Despite its wee size, the prostate can be a troublesome gland. It is susceptible to various problems, namely benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement), inflammation (prostatitis), and prostate cancer. Significant scientific evidence has established the role of exercise in both minimizing men’s risk of developing prostate problems and in mitigating their symptoms. For men living with…
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10 Vital Men’s Health Pointers from a Urologist
For many men, providing for their families is their top priority, so much so that they tend to shy away from looking after themselves. They often take their health for granted until they start to have problems with it. If this sounds like you, it is time to take charge of your health—and the same…
How to Ensure Your Urological Check-up Goes Smoothly
If you’re experiencing painful urination, urinary incontinence, and/or chronic urinary tract infection (UTI), and your primary care physician deems that you need specialized care, they will likely refer you to a urologist. A urologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the entire range of conditions affecting the urinary and…
How to Treat Low Testosterone Levels
Low-T also referred to as low testosterone or male hypogonadism, is a condition in which the gonads (testicles) do not produce enough testosterone—the hormone responsible for bone growth and strength, libido (sex drive), sperm production, muscle size, and strength, and other crucial functions. Low-T can occur during fetal development, before adolescence, or during adulthood. In…
How to Treat Low Testosterone Levels
Low-T also referred to as low testosterone or male hypogonadism, is a condition in which the gonads (testicles) do not produce enough testosterone—the hormone responsible for bone growth and strength, libido (sex drive), sperm production, muscle size, and strength, and other crucial functions. Low testosterone can occur during fetal development, before adolescence, or during adulthood….
How Can Urology Specialists Help You Prepare for a Vasectomy?
A vasectomy is a safe and effective method of permanent male birth control. It works by cutting or sealing the vas deferens tubes (thus “vas-ectomy”) that carry sperm during fertilization, therefore preventing pregnancy. It is a low-risk procedure that should only be considered by men who are certain they do not wish to father a…
What to Expect at Your First Urology Appointment
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a urological condition and your primary care physician deems that you need specialized care, they will likely refer you to a urologist—a physician who has advanced training in the diagnosis and treatment of the full range of disorders and diseases that affect the urinary tract and the male reproductive system….
Top 5 Questions To Ask Your Urologist About Urinary Incontinence
It can be difficult for many people to admit that they have urinary incontinence. However, it is crucial to seek help from a urologist if you are experiencing difficulty with controlling your bladder. To prepare you for your visit with a urologist, we have put together a list of questions you can ask your doctor…
Bright Stars in the Field of Healthcare: Courtney Clair, CEO of Carolina Urology Partners and Dr. Richard Natale, Urologist
Dr. Natale recently sat down for an interview in Charlotte Medical Professionals magazine to discuss his role as president of Carolina Urology Partners (CUP) and how he collaborates with Courtney Clair, CEO and his “right-hand woman.” CUP is the 9th largest large urology group practice in the country with over 30 providers at offices in…
Do You Need a Prostate Doctor?
Many men may not talk about it, but they mentally ask the question, “do I need a prostate doctor?”. Some men don’t even know what the prostate is, where it is located, or what it does. Men over the age of 40 should start thinking about talking with a prostate doctor, otherwise known as a…