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Urology

The study and treatment of disorders of the urogenital organs.

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Urology

libido

Biology; Urology

Desire or interest in sexual activity. Prostate cancer diagnosis and its treatment can affect this.

behavioral techniques

Biology; Urology

Different methods to help "retrain" the bladder and get rid of the urgency to urinate. (see biofeedback, bladder training, electrical stimulation, habit training, pelvic muscle exercises, prompted ...

varcicocele

Biology; Urology

Dilated veins that drain the testicle, resulting in poorer drainage and, possibly, infertility.

infertility

Biology; Urology

Diminished or absent ability to produce offspring.

interstitial cystitis

Biology; Urology

Disease characterized by pain with bladder filling. This diagnosis is only considered when other causes of pain or urgency have been evaluated.

cryotherapy

Biology; Urology

During an operation probes are placed in the prostate. The probes are then frozen which kills the prostatic cells.

ureterostomy

Biology; Urology

Establishment of an external opening into the ureter.

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