Urology

Your urologic health is important. From diseases of the male and female urinary tract to male reproductive organs, our urology articles, videos, and guides offer vital information to patients from all walks of life.

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Help Prevent Kidney Stones with a Low-Oxalate Diet

January 13, 2016

Prevent kidney stones by following this diet plan to help you eat foods low in oxalate and avoid foods high in oxalate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: diet, kidney stones, low-oxalate, nutrition
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Pelvic Floor Disorder (PFD): What You Need to Know

November 11, 2015

About 25 percent of women will face some form of pelvic floor disorder (PFD) in their lifetime. Learn the symptoms, risks, and treatment. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: Chronic constipation, incontinence, obesity, Pelvic Floor Disorder, pfd
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How Can I Avoid Getting Kidney Stones?

October 6, 2014

Find some helpful tips to decrease your likelihood of getting kidney stones. Learn more about kidney stone prevention and find out how to get treated. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: dehydration, Department of Urology, kidney stone prevention, kidney stones, Timothy Averch, urinary tract infections, urology
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Talk to Your Doctor: Overactive Bladder

August 24, 2014

Learn about the causes and symptoms ofoveractive bladder, a type of urinary incontinence. Discover treatment options and ways to lower your risk. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: bladder, overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, urology
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Can Cranberry Juice Prevent Urinary Tract Infections?

June 3, 2014

Does cranberry juice prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)? Discover whether this common claim is a myth or fact, and learn about the more about UTIs. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: Coumadin, cranberry, cranberry juice, cranberry products, Department of Urology, Michelle Jo Semins, urinary tract infections, urologist, urology, UTI, warfarin
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What Are Kidney Stones?

April 26, 2014

Kidney stones are masses that build up on the inner line of your kidneys. Learn more about kidney stone symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: kidney stones, surgery, Timothy D. Averch MD, UPMC Kidney Stone Center, urology
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Causes and Surgical Treatment of Kidney Stones

February 16, 2014

Learn more the minimally invasive procedure used to remove kidney stones. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: kidney stones, minimally invasive, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, Timothy Averch MD, UPMC Kidney Stone Center, urology
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What Is Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery?

January 5, 2014

Learn how minimally invasive urologic surgery helps people suffering from many kidney, bladder, and prostate conditions including prostate cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Prostate Cancer, Urology
Tagged with: bladder, kidneys, laparoscopic instruments, laparoscopic nephrectomy, minimally invasive robotic surgery, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, postoperative pain, prostate, prostate brachytherapy, prostate cancer, robotic urology, robotic-assisted prostatectomy, Ronald Benoit MD, UPMC Mercy, Urology Center
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Everything You Need to Know About Urinary Tract Infections

November 24, 2013

Urinary tract infections are common, especially among women. Here's what you need to know about UTI risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: antibiotics, bladder, bladder infection, cystitis, kidney, kidney infection, primary care doctor, ureters, urethra, urethritis, urgent care physician, urinary tract, urinary tract infection, urination, urine, urologist, urology, UTI, vaginitis