Milton Urology

Men’s Urological Health Conditions

Advance Urology deals with many specific urological health issues for men, which include:

• Cancer concerns – Regular check-ups and the early identification of cancer increase your chance of recovery. This is particularly true with testicular cancer, which develops in the testes. Testicular cancer is very treatable and survivable. In the U.S., one in 250 men develop the disease, but only one man in a group of 5000 dies from it. Prostate cancer occurs mainly in men over the age of 50. Risk factors increase for prostate cancer If you have a close relative with the disease, are of African American decent, or consume a diet high in processed or red meat. Although not cancerous, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common problem in older men. BPH is the swelling of the prostate. It shares similar symptoms with prostate cancer including trouble urinating, constant urges to use the bathroom or pain when urinating. It’s important to have an early diagnosis to distinguish between the two conditions.
• Low testosterone – Hypogonadism regularly becomes an issue in older men. Testosterone is produced primarily in the testicles. The androgen hormone is essential for sustaining healthy sexual function, energy levels, mood, strength and a balance of muscle and fat in the body.
• Male sexual problems – Erectile dysfunction is when a man can’t achieve or sustain an erection. Most men experience it at some time in their life, and the causes can be physical or psychological. ED is easily treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Women’s Health Concerns

Men are more likely to develop a urology condition, but women experience a variety of illnesses which require specialist care including:

• Pelvic organ prolapse – POP only affects women. Mature females or women who have recently had a child are at a greater risk of developing POP. The organs within a woman’s pelvis (uterus, bladder and bowel) are held in place by ligaments and muscles known as the pelvic floor. If these muscles are overstretched, and the pelvic floor weakens, the pelvic organs can move from their usual position and protrude into the vagina. This could induce pain or pressure in the abdomen and vagina.
• Post-menopausal side-effects – Sustained periods of low estrogen levels can cause many symptoms most typically associated with the menopausal transition. These can include hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, itching and loss of sexual desire. The risk of osteoporosis also increases with low estrogen levels, making women more susceptible to fractures. The danger of heart disease also grows, and this is because estrogen helps to control cholesterol production.
• Urinary tract infections – The majority of women will have a urinary tract infection (UTI) during their lifetime. A UTI can develop in any part of the urinary tract, including the urethra, bladder, ureters or kidneys, but is most likely to occur in the bladder. UTI’s develop because bacteria living in the bowel is transferred to the urethra. Bacteria move to the urinary tract after a visit to the toilet or following sexual intercourse, which may then cause infection. Women have a shorter urethra than men, which means bacteria have a shorter distance to travel. Urinary tract infections can result in pain in the belly and pelvic area, burning sensations during urination and flu-like symptoms.

If you’re experiencing any urological symptoms, your best option in Milton is to turn to the medical professionals at Advanced Urology. We make the wellbeing and convenience of our patients a priority, and we are here to offer you the highest quality treatment possible. Please give us a call and make your appointment today at one of our many convenient locations.