Browsing: Men’s Health

King Charles III has received medical treatment for an enlarged prostate, a condition common among men his age, Buckingham Palace announced. The monarch has what is clinically known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). But what does BPH mean? Dr Ronny Tan and Dr Lie Kwok Ying, Urologists of Advanced Urology Associates, Singapore, help to explain the condition. They also advise on treatment options for this common condition, such as transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and prostatic urethral lift (PUL).

This meticulous surgery required the combined expertise of specialists in kidney surgery, transplantation, and functional urology. The team delicately sutured the patient’s buccal mucosa to the ureter, ensuring a blood supply through the omentum. The choice of the buccal mucosa was strategic, given its resilience and compatibility with urinary tract tissues.

Dr Koh stated, “The symptoms of prostatitis depend on the type of prostatitis as mentioned above. Acute bacterial prostatitis can cause fever, pain in urination, pain in the pelvic region, urgency and frequency of urination, chills and rigours. Chronic prostatitis may give rise to a long-standing ache in the perineum. It is usually diagnosed with examination of the prostate through a digital rectal examination, blood tests and urine tests.”

Paraphimosis is a less commonly discussed yet important urological condition that can have serious implications if not treated promptly.  This…

A hydrocele is a collection of fluid inside the scrotum of a male. This fluid surrounds the testis and is contained within a lining called tunica vaginalis.

When the topic of urinary tract infections (UTIs) arises, many immediately associate it with women. However, what often goes unnoticed is that men, too, can fall prey to this uncomfortable ailment. This article sheds light on UTIs in both genders, emphasising that it’s a concern everyone should be aware of. We get insights from Dr Shirley Bang, Specialist Urologist, Advanced Urology Associates, specialising in functional and reconstruction urology, and female and general urology.

In a world that is increasingly open about health, erectile dysfunction (ED) remains a somewhat taboo topic. Despite evolving societal norms, erectile dysfunction (ED) remains a topic shrouded in silence in many Asian communities. We get insights into erectile dysfunction with Dr Ronny Tan, consultant urologist and andrologist from Advanced Urology.

In a shocking turn of events, popular YouTube bodybuilding star and fitness influencer, Jo Lindner, known to his fans as Joesthetics, has died unexpectedly from an aneurysm in Thailand. 

Vasectomy, a surgical procedure for male contraception, is a popular choice among men seeking a long-term solution for preventing pregnancy.…

Prime Minister Hun Sen has issued a warning about the ongoing threat of HIV infections in Cambodia, particularly among men who have sex with men.