Nocturia is a medical condition characterized by the need to wake up during the night one or more times to urinate. It can affect sleep quality and overall health. Nocturia is common among older adults but can occur at any age due to various causes, including urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, diabetes, heart conditions, or...
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Erectile Dysfunction in Paraplegic (Spinal Cord Injuried) Patients
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common issue among paraplegic patients, resulting from the neurological disruptions caused by spinal cord injuries. This condition can significantly impact quality of life, self-esteem, and intimate relationships. Here i will give information about how spinal cord injuries affect the physiological pathways responsible for ED, current diagnostic approaches, and treatment options...
Ureterocele: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
A ureterocele is a congenital (present at birth) condition in which the end of a ureter—the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder—swells and forms a sac-like pouch inside the bladder. This swelling can block the normal flow of urine, leading to urine backup, potential kidney damage, and urinary tract infections (UTIs)....
Renovascular Hypertension: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Renovascular hypertension (RVH) is a type of high blood pressure caused by narrowing (stenosis) of the arteries that supply blood to the kidneys. This narrowing reduces blood flow to the kidneys, leading them to release hormones that increase blood pressure. Common causes include atherosclerosis (buildup of plaque in the arteries) and fibromuscular dysplasia (abnormal growth...
Testicular Cancer and Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection (RPLND)
Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) is a key surgical procedure used to treat testicular cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes. This surgery invvolves the resection of testicular lymh nodes located in the retroperitoneal area. Here i will try to give general information about RPLND. What is retroperitoneal lymph node disection? RPLND is a...
Renal Angiomyolipoma: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Renal angiomyolipoma (AML) is a benign kidney tumor composed of three types of tissues: blood vessels, muscle, and fat. It is the most common benign renal tumor, often found incidentally during imaging for other conditions. Though typically asymptomatic and non-cancerous, larger AMLs can cause symptoms like pain, blood in the urine (hematuria), or kidney function...
Penile Cancer: Causes, Risk Factors and Treatment
Penile cancer is a rare type of cancer that forms in the tissues of the penis, most commonly in the cells of the skin. It primarily affects men over the age of 50 but can occur at any age. The most common form is squamous cell carcinoma, which develops in the flat cells lining the...
Epididiymal Cyst
An epididymal cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops in the epididymis. These cysts are generally benign and painless, though larger cysts can cause discomfort or swelling in the scrotum. Diagnosis is often made through a physical examination and confirmed with an ultrasound. Symptoms may include a painless lump, a sensation of heaviness, or mild...
What is Hydrocele: Causes and Treatment
A hydrocele is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the sac around the testicle, leading to swelling in the scrotum. It is common in newborns but can also occur in older males due to injury or inflammation. Hydroceles are usually painless and harmless, though they may cause discomfort if the swelling...
Nonsurgical Penile Lenghtening
Nonsurgical penile lengthening refers to a variety of methods aimed at increasing the length of the penis without the need for invasive surgical procedures. These approaches may include the use of traction devices, vacuum pumps or pharmacological treatments. Unlike surgery, nonsurgical options are generally considered less risky, but their effectiveness and results can vary. What...