Urology A to Z

Your adrenal glands help produce hormones. An adrenal tumor can get in the way and disrupt normal activity in men and women.

Circumcision is often done at birth. But some uncircumcised men have a reason to be circumcised as an adult.

Because every prostate cancer patient is unique, every treatment plan is unique – personalized to your individual situation. At MidLantic Urology our goal is to provide exceptional cancer care close to your home.

As a man ages, his prostate typically grows. This growth can restrict the tissue surrounding it, causing a number of issues, including a gradual loss of bladder function. We can help.

Bladder cancer is a common cancer which is highly treatable when diagnosed early. Find out what to look for.

When bleeding occurs from the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate, or urethra, it passes through urine, often tinting it pink to brown. While most causes of hematuria are not serious, we recommend an evaluation to rule out more serious conditions.

A tender lump or mass behind your testicle could be epididymitis-orchitis, an inflammation or infection of this sperm-carrying tube.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the decreased ability to obtain or maintain an erection satisfactory for you and/or your partner. It’s the most common sexual problem reported by men.

Although non-cancerous, a hydrocele may alarm you. It’s a sometimes painful lump that can be felt in your scrotum.

Far more common in women than men, interstitial cystitis causes bladder pressure, pain in the bladder and pelvic region, and sometimes pain with intercourse.

The kidneys filter out toxic substances from our blood before it circulates to the heart, but sometimes cancerous tumors can form in the kidneys.

When kidney stones form, they block the passage in the urinary tract and can be extremely painful. We invest in the most advanced, immediate care.

When a man’s testosterone hormone level is low, it can reduce his sex drive, and cause both irritability and erectile dysfunction. Low T may also cause weight gain, fatigue, decreased muscle, and increased body fat. We can treat Low T and get your sex life back on track.

If you’re unable to conceive after a year of trying, there’s a good chance you’ll still be able to bear a child. Read about the causes of infertility and how your urologist may help.

That sudden urge to urinate can be frustrating and difficult to control. But it’s treatable.

Penile cancer is a rare disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the penis. Fewer than one man in 100,000 in the United States is diagnosed with it each year.

Peyronie’s disease is a condition that causes penile curvature, indentation, and loss of length upon erection. Some find it awkward to talk about, so let us help you start the conversation.

It may look like a rubber band or tight ring of foreskin around the tip of your penis. Phimosis or paraphimosis, which can occur in uncircumcised men, makes it difficult and painful to retract your foreskin.

Sometimes emotional or physical events interfere with a man’s ability to maintain control, but it may be caused by a separate medical issue.

Weak muscles at the floor of the pelvis can cause a woman’s bladder, uterus, or other organs to drop into the vagina. Learn why and how prolapse can be treated.

Prostate cancer occurs in one out of eight men in the U.S. during his lifetime. Early detection means more options for treatment and an increased chance of survival.

Prostate problems aren’t unusual, especially as you age. And most are highly treatable. Learn more.

Prostatitis is a condition of the prostate/pelvis associated with either inflammation, infection, or pain in the prostate/pelvic area.

Prostate specific antigen, also known as PSA, are proteins made in the prostate. They circulate in the bloodstream. A blood test can indicate if your PSA level is elevated which could indicate an enlarged prostate (BPH), urinating issues, infection of the bladder or prostate cancer.

When caught early, testicular cancer is highly treatable.

More common in men than women, urethral stricture blocks urine flow and can cause many problems if not treated.

Stress incontinence is the accidental leakage of urine that occurs when the abdomen contracts from sudden movements, such as sneezing, coughing, laughing, or exercise. It is the most common form of incontinence among women.

Male stress incontinence is the unintentional loss of urine due to exertion or excessive pressure on the bladder.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common infection that occurs in any part of the urinary system. A UTI is the abnormal growth of bacteria and occurs more often in women than men.

Think of it as varicose veins behind the testicle. These enlarged, distended veins often cause no symptoms but should be treated. Learn more.

A vasectomy is a common, voluntary procedure for men who wish to no longer have children. It doesn’t affect a man’s ability to perform sexually or achieve orgasm.

In some cases, fertility may be restored in men who have undergone a vasectomy through a reversed surgical procedure; however, it is important to know the facts.