by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 15, 2022 | Urology
Erectile Dysfunction Impotence, or erectile dysfunction, is the inability to achieve an erection and/or dissatisfaction with the size, rigidity and/or duration of erections. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), erectile dysfunction affects up to 30...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 15, 2022 | Urology
Laser Lithotripsy for Kidney Stones Living with kidney stones can be quite painful. But with newer, minimally invasive treatments, removing them doesn’t have to be. The urologist at Deaconess Illinois Crossroads specializes in laser lithotripsy – an incision-free...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 15, 2022 | Urology
Prostate Cancer More than 90 percent of all prostate cancers are discovered while they are either localized (confined to the prostate) or regional (nearby). The five-year survival rate for men diagnosed with prostate tumors discovered at these stages is nearly 100...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 15, 2022 | Urology
Sling Surgery for Incontinence If you’re like the millions of Americans living with urinary incontinence, we know how disruptive it can be to your life and peace of mind. That’s why Deaconess Illinois Crossroads offers everything you need to take control. Our...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 15, 2022 | Urology
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) UTIs are infections of the bladder and urethra that disproportionally affect older adults because of their vulnerability to develop a weakened immune system. Mobility limitations that may prevent good hygiene, and medical conditions,...
