Understanding the primary causes of ED can provide valuable insights into its management and treatment. Erectile dysfunction, a condition affecting millions of men worldwide, often stems from physical, psychological, and lifestyle factors. We have put together the following guide on the primary causes of ED, allowing Greater Houston Heights, Memorial City, Galleria, Webster, and Clear Lake, Texas, patients to develop a better understanding of their condition.
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Welcome to HTX Urology, where you can discover how testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) injections can help you regain control over your health and wellbeing. If you’ve been grappling with the effects of low testosterone, we’re here to offer you a comprehensive solution that can reignite your energy. At HTX Urology, our expertise in TRT injections in Webster, Texas, can help you achieve the ideal hormonal balance.
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Many “Men’s Health” clinics, Low T clinics, Wellness Spas, and Regenerative Medicine clinics offer Shockwave Therapy for ED – but are they using the right technology and machine? Are they using techniques proven by clinical trials to improve blood flow?
What is Shockwave Therapy for ED?
Low-intensity Shockwave Therapy is an FDA-cleared and clinically proven technology used for over 15 years internationally and in the US to treat ED. There are over 100 studies with high-quality evidence validating this treatment modality as a safe and effective alternative to treat ED without surgery, pills, or injections.
Shockwave Therapy has a lot of buzz for ED […]
As any busy urologist in Houston knows, the summer months are truly #stoneszn. Kidney stones makes up a large part of my clinical practice, but the emergency room calls for patients hospitalized with stone disease really increases once it’s hot outside. Unfortunately, in Houston this can seem like half the year.
The old adage is definitely true: passing a kidney stone can be worse than childbirth! To make things worse, stone rates are actually increasing in prevalence. New data suggest more than 10% of the US population will suffer from at least one kidney stone in their lifetime, and half of […]
Dr. Dhir’s guide to sorting through the many options of treating enlarged prostate, and why he feels The UroLift System is the best combination of symptom relief and preservation of Bladder Health.
For some clinical context, I’d like you all to know that I have been treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), otherwise known as enlarged prostate, for over 10 years. There are many technologies that have come and gone, and personally I feel it is quite confusing for patients suffering from BPH to know what actions need to be taken. Hopefully this post will provide men with some clarity.
Should I Take […]
What is finasteride?
Finasteride, along with its cousin Dutasteride, is a medication Urologists have been describing for decades. Some of you may also know these medications by the names Proscar, Avodart, and Propecia.
These medications are FDA-approved to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged prostate) as well as androgenic alopecia (male-pattern baldness). Recently, these medications have gained some popularity as you can order these medications shipped to your door through companies like Roman and Hims.
How does finasteride work?
Finasteride and dutasteride block Testosterone’s conversion to DHT (dihydrotestosterone) by inhibiting many cell receptors in the body. DHT is very potent, and contributes to prostate […]
Some of you may have already heard of a campaign called “Movember”. Perhaps your friend or family member was growing some ridiculous moustache last November and you may not have really understood why.
Movember, or “Moustache November”, is far more than a gag to look like a dashing young Tom Selleck. It is a cause to support the men in our lives. It promotes awareness of issues that can be quite difficult for many men to discuss. This includes tackling tough issues like Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Mental Health, and Suicide Prevention.
Can Prostate Cancer be Prevented?
Yes! Unlike many other aggressive cancers, […]
What is “Low T”?
Low Testosterone, commonly known as “Low T” or hypogonadism, refers to a decrease in a man’s testosterone levels causing unwanted symptoms. This can be attributed to problems with testicular production (primary hypogonadism) or with the pituitary gland (secondary hypogonadism). As men age, 1-2% of total testosterone is lost each year starting in the 3rd or 4th decade of life. Low T can lead to bothersome symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, low sex drive, and erectile dysfunction (ED).
How Low T impacts Erectile Function
Erectile function is testosterone dependent. It is important to note, however, that not all men […]