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Introduction Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, yet it’s often surrounded by confusion and anxiety. Many patients ask me whether they should be screened, what the tests mean, and how to know if they’re at risk. The truth is, prostate cancer screening isn’t the same…
Many men believe urinary problems and sexual difficulties are unrelated, but in my medical practice, I often see how closely they’re connected.Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — also known as prostate enlargement — and erectile dysfunction (ED) share many of the same causes.When one improves, the other often does too. Why…
Prostate Symptom Quiz (IPSS) IPSS Assessment Quick Prostate Symptom Quiz (IPSS) Answer the 7 questions below. In under 2 minutes you’ll see your score and what it means. 0/7 answered Please answer all 7 questions to see your result. 1) Incomplete emptying of the bladder Never Less than 1 in…
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. But not every woman has the same risk of developing it. Several factors — some within your control, others not — can raise or lower your chances. In this article, I’ll walk you through the key breast…
By Dr. Emily Langford 🩺 Enlarged Prostate Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore Enlarged prostate symptoms are extremely common as men get older, often affecting urinary habits, sleep quality, and overall well-being.The prostate — a small gland located just below the bladder — naturally increases in size with age. However, when it…