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By Dr. Yusuf Saifee — Consultant Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon Table of Contents If you’ve just had surgery for a kidney or ureteric stone — RIRS, ureteroscopy, or PCNL — there’s a good chance your surgeon left a thin, flexible tube inside your urinary tract before closing up. Patients usually hear it called a […]
If at any time you’ve experienced a sudden sharp pain when urinating or have had a constant feeling that you have to rush to the bathroom even if there’s very little to pass, then you already know just how disruptive a urinary tract infection can be. It is one of the most common reasons why […]
Table of Contents Introduction If you’ve been told you need surgery for a kidney stone, an enlarged prostate, or a growth in your bladder, the word “surgery” alone can feel intimidating. Images of long incisions, weeks of bed rest, and a painful recovery often come to mind first. But a lot of urology has quietly […]
Hearing that you need kidney treatment can turn your world upside down. Whether the diagnosis involves kidney disease, kidney cancer, or long-term monitoring, the emotional impact is often just as heavy as the physical one. Fear, uncertainty, anxiety, and even anger are completely normal responses. If you are struggling emotionally, you are not weak and […]
A kidney cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Along with fear often comes confusion about treatment options, timelines, and what life will look like afterward. The encouraging news is that kidney cancer care has advanced rapidly over the past decade. Treatments today are more precise, less invasive, and far more personalised than ever before. From robotic […]
When something feels wrong with your kidneys, the first thing most people feel is confusion. Test names sound complicated, reports are full of numbers, and it is not always clear what each investigation is actually looking for. Many patients worry that every test means something serious, while others delay testing because they do not understand […]
Finishing prostate treatment is a huge milestone. Whether you have undergone surgery, radiation, or hormone therapy, reaching this point often brings relief and hope. At the same time, many men are surprised to realise that recovery does not always end when treatment stops. Side effects after prostate treatment are common, and experiencing them does not […]
Prostate problems are common in men, especially after the age of 40, yet they often cause confusion, fear, and delayed medical attention. Two of the most frequently discussed prostate conditions are Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)and prostate cancer. While both affect the prostate gland and may share similar symptoms, they are fundamentally different conditions with distinct […]
The idea of prostate surgery often brings fear, confusion, and hesitation for many men. Stories passed down through friends, online forums, or outdated information can make prostate treatment sound far more frightening than it actually is. As a result, some men delay or completely avoid treatment, even when surgery could significantly improve their quality of […]
Prostate health is an important but often overlooked part of men’s overall wellbeing. Many men first hear about the prostate only when urinary problems begin or when a blood test report shows an unfamiliar term called PSA. This can naturally raise anxiety and confusion. PSA testing plays a key role in monitoring prostate health, detecting […]