Articles & posts
Educational articles from Dr. Mahdi Ghazi's urology clinic on kidney, urinary and genital tract diseases, the prostate and urinary system health.
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What Should You Eat to Help Prevent Kidney Stones?
Diet changes may help reduce the risk of new kidney stones, but recommendations depend on the stone type. Learn practical food, fluid, salt, calcium, and protein guidance.
What Is a Hernia? Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Surgery
A hernia occurs when tissue or part of an organ pushes through a weak area in the surrounding muscle or abdominal wall. Learn the types, warning signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Can Bladder Cancer Be Cured? Recovery Chances Explained
Bladder cancer can sometimes be cured, especially when diagnosed early. Recovery depends on stage, tumor type, treatment, and follow-up.
Are genital warts Dangerous During Pregnancy?
genital warts during pregnancy usually do not seriously harm the mother or baby, but growth, delivery planning, and safe treatment need medical follow-up.
Semen Analysis After Vasectomy: Timing, Method, and Results
Semen analysis after vasectomy confirms whether sperm have cleared from the semen and whether contraception can safely be stopped.
What Is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is common between ages 40 and 70. Persistent or recurring symptoms should be evaluated to identify physical or psychological causes.
What Is Azoospermia? Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Azoospermia, or zero sperm count, means no sperm are found in the semen. Learn the causes, types, diagnosis, and treatment options.
What Is the Standard Penis Size? Plus the Accurate Way to Measure
A patient-friendly review of average penis size, reliable measurement methods, micropenis criteria, and when medical evaluation is needed.
Urinary Diversion
Urinary diversion changes the normal path of urine when the bladder or urinary tract cannot function properly because of obstruction, disease, trauma, or tumors.
Bladder Prolapse or Cystocele: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bladder prolapse, or cystocele, happens when pelvic floor support weakens and the bladder bulges into the vagina.
Dry Ejaculation, Delayed Ejaculation, and Retrograde Ejaculation: Causes and Treatment
Dry ejaculation, retrograde ejaculation, and delayed ejaculation are common male sexual disorders that can affect sexual satisfaction and fertility.
How to Tell genital warts From Genital Herpes: Symptoms and Signs
genital warts and genital herpes are different STIs with different causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention steps.