Identifying that you are experiencing problems with your prostate can be a somewhat scary experience. However, the good news is that many prostate problems that patients experience are actually benign – in other words, not immediately harmful, dangerous or, most importantly, an indicator of any cancerous activity in the body. Nonetheless, there are prostate problems […]
Read moreAs any man ages, there are health risks and certain conditions that need to be kept a close eye on. For example, from the age of 50 up towards retirement age and beyond, as many as one in three men face the risk of developing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – an uncomfortable and painful enlargement […]
Read moreAs every man ages, it becomes more crucial to remain vigilant against any signs of ill health or irregularities in the body – no matter how healthy and active a lifestyle you otherwise lead. For example, one of the most common afflictions in men as they approach the age of 60 is called Benign Prostatic […]
Read morePAE is a medical procedure that began in 2012 and has since gained popularity. It is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat enlarged non-cancerous prostate glands. PAE uses advanced technology to treat benign prostate hyperplasia, also called BPH, a prevalent condition in aging men. Prostate Artery Embolization reduces urinary tract symptoms caused by […]
Read morePeripheral artery disease occurs when your arteries have hardened and become narrow because of plaque buildup. The plaque consists of fats and other substances found in your bloodstream, and PAD mainly affects the highways that transport blood to the arms and legs. When someone has peripheral artery disease, they go through many challenges since the […]
Read moreRadiologic imaging is a technic used by interventional radiologists to treat conditions in the vascular system. This technique uses images of your internal body structure to determine the type of treatment that should occur when you have a vascular disorder. Also taken into consideration are pre-procedural planning and imaging. According to Health Images, diagnostic imaging, […]
Read moreInterventional Radiology, IR is a generic field within radiology. It is a way to diagnose and treat medical conditions such as cancer without a patient undergoing major surgery. In IR, a physician does non-surgical procedures (minimally invasive) with the help of imaging tests such as MRI, CT scan, X-Ray, or ultrasound. In such tests, the […]
Read moreWhen you think of November, a lot comes to your mind. You remember how you get to meet up with your family members, the big meals you share, not to forget the cold weather that has everybody enjoying their warm beverages. That is beside the point. There is a big event that takes place this […]
Read moreAs a woman, you play an essential role in maintaining your family’s health. Many women work so hard to keep their families together, but when they have issues with their well-being, they are silent and tend to battle health issues in silence. During recovery after delivering babies, some women have to deal with conditions they […]
Read morePAD stands for peripheral artery disease. It is a condition associated with chronic poor circulation of blood. Often, PAD is interchangeably used with peripheral vascular disease (PVD). PAD occurs due to the arteries narrowing or blocking due to plaque accumulation. Cholesterol and fats on the arterial walls form plaque, which reduces blood flow. Over time, […]
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