Dr. Sunny Goel, Author at Epitome Hospitals

Ailments & Treatments

23 September 2023by Dr. Sunny Goel

Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH)

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as prostate gland enlargement, is a common condition that affects aging men. It occurs when the prostate gland, which is a walnut-sized gland located below the bladder, grows in size. This enlargement can lead to various urinary symptoms due to the gland pressing against the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body). BPH is a non-cancerous condition. Here are some frequently asked questions by the patients regarding benign prostate hyperplasia: What is BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)? Answer – It is...

Ailments & Treatments

2 September 2023by Dr. Sunny Goel

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary Incontinence - Never Normal Incontinence refers to the involuntary or unintentional loss of urine, leading to the inability to control bladder. It is a common and often embarrassing problem that can affect people of all ages, but it is more prevalent among older adults. A hidden condition but it needs to be discussed often It is a well-known fact that people are reducing fluid intake and they are self-managing the voiding frequency. Nearly two third of patients are symptomatic for two years before seeking the treatment and 30% of patients who are seeking treatment receives...

Ailments & Treatments

17 August 2023by Dr. Sunny Goel

Urethral Stricture

What is Urethral Stricture? It is an anatomical narrowing along the length of urethra which can involve various parts of urethra extending from membranous urethra to penile urethra. Narrowing of prostatic part is not termed as urethral stricture, its pathophysiology is different. Symptoms of Urethral Stricture Symptoms can range among the following: Straining during micturition Thin stream of urine or a stream that stops and starts Urinary hesitancy Not able to urinate Urine infection Blood in urine. Not able to catheterise urethra Urethral abscess Renal...

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29 July 2023by Dr. Sunny Goel

AV Fistula

What is AV fistula An AV (arteriovenous) fistula is a surgically made connection between an artery and a vein, typically in the arm, to create a reliable access point for haemodialysis treatment. Over time, the increased blood flow from the artery causes the vein to grow larger and become stronger, making it more suitable for repeated needle insertions during dialysis sessions. For patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who require haemodialysis, the functioning AV fistula is essential for effective treatment. Why it is done? Haemodialysis is a medical procedure used to filter and...

Ailments & Treatments

25 July 2023by Dr. Sunny Goel

Bladder Cancer

Did you know about bladder cancer? Bladder cancer is 10th most common cancer worldwide. In India, the GLOBOCAN DATABASE 2020 includes bladder cancer in the top 20. If diagnosed in the early stages, this form of cancer has good cure rates. Located in the lower abdomen and pelvis, the bladder is a hollow balloon like organ, that stores urine. Signs of Bladder cancer Blood while passing urine. This is the most alarming symptom of bladder cancer. The amount of blood can vary from person to person. Some patients may have massive amount of blood in the urine along with passage of blood...

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20 October 2022by Dr. Sunny Goel

Male Infertility

Male infertility is most commonly caused by issues with sperm production or delivery. More than one third of infertility cases include a male factor. Male infertility refers to any condition that makes it more difficult for a man's female partner to attain pregnancy. Many factors are responsible for producing mature, healthy sperm that can travel and fertilize an ovum. A variety of medical/surgical issues can lead to non-formation of mature healthy sperm and reaching the egg. The temperature of the scrotum can also have an impact on fertility. The following are the common reasons...

Ailments & Treatments

20 October 2022by Dr. Sunny Goel

Kidney Stone FAQs

What are kidney stones? Kidney is a vital organ responsible for producing urine through which waste products are excreted from the body. Urine is made up of water and various waste products some of which are crystalline in nature. When there are too many of these crystals, they come together to form kidney stones. When can there be too many crystals in urine? If the concentration of crystalline is higher than normal If the amount of water in urine is low Are there many different types of kidney stones? Yes, depending upon the crystalline substance that makes the stone. Most...

Health & Wellness

20 October 2022by Dr. Sunny Goel

Myth and Facts about Kidney Stones

Myth and Facts about Kidney Stones Public Opinion Myth or Reality Key Knowledge Points! Calcium intake increases stone formation; hence its consumption should be stopped Myth Restricting calcium intake in diet can be counter-productive and may increase stone formation. Calcium binds to oxalate in the intestine and decreases its absorption, hence its restriction will allow oxalate to get absorbed in the diet and increase stone formation. Also, Calcium is necessary for good bones and joints. Beer drinking increases the...

Ailments & Treatments

21 June 2022by Dr. Sunny Goel

Erectile Dysfunction

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