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TwitterFoamy urine is most often a sign of protein in the urine. The kidneys filter the blood. Their job is to get rid of what we do not need and return what we do need to the blood stream. Protein should be returned to the blood. If you have foamy urine there is a good [...]
Articles About Urology
Weak Bladder Medication vs. Surgery
When people have incontinence they sometimes say that they have a weak bladder. There are different types of incontinence and not all can be attributed to a weak bladder. Bladder leakage could be the result of urinary tract infection rather than a weak bladder. Other symptoms of bladder infection include pain or burning during urination [...]
Top 5 Urine Odor Causes Not To Miss
Urine odor is just one of many ways that urine can help warn of health problems. Normally urine of a healthy person does not have a very strong smell. Here are the top 5 causes of urine odor not to miss: 1. Dehydration. People who are dehydrated will have an ammonia urine odor that [...]
Quitting Smoking and Erectile Dysfunction
The link between smoking and erectile dysfunction is one that is scientifically proven. Smoking has a number of physical effects on the body, and many of these can cause erectile dysfunction and impotence. Studies have shown that the higher the number of cigarettes smoked per day was, the higher the risk of erectile dysfunction in [...]
Top 10 Herbal Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction
1. Ginkgo Biloba – This is one of the most popular herbal remedies for erectile dysfunction. Ginkgo Biloba had been used for hundreds of years in Chinese medicine, to treat erection difficulties and as an aphrodisiac. 2. Horny Goat Weed – Horny Goat Weed can help in some cases of male menopause. This herb is [...]
7 Myths About Erectile Dysfunction Remedies
1. One of the biggest myths concerning erectile dysfunction remedies is that a pill will usually fix the problem. For many men there may be both physical and psychological factors at work, and a quick fix is not possible in many cases. 2. In some cases low testosterone levels will cause ED, but in most [...]
Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men Causes
Erectile dysfunction in young men can be caused by a number of different things, and this condition is one that can normally be resolved with a little treatment. One of the biggest causes of male impotence with younger men is stress and anxiety, as well as other psychological reasons, but there are physical causes that [...]
Suprapubic Catheter Care
If you have had a suprapubic catheter put in then understanding the proper care that is required to prevent infection and make sure that the catheter drains properly is crucial. Unlike urethral catheterization, where the catheter is placed in the bladder through the urethra, a suprapubic catheter is inserted directly into the bladder through a [...]
Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate Gland
All men should understand the symptoms of enlarged prostate, as well as the signs of a prostate infection, so they know when to consult a physician for these concerns. An enlarged prostate occurs in most older men and is a benign condition normally, but prostate cancer can also cause enlargement of the gland and some [...]
Prostate Infection Cure: Myths and Facts
A prostate infection can be a big cause for concern among men, and there are many myths which surround this condition which can make it even more worrisome. Urethral catheterization may cause an infection if the prostate if bacteria is introduced during the process, and there are many other causes as well. Below are some [...]
Bladder Catheter Types
There is a variety of bladder catheter types to choose from for effective bladder drainage, depending on your specific condition and catheter requirements. A catheter may be needed for a number of reasons, including urge incontinence or being unable to urinate and completely empty the bladder, and in some cases certain surgical procedures or medical [...]
Prostate Hyperplasia – How to Deal with This Condition?
While women suffer from urinary tract infections more often than men, males have a condition to deal with of their very own. This condition is called prostate hyperplasia. The prostate gland located between the urethra, a tube which urine flows through, and the bladder where the urine is collected. Aging causes this gland to slowly [...]
Symptoms of Bladder Infection in Women
Although bladder infections are experience by men and women alike, it seems that women are more prone to acquiring such a condition. Doctors feel the reason for this is due to the shorter urethra and the physical location, an area where bacteria will migrate to and settle. With early treatment and at the first symptoms [...]
Urinary Tract Infection Home Remedy – What to Use?
A bacterial infection affecting the urinary tract is called a urinary tract infection. Cystitis is one of the most common urinary tract infections which involves the lower urinary tract. When the upper bladder is infected with bacteria, this is known as pyelonephritis, the more serious of the two. Urinary tract infections are more common to [...]
Top 10 Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection originates in the kidneys, ureters, urethra, or bladder, all components of the urinary system. There is a possibility of any area of the urinary system becoming infected. However, most often this condition is within the lower urinary tract area, which is the urethra and bladder. Women are more prone to urinary [...]
Top 10 Factors Affecting Urinary Frequency
Urinary frequency is an uncomfortable symptom derived by a number of possible conditions. When a person produces more than a usual volume of urine, or even a standard amount, and still feels the need to urinate more frequently, this is known as urinary frequency. Urge incontinence is a bit different than urinary frequency as such [...]
Urinary Incontinence Surgery: 10 Tips for Fast Recovery
Many know what a nuisance it is to suffer from bladder leakage and urinary frequency. When there is an abundance of output from the bladder, this is known as urinary inconsistency. Such urinary conditions are more common in women than in men. Urethral catheterization is often used to empty bladders of urine. This method commonly [...]
Cloudy Urine Symptoms – Should I Be Concerned?
There are several reasons one may experience cloudy urine symptoms. Some may cause more concern than others. For instance, when experiencing cloudy urine from eating a certain vegetable or taking a particular vitamin or medication, there is no need to be concerned. However, if there are underlying conditions with cloudy urine symptoms, closer attention may [...]
Cloudy Urine and Diabetes: Myths and Facts
Cloudy urine and diabetes are thought by many to be directly related. Although this may be true in some instances, cloudy urine and diabetes do not always have a connection. While abnormal urine color is not a direct symptom of diabetes, cloudy urine causes are most likely due to either other various diabetic issues, or [...]
Pregnancy and Cloudy Urine – What Is The Connection?
There are many possible causes of pregnancy and cloudy urine, most of which are treatable without danger to the mother or unborn child. Cloudy urine causes may stem from a certain food. Consuming an excessive amount of dairy or a hefty meal at bedtime is a common cause of cloudy urine the next morning. This [...]