Posts Tagged ‘urology’
Exercise may protect against erectile dysfunction
EMORY — Increased physical activity is associated with better sexual function in men under 40, according to a new study. Continue…
Monday, January 30, 2012 14:12 - 3 Comments
Health & Medicine - Sep 30, 2011 15:47 - 3 Comments
Saw palmetto pills offer no prostate relief
WASHINGTON U.-ST. LOUIS (US) — Supplements made from the fruit of the saw palmetto tree do not relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate, even when taken in very large doses. (more…)
Health & Medicine - May 18, 2011 16:07 - 0 Comments
Prostate biopsy not the final say
NORTHWESTERN (US) — Nearly 70 percent of men who had a rising prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level, but a normal biopsy, were eventually diagnosed with prostate cancer. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Apr 5, 2011 11:26 - 0 Comments
Heart drug may also treat prostate cancer
JOHNS HOPKINS (US) — A heart drug taken from the leaves of flowering foxglove may also be effective in treating prostate cancer. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Feb 19, 2010 12:03 - 3 Comments
Statins inhibit inflammation in prostate tumors
DUKE (US)—Patients with prostate cancer who regularly use statins to lower their cholesterol may be enjoying a secondary benefit: The drugs significantly lower the degree of inflammation within prostate tumors. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jan 5, 2010 12:49 - 0 Comments
‘Macho’ receptor slows wound healing
U. ROCHESTER (US)—A molecular receptor pivotal to the action of male hormones such as testosterone also plays a crucial role in the body’s ability to heal, report scientists in the December issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 9, 2009 12:33 - 0 Comments
Speedier way to diagnose pneumonia
UC DAVIS (US)—Doctors may soon be able to diagnose the cause of pneumonia-like symptoms by examining the chemicals found in a patient’s urine. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 6, 2009 12:28 - 2 Comments
Infertility risk rises for men on depression meds
“It’s fairly well known that SSRI antidepressants negatively impact erectile function and ejaculation,” says Peter Schlegel, the study’s senior author. “This study goes one step further, demonstrating that they can cause a major increase in genetic damage to sperm.”
Health & Medicine - Apr 29, 2009 12:26 - 1 Comment
Engineered silicone reborn as medical cure
UC IRVINE (US)—What’s the connection between solar cells and urinary tract disorders? Research by Frank Shi. His team at the University of California, Irvine developed a specially formulated silicone for use in optical electronics. New findings suggest the substance could play a double role, revolutionizing treatment of urinary tract diseases. (more…)
