Clear answers from our urologists

Enlarged Prostate (BPH)

• Questions to ask before choosing an enlarged prostate procedureAsk these questions.
• Enlarged Prostate: what about natural treatments?Supplements like saw palmetto haven't shown clear benefit in good studies.
• Enlarged Prostate: will I need surgery?Most men don't.

Urinary Retention

• InterStim for Urinary Retention: what happens during the trial?A thin wire is placed near the sacral nerves in a short procedure.

Overactive Bladder

• Altaviva: how long does the procedure take?Placement is usually a short outpatient procedure, often under an hour, using local numbing and sometimes light sedation.
• I can't hold my pee anymore: why?Sudden urges you can't control are often overactive bladder.

Stress Incontinence

• Is Bulkamid permanent?Bulkamid is designed to stay in place long-term, and many women have lasting results.

Prostate Cancer Drugs

• Leuprolide (Lupron Depot, Eligard): what is it?Leuprolide is a hormone shot that lowers testosterone, which slows prostate cancer growth.

Prostate Cancer

• What is HIFU for prostate cancer?HIFU stands for high-intensity focused ultrasound.
• What are Barrigel and fiducial markers?Before prostate radiation, tiny gold markers can be placed in the prostate.

Surgery Prep & Recovery

• What should I do the night before urology surgery?Follow your fasting instructions exactly.

Kidney Blockage & Cysts

• What is a swollen kidney (hydronephrosis)?It means a kidney is swollen because urine isn't draining well.

Testosterone & Hormones

• Why am I always tired with no energy: could it be low T?Low testosterone can be one cause, but so can sleep apnea, thyroid problems, and depression.

Kidney Masses & Cancer

• Does ablation get rid of kidney cancer for good?For many small kidney tumors, ablation can control the cancer well.