Arpita Singh 
When you are dealing with prostate symptoms or a worrying PSA result, one of the first decisions you may face is where to seek help. In the UK, this usually means choosing between NHS care and private prostate clinics, depending on your situation and how quickly you want assessment. Both systems are widely used, but … Read more
If you are worried about urinary symptoms or prostate health, one of the first things you may wonder is whether you need a GP referral before seeing a specialist. This is a very common concern, especially if you are more familiar with the NHS pathway, where a referral is usually needed before you can see … Read more
When you are referred to a prostate clinic for the first time, it is completely normal to feel unsure about what the visit will involve. Many people assume it is only about prostate cancer, but that is not the case. A specialist prostate clinic manages a wide range of urinary and prostate-related conditions, many of … Read more
Your first visit to a prostate clinic can feel daunting, especially if you are worried about symptoms or a raised PSA result. You may also feel embarrassed about discussing personal issues such as urination, erections, ejaculation, pain, or leakage. These concerns are common, and a specialist will be used to discussing them in a professional … Read more
Many men are unsure when they should visit a prostate clinic. You may have urinary symptoms and wonder whether they are just part of getting older, or you may have a raised PSA result and feel unsure about what it means. A family history of prostate cancer or a recent change in urinary habits can … Read more
PSA levels are an important tool for monitoring metastatic prostate cancer, but they do not provide the full picture on their own. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with metastatic disease, it is natural to pay close attention to PSA results. A falling PSA may feel encouraging, while a rising level … Read more
A PSA level over 100 can feel very frightening. If you have received this result, it is natural to worry that it may mean prostate cancer has spread. It can also feel confusing if you do not have many symptoms or if the blood test was done as part of a routine check. A PSA … Read more
There are several types of prostate operations, and they are not all used for the same reason. Some are used to treat prostate cancer, while others are used for benign prostate enlargement, also called BPH. Some operations remove the whole prostate, while others only remove or reshape the inner part that is blocking your urine … Read more
Brachytherapy is a type of internal radiotherapy used to treat selected cases of prostate cancer. Instead of radiation being directed from outside the body, a radiation source is placed inside or very close to the prostate. This allows a high dose of radiation to target the prostate while trying to limit the dose reaching nearby … Read more
Some surgeons offer Retzius-sparing prostate surgery because it may help suitable patients regain urinary control earlier after prostate cancer surgery. If you are planning treatment for localised prostate cancer, you may understandably be concerned about leakage, pad use, and how long recovery might take. Retzius-sparing surgery is a specialised form of robotic radical prostatectomy, and … Read more
