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You don't have to live with enlarged prostate symptoms

BPH is a common, treatable condition in men that can cause frequent urination, interrupted sleep, and other symptoms that interfere with daily life. Medications and minimally invasive procedures offer effective treatment options, and men do not have to accept bladder symptoms as a normal part of aging.
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The most dangerous words in men’s health: ‘I’m fine’

From ED to depression to sleep apnea, the symptoms men avoid talking about with their primary care providers may be the ones that matter most.
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Men's Health program addresses common issues, highlights the need for support

This program aims to address common yet often unspoken conditions like erectile dysfunction and low testosterone, providing high-quality care and support to men across the region.
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Prostate cancer symptoms, survivorship, and risk factors

Dr. Darpan Patel with the UTMB School of Nursing shares insights on prostate cancer treatments, screenings and more.
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Pediatric kidney care drives Katy family to Clear Lake

March is national kidney month and UTMB has a team of expertly trained clinicians ready to help keep these vital organs healthy and strong in patients just like five-year-old Olin Lewis.
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Prostate cancer treatment options

Surgeons Dr. Stephen Williams and Dr. Laith Alzweri share insights and information on prostate cancer and its potential treatment options.
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Don’t hide because of overactive bladder

An overactive bladder can be embarrassing. It can also be fixed.
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Children recover faster with robot assistance

“For parents, the desired benefits are less pain and smaller incisions,” said Dr. Jonathan Gerber, a pediatric urologist at UTMB Health.
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Finding Relief with a Pelvic Floor Disorder

Treatments for pelvic floor disorders are wide-ranging. Dr. Elisha Jackson discusses how urogynecologists, like herself, are well-equipped to perform a full spectrum of treatments.
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Urology and Urogynecology - What's the difference?

Dr. Laith Alzweri and Dr. Ricshonda “Nickie” Milburn discuss the differences between urology and urogynecology and when it’s appropriate to see a specialist.

Complex Collaboration Yields New Quality of Life for Patient

Three days before Rebecca Tipton’s scheduled surgery, she had a moment of worry, concerned that the meticulous plan her doctors developed to treat her urinary incontinence would not be successful. A longtime patient of UTMB Health, Tipton knew her case was more complicated than most.

10-minute Guide to Prostate Cancer

Watch this 10-minute guide to prostate cancer with Dr. Lai, one of UTMB Health's leading urologist.
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Treatment for Overactive Bladder Patients

Overactive bladder (OAB) affects almost 50 percent of women in the United States, presenting as urinary urgency and frequency, with or without urinary leakage.
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A Closer Look at Men's Health

Men’s health has been a trending topic in popular culture recently, often referring to lifestyle, dieting and a picture of man with six-pack abs on a magazine cover. As a urologist who specializes in men’s health, however, I see a bigger picture.
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