An overactive bladder is a problem for many people today, but fortunately there are treatment solutions available. It is common for people to ignore the symptoms because they don’t actually realize that it is a significant medical problem. Learn more about what causes an overactive bladder how it can be treated below. The Symptoms People […]
Once a year, Larry Thompson gets in his car and drives six hours from his home in Santa Rosa Beach on the Florida Panhandle to see Georgia Urology’s Dr. Mark A. Haber at the practice’s Glenridge office. A retired executive with IBM — he worked there for 35 years, the last 10 of which he […]
People who experience urinary incontinence often feel alone in their struggles, a feeling that is only intensified by the fact that the subject of incontinence is infrequently discussed among even the closest of friends and family members. If you’ve ever felt embarrassed or isolated, rest assured you’re not alone. Not only do a quarter to […]
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a serious condition affecting more than 30 million men worldwide. In addition, 90% of men between 45 and 80 suffer from some form of lower urinary tract symptoms and half of all men will develop BPH symptoms by the age of 60.1, 2 Common Symptoms of BPH Include: Frequent urination […]
When most people hear the phrase “male reconstructive surgery,” they most likely think it means gender reassignment. While this may be true in some instances, male reconstructive surgery is also necessary for serious injuries in men that have resulted in major changes to groin appearance, physiology, and function. This is a common procedure in the […]
Are you having bladder problems? Are you wondering how can drinking liquids at night increase your risk for urologic problems? If so, you are one of over 13 million people of both sexes that do. Many of these problems can be resolved by seeing a physician who specializes in urology. One of the more common […]
The many complications that can occur during pregnancy, include urological problems. Want to know what are the urological risks of pregnancy? Keep reading below! Kidney Stones For about 10 percent of people, kidney stones will occur during their lifetime. When it occurs during pregnancy, it can be a complex problem that is harder to treat. […]
Male infertility refers to a man’s inability to father a child, a problem that affects around 15 percent of couples looking to have children. Of course, sometimes infertility is a personal choice. A vasectomy is a surgical form of birth control that is commonly misunderstood. Let’s debunk some vasectomy myths, especially the one that states […]
Cultural stigma may cause women to be uncomfortable talking about their bathroom issues. But the truth is, these issues may be problems that require a specialist. Overactive bladder, for instance, affects about 33 million people in this country. However, only about 30 percent of overactive bladder patients are male, according to the American Urological Association. […]
What happens when that urge to go to the bathroom takes over your life? This is a medical condition called overactive bladder. It’s a problem that causes a sudden urge to urinate that is almost impossible to control. It can leave you feeling isolated and antisocial, but treatment plans are available that will calm your […]