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Doctor-reviewed articles on urology, andrology and men's health from Dr. Raju R.

Diagram of testicular tubules and lobules illustrating Micro-TESE sperm retrieval
male infertility3 min read

TESA vs PESA vs Micro-TESE: Sperm Retrieval Options Explained

TESA, PESA, and Micro-TESE all retrieve sperm directly for men with azoospermia, but they’re used in very different situations. Here’s how the choice is made.

1 Sept 2026
Diagram illustrating HoLEP prostate tissue enucleation using an orange-peeling analogy
urology3 min read

HoLEP vs TURP for Enlarged Prostate: How They Compare

HoLEP and TURP both relieve BPH symptoms by removing excess prostate tissue, but they use different techniques. Here’s what actually separates them.

30 Aug 2026
Diagram of a ureteroscope reaching the kidney for RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery)
urology3 min read

RIRS vs URSL for Kidney Stones: What’s the Difference?

RIRS and URSL are both scope-based, no-incision kidney stone surgeries, and patients often mix them up. Here’s what actually separates them and how the choice is made.

30 Aug 2026
Surgical team performing a circumcision procedure in a sterile operating theatre
andrology3 min read

Circumcision: When It's Needed, the Procedure, and Recovery

A practical guide to circumcision — the medical reasons it may be recommended, how the procedure is performed, and what recovery typically looks like.

27 Jul 2026
Couple affected by male infertility, sitting apart in distress
male infertility3 min read

Male Infertility and Low Sperm Count: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Male factors contribute to a significant share of infertility cases. Here's what can affect sperm count and quality, how it's diagnosed, and the treatment options available.

27 Jul 2026
Diagram comparing a normal prostate to an enlarged prostate (BPH)
urology3 min read

Enlarged Prostate (BPH): Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options

BPH is one of the most common conditions affecting men as they age. Here's how to recognize it, what causes it, and the treatment path from medication to laser surgery.

27 Jul 2026
Diagram of a urinary tract infection showing an inflamed bladder lining and bacteria causing cystitis
urology3 min read

Urinary Tract Infections: Causes, Symptoms and When to Seek Treatment

What causes a UTI, how to recognize the symptoms early, and when a simple infection needs more than home care and hydration.

27 Jul 2026
Man clutching his flank in pain from a kidney stone, with an illustration of stones in the kidney
urology3 min read

Kidney Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options Explained

A complete guide to kidney stones — why they form, the warning signs to watch for, and the treatment options available today, from watchful waiting to laser surgery.

27 Jul 2026