By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
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Urologist
What is female stress incontinence?
Female stress incontinence (SUI) is involuntary leakage of urine during times of activity. It often occurs when doing exercise such as running, jumping or walking but can also occur from coughing or sneezing or simply from bending over or moving from a seated to standing position.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
13.07.22
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An expert explains: Can problems affecting the bladder be prevented?
Highly esteemed consultant urologist Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam details the most common conditions affecting the bladder and explains how they are diagnosed in this informative article. The leading specialist also gives expert insight on how to prevent bladder problems.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
16.12.21
Urologist
Urinary incontinence: your must-know guide
We recently spoke with esteemed expert consultant urologist, Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam, who provided us with a must-know guide with regards to urinary incontinence. Here, Mr Thiruchelvam outlines the condition's symptoms, and the various risk factors associated with urinary incontinence.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
20.03.19
Urologist
Urinary problems can be anything from difficulty in passing urine, going to the bathroom too often during the night, or even having the urge to go the toilet when you don't really need to. Leading Cambridge urologist explains just which methods are used to test your urine flow to find out what's going on.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
15.02.19
Urologist
What is urethral stricture disease?
Urethral stricture disease is a narrowing of the urethra or water pipe that mostly affects men and usually occurs near the bladder end of the urethra, but can also affect the urethra within the penis or the tip (meatal stenosis). Normally urine is carried freely from the bladder when you want to pass urine. If there is a narrowing or stricture, this affects a man’s ability to urinate. Urologist Nikesh Thiruchelvam tells us what causes urethral stricture disease and what can be done to treat it.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
19.12.18
Urologist
Vasovasostomy is a surgical procedure that reverses a vasectomy. Having a vasectomy is usually done as a form of contraception for men who want to prevent pregnancy occurring. It is a microsurgical procedure and takes a lot of skill. Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam, a top urologist who runs a dedicated vasectomy reversal clinic, explains how vasectomy reversal is achieved.
By Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam
29.11.18
Urologist
Female urinary incontinence over time: a wee guide
Little accidents happen to everyone. Urinary incontinence is surprisingly common at all stages of life, ranging from small leakages to bigger accidents. While some people accept it, believing it is simply a part of getting older, often there is something that can be done. Experienced urologist Mr Nikesh Thiruchelvam is here to explain how your bladder changes as you age and when you should see a doctor about incontinence.
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