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Comparing HIFU to Nanoknife
HIFU, or high-intensity focused ultrasound, and NanoKnife, also known as reversible irreversible electroporation, are excellent focal therapies in the treatment of prostate cancer. When we say focal, in the context of cancer treatment, we mean that these…

Comparing HIFU To Radical Prostatectomy & Radiation for Prostate Cancer
Focal high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a less invasive option for qualifying patients who have unilateral intermediate-grade prostate cancer. It is an alternative to radical prostatectomy and radiation. Focal HIFU can target a focused area…

Cialis Vs. Tadalafil – Is There Any Difference?
Let’s dive right in and get you the answer you want. There is no difference between Cialis and Tadalafil. They are the same compound, with Cialis being the brand name approved by the FDA in 2003, and Tadalafil being the generic name (representing a…

Shockwave Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Erectile dysfunction is one of the most disruptive and concerning issues that men’s health specialists and urologists treat. While most cases of erectile dysfunction are physical, they have a distinct psychological effect as well. Men often feel “less…

Should You Drink Less If You Have BPH?
If you are experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms, like getting up to urinate several times each night, having feelings of not fully emptying your bladder, or having urgency or frequency to urinate throughout the day, you likely have a common condition…

Do Under-The-Tongue Dissolvable ED Tablets Work Better Than Pills?
The competition in the market for erectile dysfunction medication is heating up, with more online sellers devising creative ways to try to differentiate themselves from the traditional ED pills offered by urologists. This article will discuss the sublingual…

Should I Get Screened for Prostate Cancer? A Look at the Evidence
Updated for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, September 2024!
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is an enzyme secreted by the prostate gland, a small walnut-shaped organ surrounding the urethra in the lower urinary tract. PSA is produced in small amounts…

Comparing Shockwave Therapy to Laser Lithotripsy for Kidney Stones
When it comes to kidney stones, we have the dubious distinction of living in the stone belt - the southeast United States, where summers get hot and humid, promoting dehydration and kidney stones. As a result, kidney stone management is one of the most…

Returning to Continence After Radical Prostatectomy
When a prostatectomy or removal of the prostate is indicated for prostate cancer, many men are concerned about their urinary function and long-term leakage because of their procedure. All men will experience some form of leakage initially after their…