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What causes Prostate Cancer and associate risks involved
Age and Genetics Prostate cancer is somewhat rare in men under 50 years old, with the risk of developing prostate cancer increasing thereafter. By the time they are 80, more than half of all men will have some cancerous growth, which may or may not require treatment. Prostate cancer seems to run in some families, [...]
Cystoscopy may discover pelvic prolapse or bladder tumors that X-rays don’t show
Cystoscopy may be done to: Find the cause of symptoms such as blood in the urine (hematuria), painful urination (dysuria), urinary incontinence, urinary frequency or hesitancy, an inability to pass urine (retention), or a sudden and overwhelming need to urinate (urgency). Find the cause of problems of the urinary tract, such as frequent, repeated urinary tract infections or urinary [...]
16.45% increase in survival rate using da Vinci Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery has a proven success rate. The 15-year prostate cancer survival rate increases from 87% to 92% when choosing surgery instead of radiation. To understand the risks and benefits, schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Diner by calling (727) 824-7146.
Treatment options for prostate cancer
Treatment Options Radiation Therapy – uses high energy x-rays to kill cancerous cell. May have serious side effects Hormone Therapy – may be used alone or with radiation. It cuts off the supply of male hormones to slow cancer growth. Side effects may include hot flashes and a reduced sexual drive. Watchful Waiting – regularly [...]
St. Anthony’s Hospital’s New Robotics Surgery System Offers More Treatment Choices for Kidney Cancer Patients
Procedure Can Give Cancer Patients a Better Chance to Preserve Kidney Function ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., (Dec. 14, 2011) – St. Anthony’s Hospital has enhanced its robotic surgery capabilities with an imaging technique that allows surgeons to better visualize and assess anatomy. Integrated fluorescence imaging actually illuminates an organ to allow a surgeon to better identify [...]
How do you know if you might have Kidney Cancer?
As a possible kidney cancer patient, you may have lots of questions about the disease such as: What is the prognosis for kidney cancer? What is the survival or cure rate for kidney cancer patients? What are the early signs and symptoms of kidney cancer? What causes kidney cancer? How is kidney cancer treated? What [...]
Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction
When considering lifestyle changes as an approach to correct erectile dysfunction, consideration of habits that may be contribute to the condition need to be addressed. These include: Decreasing or limiting the consumption of alcohol Dietary changes to reduce the intake of fat and cholesterol Eliminating the use of tobacco and substance abuse Losing weight Exercising [...]
Dr. Eric Diner is a leading Urologist in St. Petersburg FL
Medical Training and Experience Dr Diner earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA and completed his residency from the Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University Department of Urology in Washington, DC. Robotic Proctor for da Vinci Surgical Training Medical Societies and Offices Held He is board certified in Urology and [...]
Advantages and Hands-on Demonstration of Robotic Surgery
Demystifying the process of robotic surgery. This 1 million dollar device is drastically reducing the healing time and compounding the skill level of surgeons around the country. Of the physicians who perform robotic surgery, the urology field was an early adopter. Here at Diner Robotic Urology, Dr. Diner has been performing robotic surgery longer than [...]
NFL’s “Know Your Stats” supported by Florida Urologist Dr. Eric Diner
Fight prostate cancer by knowing your PSA score. More than 30,000 people will die from prostate cancer. If you’re age 40 or older, you need to know your PSA score. More than 210,000 men will be diagnosed this year with prostate cancer so don’t get caught off guard. To schedule a consult with Dr. Diner, [...]
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