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PHIMOSIS  Phimosis is defined as the inability to retract the skin (foreskin or prepuce) covering the head (glans) of the penis. The tip of the penis appears as a tight ring or a rubber band preventing from retraction. It is of two types Physiological phimosis Children are born with tight foreskin during birth and separation occurs naturally around 2-4 years of age. This condition is normal in infants. Pathological Phimosis  The phimosis  occurs due to repeated inflammation retraction of the foreskin leading to bleeding, scarring, and infection. Symptoms  If there is a painful ballooning or difficulty during urination then it advised for the treatment. Diagnosis and Evaluation Phimosis leads to penile irritation or bleeding, painful urination and erections, ballooning of foreskin with pain and difficulty during urination, urinary retention, recurrent infections, paraphimosis and urinary tract infections which require treatment. Tre...

NOCTURNAL ENURESIS Bed-wetting is also known as nighttime incontinence or nocturnal enuresis. Generally, bed-wetting before age 7 isn’t a concern. At this age, the child may still be developing nighttime bladder control. If bedwetting continues, treat the problem with patience & understanding. Bladder training or medication may help reduce bedwetting. SYMPTOMS           Bed-wetting is involuntary urination while asleep after the age at which staying dry at night can be reasonably expected (above 7 yrs).           Bed-wetting is sometimes accompanied by unusual thirst painful urination, pink or red urine , hard stools, snoring. CAUSES There are no exact causes for bed-wetting but various factors may play a role :           A small bladder           Inability to recognize full Bladder           A hormonal imbalance     ...

UNDESCENDED TESTICLES Undescended testicles in a newborn are a condition in which one or both testicles have not descended into the scrotal sac before birth. This condition is mostly observed in premature newborns and is also known as Cryptorchidism. Usually, in 90% of cases, only one testicle is not descended but whereas in 10% of cases, both of these testicles are undescended.       In most of the circumstances the Undescended testicles get into their proper location on its own in first few months of life, If it doesn't correct itself within 6 months then the testicles can be relocated into the scrotal sac through surgery. Signs & Symptoms           Not observing or absence of feeling a testicle where it is expected to be in the scrotal sac is the major sign of this condition.           In a few instances, there is the presence of swollen lymph nodes in the groin. Causes ...

Bladder stones Bladder stones are small crystals that form in the urine. They are hard deposits and trapped in the bladder. Bladder stones are formed in all shapes and sizes. They are commonly seen in men above age 50. Cases of bladder stones Bladder's job is to collect urine from kidneys and send urine out of the body. Once you do your bladder should be empty, Due to some other health issues this can prevent that from happening, and you end up with urine left in your bladder . Then, some of the substances in the urine start to stick together and form crystals until they form a bladder stone .           Enlarged prostate           Blockage at the base of the bladder           Bladder diverticulum (the bladder lining pokes through a weak part in the bladder wall)           A urinary tract infection           Nerve damage      ...

Prostate gland enlargement Benign prostatic hyperplasia also called prostate gland enlargement. This is commonly seen in men when they get older. An enlarged prostate gland causes uncomfortable urinary symptoms, include blocking the flow of urine out of the bladder . It may also cause bladder , urinary tract or kidney problems . There are many effective treatments for prostate gland enlargement; this may include medications, minimally invasive therapies, and surgery. For better treatment, your doctor will consider the symptoms and size of the prostate. Causes of prostate gland enlargement The prostate gland is located beneath your bladder . The tube that transports urine from the bladder out of your penis passes through the center of the prostate. When the prostate enlarges, this can block urine flow. Most men have continuous growth of the prostate throughout life. In many men, this continued growth enlarges the prostate enough to cause urinary symptoms or to signifi...

PROSTATE CANCER What is Prostate Cancer?   The prostate is a small gland, about the size of a walnut, just below the bladder in Men. It produces a thick, white fluid that mixes with sperm to make semen.  What is Cancer? Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body. Cancer develops when the body’s normal control mechanism stops working. Old cells do not die and instead grow out of control, forming new, abnormal cells. These extra cells may form a mass of tissue, called a tumor.  What are the causes of prostate cancer? Researchers do not know exactly what causes prostate cancer. But they have found some risk factors like change in the DNA, Inflammation of the Prostate Gland, Exposure to radiation, etc. Who is at risk of prostate cancer? Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in Indian men. Your risk of developing Prostate Cancer increases with: ·        Age above 60 years. · ...