by Steve Swearengin | Sep 25, 2020 | Prostate Health
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is one of the most common conditions that can affect the male prostate. Over 50% of men between the ages of 51 and 60 experience it to varying degrees. Though non-cancerous, BPH can cause a number of issues including discomfort and...
by Steve Swearengin | Aug 25, 2020 | General Urology, Prostate Health
Tamsulosin, best known under the brand name Flomax, is commonly used to treat non-cancerous prostate conditions such as BPH and prostatitis. In fact, since hitting the market in 1996, Flomax has become the most popular form of treatment for enlarged...
by Steve Swearengin | Aug 6, 2020 | Prostate Health
Prostate cancer is a very real possibility for any man. Around 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lifetime. Common symptoms of prostate cancer may include difficulty urinating, painful urination, loss of bladder control, blood in...
by Steve Swearengin | Jul 1, 2020 | Men's Health, Prostate Health
Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer among men. It typically affects men over the age of 50, with your chances increasing every year after that. Thankfully, it’s highly treatable as long as its detected in time. All men should start having their...
by Steve Swearengin | Jun 9, 2020 | Men's Health, Prostate Health
The prostate is a walnut sized gland located in men below their bladder. Though it serves the important function of secreting prostate fluid, which is a vital component of semen, it’s also known to cause problems as men age. In fact, prostate cancer is the second most...
by Steve Swearengin | Feb 19, 2020 | Men's Health, Prostate Health
Over the course of man’s life, his prostate will go through two main growth cycles. The first happens early on in puberty. During this time, the prostate will double in size. It will then remain the same until around age 25 when the second phase begins. Once the...
