Urology is a field of medicine that focuses on the health of the urinary system in both men and women, along with diseases that affect a man’s reproductive system. This means a urologist specializes in common urology procedures dealing with the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, adrenal glands, penis, prostate, and testicles.    Common Procedures Performed By […]

Blood in your urine

Every day, adults pass approximately a quart and a half of urine through the bladder. According to NIH, your bladder is located in your lower abdomen and is a hollow organ that stores urine. An overactive bladder, also referred to as OAB, causes a frequent and sudden urge to urinate and may be difficult to […]

The organs of the urinary system include the kidneys, renal pelvis, ureters, bladder, and urethra. These five organs act as your body’s drainage system, working in harmony for normal urination. Any disruption in the routine function of your urinary tract can cause disorders such as interstitial cystitis, kidney failure, urinary tract infections, or kidney stones.  At […]

February is American Heart Month: a time to bring awareness to the importance of taking care of your cardiovascular health. It’s a well-known fact that one of the main ways to benefit your heart is through aerobic exercise, but what you may not know is how aerobic exercise benefits other various systems in the body, […]

There is no debate that exercise and activity contribute to the foundation of good overall health, and the same goes for maintaining optimum urologic health. However, it’s important to take steps to prevent injuries or other urological issues from developing in certain sports and activities. From using improper or faulty equipment to dehydration, numerous factors […]

Many of the subjects that urologists specialize in, including bladder problems, erectile dysfunction, and UTIs, have certain stigmas that surround them, making them less likely to be discussed. Keeping these topics under wraps makes it a lot easier for misinformation to spread, leading to various widely believed myths about urology. At Alliance Urology Specialists, we […]

Diabetes is a common condition that affects 34.2 million Americans. Unfortunately, diabetes can have significant implications for various systems of the body, including the heart, kidneys, eyes, ears, and more. The urologic system, including the bladder and urinary tract, is also subject to complications from diabetes. Today, we are explaining just how diabetes can impact […]

Whether you’ve had completed your family with your desired number of kids or your family is complete without them, vasectomies are one of the most effective forms of birth control available. There are an estimated 50 million men worldwide who have had a vasectomy, with approximately 5% of married men of reproductive age have had […]

At Alliance Urology Specialists, we offer a variety of procedures to treat various prostate and erectile dysfunction issues. Our newest procedure, Rezūm, is a natural alternative to surgery that helps treat the cause of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH, also referred to as prostate gland enlargement, is a common condition in men, especially as they […]