experience erectile dysfunction (ED) at some point in their lives, which means they can’t have an erection strong enough for sexual intercourse. ED can have many causes. It’s commonly caused by blood flow problems, nerve damage, emotional reasons, or other medical conditions like diabetes. Lifestyle factors like a poor diet …

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Multiple studies over the years have found that a large percentage of men avoid going to the doctor, even when they have symptoms of a problem. They may feel embarrassed to talk about medical issues or were raised to believe that men don’t talk about their health. For those reasons, as many as 50-60% of …

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Most men will experience the symptoms of an enlarged prostate in their lifetime. The medical term for it is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). By the age of 60, about 50% of men have BPH. And 90% of men 80 and older have it. The prostate is a gland that surrounds the urethra. As men age, …

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Passing a kidney stone is one of the most painful things a person can experience. In fact, passing a large stone can be as painful as childbirth! Atlantic Urology Clinics offers same-day treatment for kidney stones to help you avoid the pain of passing a large stone on your own. And if you have a …

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Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men – almost 13% of men will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Treatment is often effective and the earlier it is found, the better treatment works. But how do you know if you might have prostate cancer? Here are the top 7 signs and symptoms …

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