Many people notice difficulty passing urine at some point in life, but not everyone understands when it becomes a medical concern. One condition that is often ignored or misunderstood is urinary retention.So, what is urinary retention?Urinary retention is a condition where the bladder is unable to empty completely. In some cases, a person…

What Is a Urethral Stricture? A gradual change in urine flow is easy to overlook. Many people simply adjust by spending more time in the loo, straining slightly, waking up more frequently at night, or accepting it as a normal part of getting older. However, one possible cause of these changes is a urethral stricture.…

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a leading cause of urinary problems in men over 50. The prostate, which surrounds the urethra, enlarges with age and hormonal changes. Symptoms include difficulty starting urination, weak or interrupted flow, feeling that the bladder is not empty, frequent nighttime urination and sudden urgent urges. Left untreated, BPH can cause…

Kidney stones are among the most common urological issues in Chennai, and our hot climate and diet rich in salt, spices and animal protein can increase your risk. Stones form when minerals like calcium, oxalate or uric acid crystallise in concentrated urine. Dehydration, high‑sodium diets, sugary drinks, family history and metabolic disorders such as hyperparathyroidism…