Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition in which the prostate becomes enlarged. Although this condition is not typically life-threatening or dangerous, it can cause a number of uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, effective treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia are available. What Causes Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? As a man gets older, his prostate naturally becomes larger. Scientists are […]
Professional Designation Helps Patients Confidently Choose Specialty Care Carrie Collin of Georgia Urology –the largest urology practice in the Southeast– recently received her designation as a Certified Urologic Nurse Practitioner. Patients can confidently choose Georgia Urology knowing providers such as Collin strive for excellence in their field. “We’re proud of Carrie for achieving this certification,” […]
After surviving a trio of brain surgeries to remove a tumor, Victor Bedzyk, a retired electrical engineer, would face yet another health challenge: prostate cancer. In late 2016, Bedzyk received the news from Dr. Brent Sharpe. With Bedzyk’s prostate-specific antigen (PSA) numbers on the rise, Dr. Sharpe suggested a prostate biopsy. The test came back […]
