Men's Health Services

Lower urinary tract symptoms such as slow stream , intermittency, sense of incomplete voiding or nocturia maybe signs of benign prostate hyperplasia, however, it can also be early symptoms of prostate cancer. To detect prostate cancer we could make use of a simple blood test such as prostate-specific antigen or more advance test such as prostate health index to guide us for further for diagnostic investigations. Please contact our urologist to discuss on these investigations for early detection of prostate cancer.

Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is a common conditions affecting aging male. Men fails to get enough blood into their penis results in inability to obtain or to maintain an erection for sexual intercourse. Our men’s health clinic  offer a full range of investigations and treatment which tailored to individual needs and preferences. We also provide latest surgical option including penile prosthesis surgery to restore erectile function.

Investigations and treatment

1. Doppler ultrasound of the penis
   Accurate diagnosis is the key first step of treatment, helping patients to better understands their condition.  High frequency color doppler ultrasound scan of the penis is a promising tool to understand the penile blood supply and the cause of erectile dysfunction. The result will help you in selecting the best treatment options.
   
   
2. Medication advice
   Phosphodieterase Type5 inhibitor (PDE5-I) is commonly used in treating erectile dysfunction, assists to obtain erection naturally, you should consult our urologist for advice.
   
   
3. Vacuum erection device
   

   A vacuum constriction device (VCD) is an external pump that can be used to get and maintain an erection. The pump helps the penis to erect and a band attached to the pump helps to maintain the erection.

    

   How to use:

   1. Place the pump, which can be pumped by hand or run on batteries, over the penis.
   2. Pump the air out of the cylinder so that a vacuum is created. The vacuum draws blood into the shaft of the penis and causes it to swell and become erect.
   3. Once the penis is erect, with the help of lubricant slide the retaining band down onto the lower end of the penis.
   4. Remove the pump.
4. Intracavernosal injection
   Direct injection of vasoactive medication to the penis can enhance the blood flow so as to maintain erection. It doesn’t involve sexual stimulation to trigger erection so it can be used for mental and neurogenic erectile dysfunction. Please consult our doctor for professional advice.
   
   
5. Implantable penile prosthesis
   

   This is the most promising treatment for refractory erectile dysfunction. Penile implant is a medical device that is implanted into the penis that allows men to achieve an erection. If you need assistance, please contact us.

    

   Process:

   1. The surgery is divided into 3 parts, a pump that is implanted into the scrotum, two cylinders that are implanted into the penis and a reservoir that is implanted into the lower abdomen.
   2. To operate, squeezes and release the pump in the scrotum a few times to achieve an erection.
   3. Deflate the device by pressing the deflation button located on the pump.

    

   Advantage:

   • Entirely contained in the body to achieve a near to natural erection
   • Maintain an erection as long as you desire
   • Does not affect ejaculation and orgasm
   • High satisfactory rate
   • Low complication rate
6. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy
   Erectile dysfunction is mostly a blood vessels disease. Low intensity shock wave has been shown in studies to improve penile blood flow and restore natural erection. It is a newest modality of treatment of erectile dysfunction with minimal side effects. For more information, please consult our urology specialists.

Peyronie’s disease is a condition that affects the curvature of the penis which causes pain and difficulties in sexual intercourse. Repetitive microvascular injury or trauma are the most widely accepted etiology of the disease. Consult our experienced specialist team for the most appropriate treatment modality for you.

Recurrent urinary tract infections are difficult to treat and affect men’s quality of life. One has to investigate if there is underlying causes which may contribute to the infection , such as benign prostate hyperplasia, urinary tract stones or other voiding dysfunction.  The urology specialists of our hospital will offer our expert management for this condition.

Aging men experience a gradual decrease of their testosterone production starting at their early forties. Symptoms including lethargy, loss of energy, reduced sexual desire and erectile dysfunction.  Low testosterone has also been associated with various disease such as metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular diseases. If you are experiencing these problems, please consult our urology specialist.