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Dr. Rena Malik, MD, urologist & pelvic surgeon, debunks myths & shares expert tips on urologic & sexual health. Join 2M+ followers for exclusive, science-backed insights to boost your wellness! Subscribe now for bold, practical advice.
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Ask Me Anything: Prostate Cancer Screening, UTIs after Sex & Testicular Lumps. (opens the original)
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Blood in the urine, a firm mass in the testicle, and recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) after sex are symptoms that prompt a lot of patient questions and, often, anxiety. In this AMA episode, I tackle several of your most common concerns about urologic and sexual health—drawing clear distinctions between what’s worrisome, what’s not, and when it’s time to seek further evaluation. From prostate cancer screening recommendations and testicular self-exams to UTIs, my goal is to help you under
Why Prostate Health Should Be on Your Radar—A Urologist’s Guide to Preventing Troubles Before They Start (opens the original)
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Did you know that nearly 80% of men over 70 experience prostate gland enlargement—a condition that can quietly hijack your bladder health, sleep, and quality of life? As a urologist and pelvic surgeon, I’ve seen countless patients walk into my clinic with symptoms they thought were just “part of getting older”—urgency, waking up at night, weak urinary stream—only to discover treatable issues hiding beneath the surface. Today, I want to demystify benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), how it affects
How Understanding Shame Can Transform Sexual Health and Confidence at Any Age (opens the original)
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Sexual shame frequently shapes how we experience pleasure, seek intimacy, and even pursue care for dysfunction and discomfort. But, the goal is not to “eradicate” shame entirely (because realistically that’s not possible), but to work skillfully with it, recognizing its potential as both a barrier and a path toward better sexual health. In my recent discussion with Amy Baldwin, a sex and relationship coach, certified sex educator, and co-host of the Shameless Sex Podcast, we explored how un
What Every Man Needs to Know About Enlarged Prostate Symptoms—A Urologist Explains (opens the original)
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If you or someone you care about is racing to the bathroom, especially during the night, or strugglign to empty their bladder, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to just live with it.Today, let’s break down the surprisingly common (and treatable!) experience of living with an enlarged prostate/<a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uzu_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimage
The Impact of Anabolic Steroids on Health, explained by Leading Urologists (opens the original)
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If you’ve ever wondered whether using anabolic steroids to build muscle poses real risks, or if “physiological” doses of testosterone are meaningfully safer than black-market alternatives, you’re not alone. I hear from many men frustrated with the lack of clear, unbiased information about these drugs. The reality is, the science around anabolics, testosterone, and their side effects has been clouded by misinformation, stigma, and a reluctance in the medical community to speak openly.That’s why,
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