Typical Urological Disorders Include:

• Loss of Bladder Control
  Loss of bladder control can men, women and children of all ages. Because of the social difficulties it can create, some people are uncomfortable talking about loss of bladder control with a urologist. Instead they deal with the situation quietly, assuming that nothing can be done. They may stay at home more, or confine their activities to an area within a short distance to a restroom facilities.
  
  Temporary bladder control problems can occur when you take some medications or suffer injury, infection, post-surgical weakness, or pregnancy complications.
  
  Chronic bladder control problems stem from damage to pelvic muscles, stroke, or may be a symptom of another disorder, such as diabetes or a tumor.
  
  The good news is that bladder control problems are treatable. Nearly all bladder control problems can be treated with exercise, medication, or surgery. You are advised to see a urologist if you experience such problems. A urologist will review your medical history and urological complaints to understand your unique situation and advise appropriate treatment.
   
• Impotency
  Impotence is a widespread problem that affects millions of men. It may also occur at any age and at any time in a man's sexual life. While impotence is a problem for men, it also affects couples and families.
  
  A man who is impotent is persistently unable to get or keep an erection that is firm enough for sexual intercourse. He may still have the ability to have an orgasm and father a child, but often can't get or keep his erection. Many men in certain situations or at one time or another during their sexual life are unable to get or keep an erection. This is considered normal and does not necessarily indicate a problem
  
  The good news is that due to recent medical advances, more and more men are discovering that they may overcome impotence and the surrounding feelings of frustration, embarrassment and tension. Please see a urologist for further information and advise.
   
• BPH
  Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy(BPH) is a condition in which the prostate gland becomes very enlarged and may cause problems associated with urination. BPH can raise PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels two to three times higher than the normal level. An increased PSA level does not indicate cancer, but the higher the PSA level, the higher the chance of having cancer.
  
  Some of the signs of BPH and prostate cancer are the same, however, having BPH does not seem to increase the chances of developing prostate cancer. A man who has BPH may also have undetected prostate cancer at the same time or may develop prostate cancer in the future. Therefore, we recommend that all men over 50 consult their physicians about having a digital rectal exam and PSA test once a year to screen for prostate cancer. Please see a physician or urologist for further information and advise.
  
  

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