Urinary Tract Obstruction : Causes
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Causes could include:
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Pelvic Neoplasms
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Ureteral Calculi
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Obstructive uropathy occurs when urine cannot drain through a ureter (a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. Urine backs up into the kidney and causes it to become swollen (hydronephrosis. Obstructive uropathy is grouped accord...
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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.
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on the most common types of prostate disease, including prostatism, prostatitis, prostatalgia, benign prostatic hyperplasia, impotence (erectile dysfunction), and urinary incontinence
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Botulinum toxin (Botox) is deadly when found in contaminated food, but in miniscule doses, it's useful in treating a variety of medical problems, including skin conditions and, possibly, benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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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...
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Men who are on medication for BPH (enlarged prostate gland) may want to consider switching to a different class of medication, depending on general health and other medications they may be taking.
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Discussion of various herbal and alternative treatments for enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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Comparing new and older treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition that affects millions of older men.
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An examination of new drugs used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer. Includes a medication comparison chart.
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Experts discuss the various types of surgical treatments available for benign prostatic hyperplasia, the benefits and risks of each type, and when surgery should be considered, if at all.
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Experts discuss which patients need medication for BPH, the various types of medication available, their known side effects, whether or not one medication is more effective, and possible interactions with other medications.
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The best weapon against prostate cancer is catching it early.
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Two studies of men with benign prostatic hyperplasia who took NSAIDs found conflicting results: one group were more likely to suffer from acute urinary retention, while another showed a reduced risk of BPH symptoms.
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Perspectives conducts a discussion with medical experts about the various types of complementary therapy, such as certain foods, herbs, and supplements, used by men with prostate disease.
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Bladder cancer is a malignant tumor within the bladder. In the United States, bladder cancers usually start from the cells lining the bladder (transitional cells). These tumors may be classified based on their growth pattern: Papillary tumors have a wart-like appearance and are attached to a stalk. Nonpapillary tumors are much less common, but they are more invasive and have a poorer prognosis.
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Detailed information on bladder cancer, including symptoms, types, causes, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of bladder cancer.
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Bladder stones are hard buildups of mineral that form in the urinary bladder.
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Bladder stones are crystalline masses that form from the minerals and proteins, which naturally occur in urine. These types of stones are much less common than kidney stones .
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Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina.
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Cervical cancer is a disease in which the cells of the cervix become abnormal and start to grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. In the United States, cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women aged 35-54, and the third most common cancer of the female reproductive tract.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of cervical cancer.
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Detailed information on cervical cancer, including precancerous conditions of the cervix, risk factors, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Can You Get Checked for Cervical Cancer Before You Have Symptoms?Screening tests check for signs of cancer in people who don’t have any symptoms.
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Cervical cancer is a disease in which the cells of the cervix become abnormal and start to grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. In the United States, cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer among women aged 35-54, and the third most common cancer of the female reproductive tract.
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Pap tests can discover changes in the cervix before they become cancerous. The chance of being cured is higher when doctors find the cancer in its early stages before it has spread.
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Cervical Cancer: A Survivor's StoryBy: Debra SicklesMy name is Debra and I was diagnosed with cervical cancer. I underwent a radical hysterectomy at the age of 37.
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Invasive cervical cancer affects nearly 12,800 women in the United States annually, and in approximately 5,000 of these women the disease will be fatal. The incidence of cervical cancer is bimodal, with two peaks occurring between thirty-five years and sixty-four years of age.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about tests used to detect or screen for cervical cancer.
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Statistics About Cervical CancerSome people use numbers called statistics to figure out their chances of getting cancer. Or they use them to try to figure out their chance of being cured.
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Types of Treatment for Cervical CancerYour doctor may recommend a specific treatment. Or, he or she may offer you a choice of which one you’d like to follow.
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What Are the Symptoms of Cervical Cancer?Women with precancerous lesions in their cervix usually have no symptoms.
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer because you can control the risk factors. A screening test is available, as is a vaccine for girls and young women.
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One important way to reduce your risk is by getting regular Pap tests. Another is doing what you can to prevent high-risk HPV.
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Many women don’t have symptoms of cervical cancer. Sometimes your doctor may first see signs of cancer during a pelvic exam or a Pap test.
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What Happens During Surgery for Cervical Cancer?When a woman has surgery for cervical cancer, the doctor will try to remove the tumor and not leave any cancer cells behind.
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What Happens During Chemotherapy for Cervical Cancer?Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about factors that may increase the risk of developing cervical cancer and about approaches that may help in the prevention of this disease.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cervical CancerHere are some answers to frequently asked questions about cervical cancer.Q: What is cancer of the cervix?A: Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix.
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Making the Decision to Have Radiation Therapy for Cervical CancerIf you have radiation therapy, you’ll see a doctor called aradiation oncologist. This doctor sets the treatment plan.
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Do What You Can to Ease Side Effects of Treatment for Cervical CancerThe side effects of cervical cancer therapy are different for everyone. They depend on these things.The type of surgery you hadWhether or not you are having radiation treatmentsT...
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A vaccine aims to prevent cervical cancer by fighting the strains of human papillomavirus that cause it. The CDC recommends the vaccine be given before puberty, because it is more effective if received before exposure to HPV.
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A Harvard Medical School physician answers your question about the development of vaccines that could potentially prevent cervical cancer.
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Studies of the cervical cancer vaccine found that it was most effective when given before the start of sexual activity, but the benefits and risks of the vaccine over time are still not fully known.
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According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 3,710 women will die from cervical cancer in the United States during 2005. Death rates are dropping, though, because more
women are being screened for it. To learn more about cervical cancer and prevention, take this quiz.
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Can a woman's cervical cancer cause cancer in her husband?
Harvey B. Simon, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and a member of the Health Sciences Technology Faculty at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is the founding editor of Harvard Men's Health Watch (www.health.harvard.edu) and the author of six consumer health books, including The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men's Health (Simon and Schuster, 2002) and The No Sweat Exercise Plan. Lose Weight, Get Healthy and Live Longer (McGraw-Hill, 2006). Dr. Simon practices at the Massachusetts General Hospital; he received the London Prize for Excellence in Teaching from Harvard and MIT.
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This assessment is valid for women between the ages of 21 and 69 who have had sexual intercourse at least once and who have not had a hysterectomy with removal of the cervix.
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Colon cancer is cancer that starts in the large instestine (colon) or the rectum (end of the colon). Such cancer is sometimes referred to as "colorectal cancer." When cancer starts in the lining of an organ such as the large intestine, it is called a carcinoma . Other types of colon cancer such as lymphoma , carcinoid tumors, melanoma , and sarcomas are rare. In this article, use of the term "colon cancer" refers to colon carcinoma and not the other, more rare types of colon cancer.
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Cancer of the colon is the disease characterized by the development of malignant cells in the lining or epithelium of the first and longest portion of the large intestine. Malignant cells have lost normal control mechanisms governing growth.
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Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of colon cancer.
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Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. An estimated 147,000 new cases will be diagnosed this year. About 57,000 people will die from the disease.
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Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute. Your risk for developing colorectal cancer increases with age, but other lifestyle factors and genetics also play a role.
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The richest sources of fiber are found in fruits, vegetables, beans, cereals, and whole grains. Fiber is best known for its ability to promote bowel regularity.
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To reduce the risk of colon cancer, people should cut back on red meat, get regular exercise, maintain a healthy weight, and get a first colonoscopy at age 50.
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A guide to the tests available for screening colon, lung, and skin cancers, and how to determine whether they're right for you.
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After several conflicting studies, recent research provides evidence that dietary fiber has a preventive effect on colon cancer. Includes information regarding the fiber content of a variety of foods.
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This report explains the third most common form of cancer, new screening tests, risk factors, and advanced surgeries and medications.
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A number of studies have shown a link between increased consumption of red meat and an increased risk of colon cancer. Dietary changes and regular exercise are the best options for reducing one's risk.
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Cancer of the colon is the disease characterized by the development of malignant cells in the lining or epithelium of the first and longest portion of the large intestine. Malignant cells have lost normal control mechanisms governing growth.
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While estrogen therapy after menopause has been criticized for its negative side effects, some research is suggesting that the hormone may help reduce the risk of colon cancer in women.
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Retroperitoneal fibrosis is a disorder in which the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder are blocked by a fibrous mass in the back of the abdomen.
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