What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)? A UTI is an infection in the urinary tract. Infections are caused by microbes—organisms too...

What is urinary retention? Urinary retention is the inability to empty the bladder completely. Urinary retention can be acute or chronic....

What is a spermatocele? A spermatocele is also called an epididymal cyst. It is a fluid-filled cyst or sac, located above and behind...

What are simple kidney cysts? Simple kidney cysts are abnormal, fluid-filled sacs that form in the kidneys. Simple kidney cysts are...

What is pyelonephritis? Pyelonephritis is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI) that affects one or both kidneys. What is the urinary...

Table of contents Introduction and Key Points Treatment Option Overview Treatment Options by Stage Prostate Cancer Prevention What is...

How does diet affect the risk of developing kidney stones? Kidney stones can form when substances in the urine—such as calcium, oxalate,...

What is a kidney stone? A kidney stone is a solid piece of material that forms in a kidney when substances that are normally found in the...

What is a kidney stone? A kidney stone is a solid piece of material that forms in a kidney when substances that are normally found in the...

What is erectile dysfunction (ED)? ED is the inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. ED can be a total...

What is PSA? PSA stands for prostate-specific antigen. It is a common blood test that doctors order to screen for prostate cancer and/or...

Table of contents Please click to navigate to the section of interest Introduction Stages of bladder cancer Treatment overview Treatment...

How is benign prostatic hyperplasia treated? Treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia may include Lifestyle changes Medications...

What is benign prostatic hyperplasia? Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition in men in which the prostate gland is enlarged...