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Genito Urinary
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, is a common, non-cancerous condition in aging men causing urinary symptoms due to prostate growth pressing on the urethra.
Learn MoreChronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic kidney disease is a gradual loss of kidney function, most often caused by diabetes and high blood pressure. It is usually silent early on but treatable when caught with simple blood and urine tests.
Learn MoreElevated PSA
An elevated PSA blood test can reflect prostate cancer, but benign prostate enlargement, inflammation, and even recent activity also raise it. Careful, stepwise follow-up sorts out the cause.
Learn MoreErectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is the ongoing inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sex. It becomes more common with age and often signals underlying vascular, hormonal, or emotional causes.
Learn MoreHematuria (Blood in Urine)
Hematuria - blood in the urine - can come from urinary infections, kidney stones, an enlarged prostate, or, less often, cancer. Even a single painless episode deserves medical evaluation.
Learn MoreKidney Cysts
Kidney cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on or in the kidneys. Simple cysts are common with age and usually harmless, while complex cysts and inherited cystic disease need closer follow-up.
Learn MoreLow Testosterone (Male Hypogonadism)
Low testosterone (male hypogonadism) occurs when the body produces too little of the hormone, causing low energy, reduced sex drive, muscle loss, and mood changes. Morning blood tests confirm the diagnosis.
Learn MoreMenopausal Genitourinary Syndrome (GSM)
GSM, a chronic condition stemming from estrogen decline (often post-menopause), affects the vulva, vagina, and lower urinary tract, causing discomforting symptoms beyond simple vaginal atrophy.
Learn MoreOveractive Bladder
Overactive bladder causes a sudden, hard-to-control urge to urinate, frequent bathroom trips day and night, and sometimes leakage. Bladder training, lifestyle changes, and medications can all help.
Learn MorePolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder causing irregular periods, excess androgen, and insulin resistance in women of reproductive age. Treatment eases symptoms and protects long-term health.
Learn MoreProstatitis
Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland causing pelvic pain, burning urination, and urinary frequency. Bacterial forms respond to antibiotics; chronic forms need a broader treatment plan.
Learn MoreRenal Calculi (Kidney Stones)
Kidney stones, hard mineral deposits forming in the kidneys due to concentrated urine often caused by dehydration, diet, obesity, or digestive issues, can cause pain and complications.
Learn MoreUrinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Urinary tract infections occur when bacteria enter the bladder or kidneys, causing burning with urination, urgency, and pelvic discomfort. Most respond quickly to a short course of antibiotics.
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