By Mr Andrew Ballaro
23.07.20
Urology
COVID-19 guidance for prostate cancer examinations, diagnosis and treatment
Have you considered when to get your prostate tested? And what happens now with prostate examinations and treatment in the times of the COVID-19 pandemic? Mr Andrew Ballaro is working through the pandemic assisting new and existing patients with their prostate health. Read for his advice on how to navigate looking after your prostate health during the pandemic.
By Mr Andrew Ballaro
10.07.20
Urology
Living with an enlarged prostate: what are my treatment options?
Prostate enlargement is very common and happens to most men as they age. In most cases, the condition does not need treatment and can be managed by simply making lifestyle changes. For other men, symptoms may be persistent and medical treatment may be required. Read more from our expert urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro on what these options are.
By Mr Tim Dudderidge
29.06.20
Urology
HIFU treatment: a major step forward in the fight against prostate cancer
The advances in technology have given us a revolutionary treatment for men battling against prostate cancer - high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU). Mr Tim Dudderidge, one of our top consultant urologists and one of the very few surgeons who can perform HIFU routinely at Southampton General Hospital, explains what this treatment is exactly and how it can improve the lives of many men with the disease.
By Mr Rajesh Kavia
18.06.20
Urology
Kidney stones: what to be aware of
Kidney stones are very common. In some people they are asymptomatic but in others who have larger stones, it can be a very painful experience. Here, one of our leading urologists Mr Rajesh Kavia explains when you should visit a doctor and what the possible treatment options are.
By Mr Vibhash Mishra
08.06.20
Urology
Why blood in urine should not be ignored
Seeing blood in your urine when you go to the toilet can be daunting but the best thing is to visit your GP straight away in order to have tests to rule out any serious conditions such as bladder cancer. Here, one of our leading urologists Mr Vibhash Mishra explains why this is important.
By Mr Neil Haldar
05.06.20
Urology
Prostate cancer treatment: how to reduce the side effects of radiotherapy
Radiotherapy in prostate cancer treatment can leave patients with unpleasant side effects, such as an increase in the need to urinate and difficulty in even starting urination. SpaceOAR® Hydrogel can help minimise these side effects of radiotherapy. One of our leading urologists Mr Neil Haldar explains more.
By Mr Neil Haldar
26.05.20
Urology
Radical prostatectomy: survival rate
If you may be undergoing a radical prostatectomy soon for prostate cancer you will want to know what the survival rate is as well as information about further treatment after the surgery. We spoke to leading urologist, Mr Neil Haldar to find out more information about the procedure and what to expect.
By Mr Vibhash Mishra
22.05.20
Urology
Urinary incontinence during the COVID-19 pandemic
For patients who experience urinary incontinence, they may be wondering how their treatment will progress during the COVID-19 pandemic. We recently spoke to leading urologist, Mr Vibhash Mishra, to find out more about treatment for urinary incontinence during this time and how video consultations can help 'ascertain the type of incontinence'.
By Mr Neil Haldar
20.05.20
Urology
PSA monitoring after radical prostatectomy
We found out from leading urologist, Mr Neil Haldar, what measures should be taken once a radical prostatectomy is completed. We found out exactly what undetectable PSA after radical prostatectomy is and more information about checking whether there are remaining cancer cells after radical prostatectomy.
By Mr Neil Haldar
13.05.20
Urology
Radical prostatectomy: preparation and recovery
Radical prostatectomy require measures prior to the prodcedure. Once you have the surgery, a number of lifestyle changes will need to be made and it can take a while to recover. We recently spoke to leading urologist Mr Neil Haldar to find out more infortmation about what to expect from radical prostatectomy surgery.
Popular medical articles
Highlighted medical articles