We eat food three to four times a day in order to gain energy from nutrients present in the fruits and vegetables. These nutrients are essential to retain the smooth functioning of the human body. The food material enters the body and gets digested to generate energy. However, the body wastes are released in form of sweat, urine or bowel. The urine consists of excess nutrients that...

Laser vaporization of prostate tissue using a 120-watt GreenLight laser significantly reduces lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), according to a study conducted at nine centers in seven countries. The GreenLight laser is not yet widely used in North America or Europe, but this improved version of the potassium-titanyl-phosphate laser is...

Although many people associate a bladder infection with women, all humans are actually at risk for developing this infection. There are numerous causes for bladder infections, as well as urinary tract infections. Let’s take a look at some of the most common urinary tract infection in women, men and children. Men Although male urinary tract infections are not as many bladder infections...

Urinary infection is an infectious disease that pertains in the urinary tract. This disease hampers the waste disposal system of the body. Initially, the infection is under control. It can be cured with antibiotics and herbal medicines. These medications flush the bacterium responsible for the disease. The disease occurs when the urinary parts become prey for microorganisms that hamper its...

Self treatment for urinary tract infections is perfectly possible providing the infection isn't too severe. Indeed there are various effective home remedies for a UTI which will at the very least, bring some pain relief and may be sufficient to cure the infection. Firstly, when considering self treatment, you should ensure your symptoms are not indicative of a serious kidney infection, which...