Prostate cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in Australian men. One of the difficulties with prostate cancer is that early prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms. By the time symptoms develop, some cancers may already have progressed beyond the prostate. A simple blood test called the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test can help […]
A “new/revamped” kid on the block – Fascia Lata Allograft: A biological alternative to synthetic mesh Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is one of the most common forms of urinary incontinence in women. It occurs when urine leaks with activities that increase abdominal pressure, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercising, lifting or running. For women whose […]
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is one of the most common forms of urinary incontinence in women. It occurs when urine leaks because pressure inside the abdomen rises faster than the urethra and pelvic floor can close. Coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting, running, jumping and exercise can all trigger leakage. For some women the leakage is only […]
When urine leakage persists after prostate surgery Urinary leakage after prostatectomy is common, particularly in the first few weeks and months following surgery. For most men, bladder control progressively improves as the urinary sphincter and pelvic floor recover. For some men, however, leakage persists and can become a significant physical, social and emotional burden. The […]
Men’s Guide to Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: What’s Causing Them and What Can Be Done? Getting up at night to pee? A weaker stream? Feeling like your bladder never quite empties? If you are a man over 40, there is a reasonable chance you have experienced one or more of these symptoms: Getting up several […]
What is BPH? Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that commonly affects men as they age. As the prostate grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urinary symptoms such as: Frequent or urgent need to urinate Difficulty starting urination Weak urine stream or dribbling Getting up multiple […]
A nurse-led urology clinic is now operating at The Friendlies Medical Suites to provide an improved service for patients.Sandra Ilett and Carla Kerr from Community Nurse Service are available to see patients with bowel and bladder issues. – It was a “wraparound service” under the supervision of doctors. – Run by highly qualified, specialized nurses […]
From an Empty Shell to a Fresh New Practice at The Wesley Hospital It is remarkable how quickly an empty shell can become a welcoming new medical practice. After months of planning, construction and careful attention to detail, the renovation of our new rooms at The Wesley Hospital was completed in December 2025. The finished […]
An indwelling urethral catheter is a soft tube passed through the urethra into the bladder. A small balloon holds it in place and urine drains into a bag. It may be needed for a few days after an operation or for longer when the bladder cannot empty safely. The reason for the catheter and a […]
An angiomyolipoma, usually shortened to AML, is a growth in the kidney made up of blood vessels, muscle-like tissue and fat. Most are found by chance on a scan and never cause trouble. The main concern is that some AMLs can bleed, occasionally quite severely. The right plan depends on the diagnosis, the growth’s features […]