Patient Information Sheet Transurethral resection of the Prostate gland (TURP) The prostate gland: The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut that is found only in men. It is situated just below the bladder and surrounds the urethra, the canal through which urine is passed out of the body. Enlarged prostate: An enlarged…
The Potassium Chloride Sensitivity test consists of instilling 2 sterile solutions of sodium chloride and potassium chloride, known chemically as KCl, into the bladder via a urethral catheter which your nurse or consultant will insert. The test can take up to 30-40 minutes. It has been suggested for two uses: Diagnostic test for Interstitial Cystitis…
Dietary Recommendations You have been given this leaflet because you have been diagnosed with urinary stones. The aim of the leaflet is to provide you with advice on how to modify your diet and fluid intake to reduce your risk of getting further stones. Key Points ? Drink plenty of fluid: 2-3 litres per day…
Abdomen: Also referred to as the belly. It is the part of the body that contains all of the internal structures between the chest and the pelvis. Absorptive hypercalciuria Causes unabsorbed fatty acids to combine with calcium. This causes too much oxalate to be absorbed by the intestines. Bladder: The bladder is a thick muscular…
Information for the patients and parents When the foreskin won’t retract Phimosis, or preputial stenosis, is a term that usually means any condition where the foreskin of the penis cannot be retracted. Most infants are born with a foreskin that cannot be retracted and the prepuce may be tight until after puberty. A fully retractable foreskin occurs…
Information for the patients and parents. When the foreskin won’t retract Phimosis, or preputial stenosis, is a term that usually means any condition where the foreskin of the penis cannot be retracted. · Most infants are born with a foreskin that cannot be retracted and the prepuce may be tight until after puberty. · A…