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The start of a new school year can inspire different emotions for children and their parents. If your child is particularly anxious or nervous about school, those worried feelings can often manifest into something more serious: bedwetting. In a highly-controlled environment such as school, it’s hard for children to be able to follow a strict […]

Urinary incontinence is a problem that affects 13 million people across all ages and genders. While it impacts a multitude of people, urinary incontinence is more common in women and senior adults. It is an issue that is often temporary and can be caused by a range of underlying factors including congenital issues, obesity, urinary […]

Richard Head wasn’t aware there was a blockage in his body that prevented his kidney from functioning properly. He also wasn’t aware that there was blood in his urine, as he was not experiencing any pain or discomfort in these areas. Unfortunately, some health issues do not cause overt symptoms until they’ve turned into severe problems. […]

PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, is a protein in the blood produced by the prostate. It is used as an indicator in a man’s blood to determine the health of the prostate. An elevated PSA can indicate prostate cancer, but other non-cancerous issues can cause elevated PSA as well. Two of the most common non-cancerous causes […]

Urinary incontinence is a problem for women of all ages, but more common as women grow older. It can also sneak up on women because it can start small and increase gradually over time. If you are having issues with bladder control, there are several solutions. Read about bladder control tips for women. Don’t Be […]

As adults, we expect that having “accidents” is a thing of the past. At Georgia Urology, we understand the self-consciousness and embarrassment people who suffer from incontinence can experience. Luckily, those who suffer from this condition are not alone or without help. Incontinence is a common problem, but many adults find a solution in lifestyle […]

Your body’s organ systems work together to keep you healthy and strong, each serving a different but vital purpose in helping your body function. Although many people are embarrassed to think about or discuss their urinary tract, properly caring for the organs in this system can be the difference between feeling great and falling ill. […]

Common Urinary Problems There are a wide range of potential disorders that can occur within a child’s genital or urinary systems. These conditions are often present from birth, but can also develop during early childhood. With proper diagnosis and care most can be treated early in a patient’s life. Some of the most common issues […]

An overactive bladder is a problem for many people today, but fortunately there are treatment solutions available. It is common for people to ignore the symptoms because they don’t actually realize that it is a significant medical problem. Learn more about what causes an overactive bladder how it can be treated below. The Symptoms People […]

Once a year, Larry Thompson gets in his car and drives six hours from his home in Santa Rosa Beach on the Florida Panhandle to see Georgia Urology’s Dr. Mark A. Haber at the practice’s Glenridge office. A retired executive with IBM — he worked there for 35 years, the last 10 of which he […]

People who experience urinary incontinence often feel alone in their struggles, a feeling that is only intensified by the fact that the subject of incontinence is infrequently discussed among even the closest of friends and family members. If you’ve ever felt embarrassed or isolated, rest assured you’re not alone. Not only do a quarter to […]

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a serious condition affecting more than 30 million men worldwide. In addition, 90% of men between 45 and 80 suffer from some form of lower urinary tract symptoms and half of all men will develop BPH symptoms by the age of 60.1, 2 Common Symptoms of BPH Include: Frequent urination […]