Male incontinence
What is male incontinence? Male incontinence refers to the unintentional leakage of urine in men. It can significantly impact a man’s quality of life and can be caused by various underlying health conditions. Potential symptoms The symptoms of male incontinence can vary depending on the type and cause but generally include: […]
Female Incontinence
What is female incontinence? Female incontinence refers to the involuntary leakage of urine in women. It is a common and often distressing problem that can affect women of all ages. It can occur due to a variety of reasons, including pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and certain medical conditions. Potential symptoms The symptoms of […]
Recurrent UTIs
Understanding recurrent UTIs Recurrent UTIs (urinary tract Infections) are defined as having two or more infections in six months or three or more infections in a year. These infections can affect any part of the urinary system, including the urethra, bladder, ureters, and kidneys, the most common being bladder infection (cystitis). […]
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTs)
Understanding lower urinary tract symptoms Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTs) are characterised by a variety of symptoms related to problems with the lower urinary tract, which includes the bladder, urethra, (and prostate in men). These symptoms can affect both men and women and may significantly impact quality of life and may indicate an underlying […]
Oncology Treatments for Prostate Cancer
External Beam Radical Radiotherapy(EBRT) The aim of this type of treatment is to use radiation beams from outside the body to destroy prostate cancer cells. Although efforts are made to only treat the prostate, some radiation may fall outside the prostate causing some injury; this is usually organs nearby i.e. bladder and […]
Active surveillance
Active surveillance is a management strategy we use at Birmingham Urology Centre. It’s designed for men diagnosed with low-risk, localised prostate cancer that is not causing significant symptoms and is expected to grow very slowly. This approach involves closely monitoring your condition with regular tests and avoiding immediate invasive treatments unless the […]
Watchful waiting
What is it? This is a way of monitoring prostate cancer where the aim is to avoid unnecessary treatment and the treatment side effects. The rationale is to avoid treatment side effects and treatment in men where curative treatment may not be appropriate. Who is it for? Men unsuitable or unfit for […]
Radical Prostatectomy
What is it? This involves complete removal of the prostate,the seminal vesicles and part of the water pipewhich runs through the prostate. The water pipeis then re-connected to the bladder. The lymphnodes are sometimes also removed. What are the surgical options? Laparoscopic (key hole) or robotic Open What does surgery involve? […]
Vasectomy reversal
What is it? This involves re-joining the ends of the vas which have been disconnected. The vas is the tube which transports sperm in the scrotum. How will I be assessed? You will be seen by a Urologist who will take a history and then examine the scrotum. The procedure will be […]
Penile cancer
What is it? This is a rare cancer with over 600 new cases diagnosed every year in the UK. It usually affects men aged over 60 years although younger men are being increasingly diagnosed. As it’s a rare cancer, its treatment is in dedicated specialist centres. The prognosis can be good if […]
