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Frequent Urination at Night? It Might Not Be “Just Aging.” Most men believe frequent urination at night is normal. It’s not. Recent research uncovered a hidden sleep–hormone disruption that affects men over 40 and silently inflames the prostate. Scientists are calling it: MEN Syndrome — Men’s Episodic Nocturnal Syndrome When…
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or prostate enlargement, is one of the most common conditions affecting men over 50. It often leads to symptoms like a weak urine stream, frequent nighttime urination, or the feeling of not fully emptying the bladder.Early BPH treatment can make a huge difference — and the…
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…
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…