Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD

Bladder underactivity, also known as detrusor weakness, represents a spectrum of conditions where the bladder muscle doesn’t contract strongly enough during urination. This can lead…

Prolonged voiding time – essentially, taking an unusually long time to start urination, or having a slow urinary stream – isn’t typically something we discuss…

The prostate gland, a walnut-sized organ located below the bladder in men, plays a crucial role in reproductive function. As men age, this gland can…

The act of urination, seemingly simple, is a complex physiological process involving coordinated effort between the brain, nerves, bladder muscles, and urethral sphincters. When this…

Pediatric uroflowmetry is a common diagnostic test used to evaluate bladder function in children. It’s often recommended when a child experiences issues like frequent urination,…

Uroflowmetry is a common diagnostic test used by healthcare professionals to assess urinary function. It measures the rate and amount of urine flow during urination,…

Uroflowmetry, traditionally performed in a clinical setting, is a simple yet powerful diagnostic tool used to evaluate urinary flow rates and identify potential lower urinary…

Uroflowmetry is a simple yet powerful diagnostic tool used in urology to assess urinary function. It measures the rate and pattern of urine flow during…

Uroflowmetry in Neurological Conditions: What to Expect Urine flow – something most people take for granted – is actually a complex physiological process orchestrated by…

Prostate enlargement, formally known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is an incredibly common condition affecting many men as they age. It’s rarely a life-threatening issue,…