We are often led to believe that it is mainly women who are affected by urinary incontinence. Indeed, childbirth often leads to a weakness of the pelvic floor which can lead to urinary incontinence. Thus, women are encouraged to do exercises to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor and thus achieve control of the disturbing urinary leakage. On the other hand, although we hear less about urinary incontinence in men, some of them are also confronted with this urological problem. Medically reviewed by Marie-Lyssa Lafontaine, medical student, urology axis, University of Montreal, on 02/2 ..read more

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate is characterized by an increase in the volume of your prostate due to excessive multiplication of your cells. It is a natural phenomenon as we age. This increase or expansion can compress your urinary canal (the urethra), causing certain urinary symptoms. If you have BPH, it’s important to separate the facts from the myths so you can make an informed decision on what to do next. Medically reviewed by Endo-Urologist Malek Meskawi on 08/08/2022 Myth: The bigger the prostate, the more severe the symptoms Fact: Although it may ..read more

Long live my old prostate that I respect! Present only in men, your prostate is very small during childhood. Then it grows at the time of puberty, under the effect of sex hormones made by your testicles, among others. About the size of a ping-pong ball or walnut, it eventually reaches a weight of approximately 14 to 20 grams. It then becomes an adult and functional prostate. Medically reviewed by Marie-Lyssa Lafontaine, medical student, urology axis, University of Montreal, on 12/30/2022 The prostate is an important organ since it contributes to men’s sexuality and fer ..read more

We don’t have to wait until January 1st to make a fresh start and adopt new habits. This decision can be made at any time during our life. Ask yourself the question: are there one or more simple actions that I could take to maintain or even improve my health? Recharge my batteries? We are not talking about resolutions here, but about small gestures to introduce into your daily life for a new, healthier you. Here are some tips to help you start living your best life. Medically reviewed by Marie-Lyssa Lafontaine, medical student, urology axis, University of Montreal, on 12/30/2022 Before c ..read more

Can a glass of warm milk help you sleep better in the arms of Morpheus? The Détecteur de rumeurs wondered if the research confirmed this recipe shared from generation to generation. Taken directly from the  Government of Quebec website Author:  Agence Science Presse –  Catherine Couturier Medically reviewed by Marie-Lyssa Lafontaine, medical student, urology axis, University of Montreal, on 11/28/2022 Few studies Each culture has its tricks for inducing sleep: in the West, the glass of hot milk has had this reputation for a very long time. Yet ..read more

“My doctor informed me that I am a little bit diabetic and that I will have to make important changes to my lifestyle. Yet I am active and I eat well, although I have a sweet tooth. If I understand correctly, I have to be careful. The good news is that I am not diabetic! In fact, I haven’t received a formal diagnosis.“ You should know that our expertise is really at the level of prostate cancer (and prostate diseases), so we are not able to assess the risks of developing type 2 diabetes with the above statement. This patient is being followed by his doctor and has been made aware of the risks ..read more

Caring for your bones in 5 points makes sense. Nicknamed “the silent thief” due to the absence of symptoms, osteoporosis is often only detected at a more advanced stage following a fracture. What are bones and why achieving good bone mass is so important? Bones are living tissues that develop, composed mainly of collagen and calcium. A healthy bone is strong and does not break easily. Until early adulthood, large amounts of calcium and other substances are added to the bone, strengthening the skeleton as it grows. After the age of 30, bone mass gradually decreases. Achieving good peak bone ..read more

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It goes without saying that after radical prostate surgery following a diagnosis of prostate cancer, taking care of your penis will be important, as will your urinary catheter which will be in place for about a week. Medical review by endo-urologist Dr Malek Meskawi on 08/08/2022 Reminder post-radical surgery Normally, when you get home, it is normal to have some swelling or bruising (bruising) around the sores. These reactions will disappear over time. The scrotum and penis may also be swollen and discolored. They usually return to their normal appearance over time.&n ..read more