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Reducing Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Cancer Treatment – Is It Possible?

by Dr. Sony Sherpa, MBBS | Mar 18, 2025 | Urology

Urinary incontinence is a frequent side effect of prostate cancer treatments, particularly major radical prostatectomy surgery. Although focal therapy for prostate cancer generally reduces the risk of urine incontinence, some men may still experience temporary urinary control issues. Fortunately, various strategies can help improve bladder control and enhance quality of life following prostate cancer treatment. […]

How to Decide if Your Kidney Tumor is Dangerous

by Dr. Sony Sherpa, MBBS | Apr 30, 2024 | Urology

Kidney tumors are abnormal growths that can either be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The distinction between these types is crucial for determining the appropriate management and treatment strategy.

Treatment for prostate in man – how to reduce impotence and urine incontinence?

by Dr. Sony Sherpa, MBBS | Apr 23, 2024 | Urology

Prostate conditions, notably benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer, significantly impact men’s health worldwide.

Treatment and prevention of ureter stones

by Feng Zengkun | Nov 8, 2022 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Larger ureter stones can be removed by shock wave therapy or surgery. To prevent their recurrence, lifestyle changes or further treatment may be needed.

Treatments for kidney stones

by Feng Zengkun | Aug 30, 2022 | Renal Medicine, Urology, Kidney, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Patients with kidney stones that cannot be passed out of the body naturally can turn to medication, shock wave therapy and surgery for stone removal.

Penile problems: understanding phimosis

by Feng Zengkun | Jun 28, 2022 | Paediatric Surgery, Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Boys and men may suffer from phimosis, a condition where their foreskin is too tight to be pulled back over the head of their penis, leading to complications such as infections.

Causes and symptoms of ureter stones

by Feng Zengkun | May 24, 2022 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

People who experience sharp and severe pain in their side and back may have ureter stones, which are kidney stones that have become stuck in the ureter.

Treatments for prostatitis – what and why

by Feng Zengkun | Apr 26, 2022 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

All men are at risk of developing acute or chronic prostatitis, which is an inflammation or swelling of the prostate gland.

Kidney stones – symptoms and causes

by Feng Zengkun | Apr 12, 2022 | Renal Medicine, Urology, Kidney, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

About one in 10 Singaporeans will develop kidney stones. Small stones be harmless, but larger ones could lead to stabbing or throbbing pain and other problems.

Innovations in prostate treatment without surgery

by Kelvin Ng | Feb 18, 2022 | Innovations, Product, Services, Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Enlarged prostate in men will cause slower urine flow, frequent urination or urination problems. There are new innovations to treat it without surgery.

Treating prostate cancer

by Feng Zengkun | Dec 6, 2021 | Urology, Cancer, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Men with early-stage prostate cancer could seek out focal therapy, an alternative to surgery and radiotherapy with few side effects.

Tips on coping with an enlarged prostate

by Feng Zengkun | Nov 15, 2021 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Men with an enlarged prostate can avoid drinking at night, cut back on caffeine and take other actions to prevent and relieve urinary problems.

Relief from Blockage of an Enlarged Prostate

by Feng Zengkun | Nov 8, 2021 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Men with enlarged prostates that are causing urinary problems could consider implants called UroLift for relief.

Treatments for prostatitis – what and why

by Feng Zengkun | Jun 9, 2021 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Acute prostatitis is potentially life-threatening and requires immediate treatment, while lifestyle changes may be needed to cure chronic prostatitis.

How to avoid developing kidney stones

by Feng Zengkun | Mar 2, 2021 | Renal Medicine, Urology, Kidney, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Dietary changes such as cutting back on salt and animal protein, and drinking about 2.5 litres to 3 litres of water per day, can reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.

Slower urine flow? It could be BPH

by Feng Zengkun | Dec 30, 2020 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), a condition where an enlarged but non-cancerous prostate causes urinary problems, is extremely common among older men.

Symptoms and risk factors of prostate cancer

by Feng Zengkun | Nov 7, 2020 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Men who are above 50 years old should visit their doctor to check their risk of having prostate cancer.

Diagnosing prostate cancer

by Feng Zengkun | Nov 7, 2020 | Urology, Urinary & Male Reproductive System

Diagnosing prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer among Singaporean men, and those who are over 50 years old should go for a check-up to determine their risk of having or developing the disease.