According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 100 million people living in the United States have been diagnosed with either prediabetes or diabetes. Diabetes is a condition in which your blood glucose level is too high, which can cause issues throughout the body, including with your urinary system. Our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants to share some insight about how diabetes affects the urinary system and how to manage your health. Read on →

According to the American Cancer Society, approximately one in every nine men will receive a prostate cancer diagnosis in his lifetime. Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer (behind skin cancer) diagnosed in American men. Our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants you to know the steps you can take to reduce your risk of prostate cancer, as well as how to recognize the early warning signs of prostate cancer so that you can seek medical attention and receive treatment at the earliest stage possible. Read on →

If you are affected by some type of bladder issue, you are not alone. Most Americans face at least some level of bladder irritation at some point in their lives. Fortunately, our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center is here to help you in regaining control of your bladder so that you can improve your quality of life. Your Diet & Your Bladder One of the first steps in preventing bladder issues is knowing what’s causing them. Read on →

Bedwetting, also known as “nocturnal enuresis,” is a common issue among children younger than age 6. However, adults who have medical conditions like diabetes, UTIs and neurological disorders can also experience bedwetting. Our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants to share some insight into why bedwetting occurs in both populations. Read on as we take a look. What Causes Bedwetting? Bedwetting is defined as the loss of bladder control during the night. Read on →

Everything changes as you age, including the health and function of your kidneys and bladder. But our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center is here to help guide you on the path to a healthy bladder as you age! What Are Common Urological Issues as You Age? Common urological issues seen in older adults include: Bladder leakage Urinary incontinence Urinary retention Bladder infections Urinary tract infections Chronic kidney disease Fortunately, there are things you can start doing now in order to prevent these aforementioned issues as you age: Read on →

While bladder infections are often thought of as something that primarily affects adult women, children can also experience them from time to time. In fact, about 8% of girls and 2% of boys will experience a urinary tract infection, also known as a UTI, by the time they reach age 5. Our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants you to know the signs to look for in your child so that you can seek medical attention if a UTI occurs. Read on →

While you might have heard of an irritated stomach (also known as irritable bowel syndrome), you might not have known that your bladder can get just as irritated. Fortunately, you don’t have to put your life on hold when an irritated bladder occurs. Our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center is here to offer tips on how you can soothe an irritated bladder and get back to living your life as normal as possible! Read on →

We may not often think about dehydration during the winter and early spring months, but as the weather warms up in the Tennessee Valley, those hot temperatures will make sure the topic is on our mind. Hydration is important year-round, but it’s especially important when your body is sweating more due to the temperature. Since drinking enough water throughout the day is vital to the health of your kidneys, our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants some tips on staying hydrated. Read on →

When you think about Stress Awareness Month, you probably think more along the lines of stress affecting your mood and heart health. However, what you may not realize is that stress can also play a role in your bladder health. That’s why our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants to talk about overactive bladder—and how it can affect your mental health. What Is Overactive Bladder? Overactive bladder, also known as OAB, is defined as a problem with bladder function that causes the sudden need to urinate. Read on →

Dentist? Check! Orthopedist? Check! General physician? Check! Urologist? Huh? While you might not think of a urologist as a part of your healthcare team, our team at Tennessee Valley Urology Center wants to share some insight into the benefits of seeing one. Let’s first step through some basics. What Is a Urologist? A urologist is a physician who has specialized training related to the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Read on →