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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Risks and Side Effects of Prostate Biopsy: Complete Guide to Care After the Test
Learn the common and warning side effects of prostate biopsy, including blood in urine or semen, pelvic pain, infection, urinary problems, recovery time, and when to see a doctor.
Herbal Remedies for Overactive Bladder: Scientific Review and Effective Medications
Herbs such as chamomile, horsetail, dill seed, and pumpkin seed are often suggested for overactive bladder, but reliable evidence does not support them as treatments. Learn which medications urologists use and when to se
Herbal Remedies for Kidney Pain: A Scientific Look at Benefits and Risks
Herbal remedies may offer only limited supportive relief for kidney or flank pain and cannot replace medical care for stones, infection, or urinary obstruction. Learn the evidence, risks, and when to see a urologist.
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: From PSA Blood Test to Biopsy
Learn how prostate cancer is diagnosed, including PSA testing, digital rectal examination, urine tests, ultrasound, MRI, CT or nuclear scans, and prostate biopsy.
Bladder Removal for Bladder Cancer: Methods, Effectiveness, and Side Effects
Learn when cystectomy is used for bladder cancer, the difference between partial and radical bladder removal, urinary reconstruction options, recovery, risks, and life after surgery.
Interpreting PSA After Prostate Surgery: Does a Rising Level Mean Cancer?
Learn how to interpret PSA after radical prostatectomy or TURP, when to test, which values are normal or concerning, why PSA may rise, and when to see a urologist.
Symptoms of Malignant Bladder Cancer in Men and Women: When to See a Doctor
Learn the early and advanced symptoms of malignant bladder cancer, including blood in the urine, urinary burning and frequency, metastatic warning signs, risk factors, and when to see a urologist.
Infection After Circumcision in Babies and Adults | Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Learn which redness or discharge can be normal after circumcision, which warning signs may suggest infection, and when babies, children, or adults should see a urologist.
Open Kidney Stone Surgery: Definitive Treatment for Large Stones
Learn when open kidney stone surgery is used for large or resistant stones, how the procedure is performed, recovery, possible complications, success rates, cost factors, and follow-up care.
What Is Hemorrhagic Cystitis and How Is It Treated?
Hemorrhagic cystitis can cause visible blood in the urine and may become urgent. Learn the symptoms, causes, diagnostic tests, treatment options, and prevention methods.
Natural and Home Methods for Penis Enlargement: Scientific Review and Medical Warnings
A scientific, patient-focused review of home and natural penis enlargement methods, including oils, herbal remedies, stretching exercises, traction devices, risks, and safer medical alternatives.
Signs genital warts (HPV) Are Healing: What to Expect and Medical Advice
Learn the main signs that genital warts are responding to treatment, what changes are normal after HPV treatment, and when follow-up with a doctor is needed.