When a man discovers that he has erectile dysfunction, there are several treatments. Many times medications will work for a time, but it is estimated that 40% of men discontinue their use within one year due to a number of issues. Injections are the next line of treatment, but if these do not prove to be satisfactory, most men decide on a penile implant. We will discuss implants here including the two types, their benefits, plus the question: how long do penile implants last?
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What’s The Difference Between BPH And Prostate Cancer?
What’s the difference between BPH and prostate cancer? The most important difference is that BPH, or an enlarged prostate gland, is not cancerous. It doesn’t mean you won’t ever get prostate cancer, but an enlarged prostate is a common condition as men get older. Let’s explain further.
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When to Get a Prostate Cancer Screening
The American Cancer Society recommends that men with average risk begin prostate screening at age 50. For those with increased risk factors, they suggest 45 or even 40. Before deciding, it is important to weigh the pros and cons with Dr. Miguel Mercado, and whether you are symptomatic. Continue reading “When to Get a Prostate Cancer Screening”
Vasectomy Recovery Process: What to Expect
Some men may tell you that getting a vasectomy was easy peasy. We wouldn’t go quite that far, but as surgeries go, it’s not so bad once you get over the anxiety. In fact, the surgery is quick and painless, but it’s very important to understand and follow the vasectomy recovery process.
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Am I at High Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Am I at high risk for prostate cancer? This is a question many middle-aged men ask their urologists. You know it’s out there, and wonder if you are one of the unfortunate men who will get it. If you are a man and you’re getting older, then yes, you are already at risk, but what makes for high risk?
When Is It Time To Consider A Penile Implant For Erectile Dysfunction
When is it time to consider a penile implant for erectile dysfunction? If you are tired of taking medications and waiting for them to work, frustrated that they limit your spontaneity, and you want something that is a more permanent solution to erectile dysfunction, you may have your answer. It might be now.
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Dr. Mercado gets COVID-19 Vaccine!
This week Dr. Miguel Mercado received his first COVID-19 Vaccine!
NeoTract Designates Dr. Miguel Mercado as UroLift® Center of Excellence
NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Miguel Mercado, M.D., Texas Urology Specialists in Woodlands and Tomball, TX, has been designated as a UroLift® Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Mercado has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift® System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
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Telemundo Houston
Aprender más sobre Prostatitis, un problema común entre mayores de 50 años de este video por Dr. Miguel Mercado y Telemundo Houston!
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How to Make Traveling Easier If You Have Urinary Incontinence
If you are a man or woman urinary incontinence shouldn’t let that stop them from enjoying life and the activities they love. Traveling by car, train, or airplane can be a bit worrisome, but with a little forethought you can learn how to make traveling easier if you have urinary incontinence.
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