Because vasectomies are considered permanent sterilization, a lot of men don’t realize that reversing it is possible. Dr. Sarah Vij explains.
Obesity Increases Your Risk for Chronic Kidney Disease
Obesity and metabolic syndrome are risk factors for kidney disease. Working with a doctor and dietitian to develop a weight-loss plan can help protect your health.
Struggling to Become a Father? What You Eat May Matter
Focus on things you can change — like diet — to improve your overall health and your chances of becoming a father. Get the latest info on what to eat and what to avoid.
Why Do I Get UTIs so Often?
Women and older adults are more at risk for recurrent urinary tract infections. Here’s why, as well as some steps you can take to help prevent UTIs.
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Undergoing Prostate Cancer Treatment? Here’s How to Best Manage Possible Side Effects
Surgery and radiation for prostate cancer can affect your urinary and sexual function. Urologists Andrew Stephenson, MD, and Drogo K. Montague, MD, explain what to ask your physician about side effects and what can be done to manage them.
What a Man’s Penis Says About His Health
From erectile dysfunction to lumps, bumps and curves, your partner’s penis can reveal a lot of information about his overall health.
I Just Found Out I Have Prostate Cancer. Now What?
Chemotherapy, surgery or radiation aren’t always part of a prostate cancer treatment plan. A urologist explains what to expect after a prostate cancer diagnosis, including the possibility of active surveillance.
When Should a Man See a Urologist?
Should a guy start to see a urologist at a certain age, or only when problems occur? Find the answers to questions that pique your curiosity in our series, The Short Answer. Urologist Bradley Gill, MD, answers this one.
Another Pit Stop? What to Do When Your Bladder Is Out of Whack
Men, if you’re making frequent pit stops, if it hurts to pee, or if you find blood in your urine, tell your doctor. Here are four common urinary conditions that can wreak havoc with your bladder.
What a Urologist Does (and Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to See One)
Feeling squeamish about an upcoming visit to the urologist? Don’t be. Urologists do their best to put men (and women) at ease. And they’re not above using ‘potty’ humor to lighten the atmosphere.
