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Specific Risk Factors Articles

Enlarged prostate
The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body. An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they get older. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems. An enlarged prostate is often called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy. It is not cancer, and it does not raise your risk for prostate cancer.
Source:ADAM
Date:November 1, 2007
Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)TURP is a type of surgery used to treat a benign enlargement of the prostate, also known asBPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia). This surgical treatment removes prostate tissue to relieve pressure on the...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Bladder outlet obstruction
Bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) is a blockage at the base of the bladder that reduces or prevents the flow of urine into the urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the body.
Source:ADAM
Date:June 13, 2006
Epididymitis
Epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis, the tubular structure that connects the testicle with the vas deferens.
Source:ADAM
Date:August 24, 2006
Epididymitis
Epididymitis is the inflammation or infection of the epididymis, the long coiled tube that attaches to the upper part of each testicle. The epididymis functions as a storage, transport, and maturation place for sperm before ejaculation.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
What Are Epididymitis and Orchitis?
Behind each testicle is a coiled tube called the epididymis. Epididymitis is an inflammation of the epididymis. When the inflammation spreads to a testicle, it is called orchitis.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Epididymitis
Epididymitis is inflammation or infection of the epididymis. In this long coiled tube attached to the upper part of each testicle, sperm mature and are stored before ejaculation.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Treating Epididymitis and Orchitis
Treating Epididymitis and OrchitisTreatment includes medication to get rid of the bacteria and relieve discomfort. Resting, supporting the scrotum, and using ice packs can help relieve your symptoms.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Urinary Catheterization
Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter into a patient ' s bladder. The catheter is used as a conduit to drain urine from the bladder into an attached bag or container.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Catheterization, Female
Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter through the urethra into the urinary bladder for withdrawal of urine. Straight catheters are used for intermittent withdrawals; indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Catheterization, Male
Urinary catheterization is the procedure of inserting a catheter through the urethra into the bladder to remove urine. Intermittent catheterization is performed for periodic relief of bladder distension; indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Self-Catheterization for Men
Self-Catheterization for MenThis is what you’ll need:Soap and warm water, or a moist toweletteClean catheterWater-soluble lubricating jelly (notpetroleum jelly)Toilet or basinSelf-catheterization helps you empty your bladder if it doesn’t empty by...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Self-Catheterization for Women
Self-catheterization helps you empty your bladder if it doesn’t empty by itself. It also helps if your bladder doesn’t empty all the way.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Urethritis
Urethritis is inflammation of the urethra from any cause.
Source:ADAM
Date:May 3, 2006
Urethritis
Urethritis is an inflammation of the urethra that is usually caused by an infection. The urethra is the canal that moves urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Urinary Tract Infections in Men
Men can get different kinds of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Knowing which kind of infection you have may help you prevent future UTIs.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Urinary tract infection
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection that can happen anywhere along the urinary tract -- the kidneys, the ureters (the tubes that take urine from each kidney to the bladder), the bladder, or the urethra (the tube that empties urine from the bladder to the outside).
Source:ADAM
Date:July 23, 2007
Urinary Tract Infections in Women
Women can get different kinds of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Knowing which kind of infection you have may help you prevent future UTIs.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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