Bladder leakage is far more common than most people realize and it is also highly treatable. Whether it shows up as occasional drips when you laugh or a sudden, urgent need to go, urinary incontinence is not simply “part of aging.” It is a medical...
An unexpected PSA result can be unsettling. You might ask what number really matters, whether imaging can “see” cancer, and how quickly you will have answers. At Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology, P.A., we guide patients step by step so you understand what each test...
A prostate cancer diagnosis raises urgent questions about timing, outcomes, and quality of life after treatment. Robotic prostatectomy is a common surgical option that removes the prostate through small incisions using robotic assistance controlled by a urologic surgeon. Patients often want to know how recovery...
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is common and treatable at every stage. The right option depends on your health history, current medications, and goals for spontaneity, reliability, and recovery time. At Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology, P.A., our physicians in Summerville and North Charleston guide patients through...
Kidney stone pain can be sudden and severe, and online advice often adds confusion rather than clarity. This guide separates common myths from evidence-based facts so you can understand what helps, what does not, and when medical care is needed. At Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology,...
Leaking urine when you laugh or exercise, rushing to the bathroom, or noticing a vaginal bulge can be frustrating and isolating — but these symptoms are common and treatable. Female urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse affect women across many life stages, and modern care...
Worried about your child’s urinary symptoms can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. Pediatric urologic issues are common, often treatable, and usually improve with the right guidance. At Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology, P.A., our goal is to help you understand what is normal, what...
If you are getting up at night to urinate, feeling urgency during the day, or noticing a weak stream, you are not alone. For many men over 45, these changes point to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — a common, noncancerous enlargement of the prostate. The good...
A kidney stone can stop your day in its tracks. One minute you feel fine, and the next you have sharp flank pain, nausea, or a sudden urge to pace because nothing helps. If you live in the Lowcountry, knowing where to go saves time, money,...
Your first visit to a urologist can feel uncertain, but having a clear plan can make everything easier. At Palmetto Adult and Children’s Urology, P.A., our goal is to help you arrive prepared, understand each step of the appointment, and leave with a practical next...