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Impact of Incontinence on Your Life

Incontinence affects approximately 200 million people in the world, including 25 million Americans every year. This is the most common problem among seniors, but few older adults are willing to talk to their doctors about it. They may be embarrassed or think that this is just part of aging and they...

Can an Adult Get Circumcised?

Adult circumcision refers to a reconstructive procedure where excess skin is removed from the shaft. American men circumcise most of their male partners. Baby boys are often circumcised. Many people are shocked to find out that adults can request this procedure. We actually get a lot of inquiries...

Are Bladder Stones Painful?

Bladder stones are formed when minerals in urine (pee), crystalize in the bladder and clump together. These stones are more likely to form when urine remains in the bladder after you urinate, or when you hold your urine for long periods of time without going to the bathroom. Stones can lead to...

Caring for Someone with Incontinence

The emotional burden you may feel when trying to take care of someone in this condition seems to get heavier when incontinence comes into play… Caring for a loved one can be difficult when they have certain physical, emotional, and medical needs that they can’t take care of on their own...

Can Prostate Cancer Spread?

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Supporting Your Partner with Erectile Dysfunction

When a partner has been dealing with the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, there can be a lot of frustration for both parties involved. One hopeful note is that there are many effective treatments available, so it’s important to support your partner through this medical journey. So, how does one go...

4 Types of Kidney Stones

Anyone can develop a kidney stone, but they are much more common in men and people between the ages of 30 and 60. While kidney stones don’t typically pose a serious health risk when diagnosed and treated, as many as half a million people visit the emergency room every year due to kidney stone...

What Pain During Intercourse Could Mean for Women

When it comes to painful sex for women, the first thing you should consider is that the problem may be more common than you might think it affects up to 18% of women worldwide. Also called dyspareunia, pain during intercourse can develop for many reasons, some more common than others. At...

Talking to Your Partner About Vaginal Rejuvenation

Vaginal rejuvenation is a life-changing treatment that can give your most important parts a new breath of life, getting rid of years of toxicity and wastefulness. If you are looking to feel refreshed and renewed, you may be wanting to learn more about this fabulous procedure. But if talking about...

How to Prevent Recurrent UTIs

Each year, more than 8.1 million adults (more women than men) go to the doctor because they have a urinary tract infection (UTI). Your urinary tract is the four-part pathway that makes up your urinary system. It includes: Kidneys: filter your blood and produce urine waste Ureters: tubes that carry...