According to studies, consumers pay billions of dollars each year on erectile dysfunction drugs. The most well-known, Cialis, Viagra, and Levitra, may work for some but not for others. Research suggests that ED drugs have a failure rate of 30 to 40%. Additionally, these drugs have side effects that, for some men, are a turn-off. Fortunately, there […]
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Most people give very little thought to urological health. Urinating is a natural mechanical function of the body that we do from the time we are born. Rarely do abnormalities occur and, when they do, they are usually temporary. If you are experiencing abnormal urological symptoms, you can benefit from seeing a urologist. Sometimes this
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In recent years, we have come to recognize just how important vaginal rejuvenation is to women’s overall well-being. The effects of aging, motherhood, and genetics can have a profound effect on a woman’s physical nature. The vaginal canal and external pieces of tissue called the labia can also respond to hormonal changes. Many women experience
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Several urological problems are common today. However, that doesn’t make them familiar to the average person. Here, we discuss one of them, prostatitis, a problem that affects millions of men each year. Prostatitis, simply put, is inflammation of the prostate. This inflammation can result from infection or trauma. Bacterial prostatitis is an infection that develops
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Statistics suggest that one in 10 Americans develops kidney stones at some point. If that person happened to be you, you might want to know a few things. First, you may want to know why you’ve developed a kidney stone. Most people also want to know what to do to get rid of the formation. Kidney
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Thanks to several improvements in surgical techniques in recent years, the success rates of vasectomy reversal have never been better. Generally, between 40 and 90 percent of men who undergo this procedure regain fertility without much delay. This rate is somewhat dependent on factors such as the surgeon’s experience and the length of time that
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Childbirth is typically an incredibly gratifying experience. At the same time, there is no denying the fact that giving birth comes with a downside. The vaginal relaxation that stems from childbirth may not become noticeable until it is coupled with the effects of aging. However and whenever vaginal laxity develops, though, this physical change can
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Many women develop stress urinary incontinence at some point in their life. This condition, in which urine leaks from the bladder during physical stress, has historically been associated with age. In truth, there are a handful of factors that contribute to this unwanted change in bladder control. When women come to our Palm Desert urology practice in
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Experiencing symptoms in the urological system, such as painful urination, can be alarming in and of itself. In light of symptoms, it is vital to obtain a thorough health examination. In addition to performing a comprehensive health history, a urologist may also suggest certain tests to better understand the nature of the current physical condition.
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Vaginal rejuvenation is a common term used today, but one that may create a certain connotation that doesn’t fit. At Valley Urologic Medical Group, patients from Palm Springs, La Quinta, and the Rancho Mirage area can find the full extent of information needed to understand procedures that can elevate their quality of life. Here, we
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The urology specialists at Urologic Institute, aided by the latest medical technology, provide you with personalized care, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and follow-up support.