Knowledge Is Confidence
Plain-language guides written to help you understand your condition, your options, and what to expect — so you arrive at your consultation informed and confident.
Patient Guide · Prostate Health
What does your PSA number actually mean? What causes it to rise? What is a normal level for your age? And exactly what happens if yours is elevated? This guide answers every question.
PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) is a protein produced exclusively by the prostate gland. The test is simple — a blood sample — but the interpretation is nuanced. A raised PSA does not automatically mean cancer: it can be caused by prostate enlargement, infection, inflammation, or even vigorous exercise. But a persistently elevated or rising PSA always warrants specialist investigation.
In this guide, Dr Ameen explains PSA reference ranges by age, the concept of PSA velocity, when to get tested, and the modern investigation pathway (mpMRI before biopsy) that avoids unnecessary procedures.
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Robotic surgery for prostate cancer has transformed outcomes over the past decade — but not all robotic prostatectomies are the same. This guide explains why the Retzius-sparing technique leads to faster recovery of urinary continence.
The Retzius space is an anatomical area at the front of the bladder. Traditional robotic prostatectomy passes through this space, disrupting support structures of the bladder neck and urethra. The Retzius-sparing approach enters from behind, leaving these structures intact — meaning many patients are dry within weeks rather than months.
Dr Ameen has performed over 500 cases using this technique. This guide explains the procedure, recovery, risks and what to expect — in plain language.
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Benign prostate enlargement (BPH) affects the majority of men over 50, causing urinary symptoms that range from mildly inconvenient to seriously disruptive. The good news: it is very treatable.
The challenge is that there are now six different treatment options — and choosing between them requires understanding your prostate size, symptom severity, sexual function priorities and general health. This guide compares each option honestly.
Aquablation vs TURP for large prostates. Rezum vs UroLift for younger men who want to preserve ejaculation. Medical treatment as a first step. Dr Ameen explains each one clearly.
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