Aging is considered to be one of the most important risk factors for the development of benign changes to your prostate as well as for the development of prostate cancer. The only way to ensure that the treatment for any kind of benign or malignant change to the prostate gland is easy to treat is by attending regular screening visits through MIVA Medical in Kansas City . Here is why it is so important to get your prostate checked regularly as you grow older: –            Problems can be detected in the early stage – prostate enlargement, prostate inflammation as well as prostate cancer are easy to detect during screening visits. All these issues are also very quick and easy to treat when found early, with a variety of options available for the treatment for enlarged prostate as well as for more serious issues related to the gland. –         Peace of mind that you are healthy – regular vis...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia, also known simply as enlarged prostate, is a condition that is very common in men after the age of 50 and manifests in the form of difficulties related to urination and sexual function. In the past, the radical resection of the prostate gland was the only option to help with the problem, today there are several options of treatment for enlarged prostate, including non-surgical methods. Here are some of the options to talk with Dr Silas Williams to treat the problem without surgery: Medication – in early phases and in mild to moderate cases, prostate enlargement can be efficiently treated with over-the-counter medication or with prescription medicines. Both solutions take long to bring results, which means that the medicines need to be taken regularly and correctly for at least a couple of months before any improvement becomes noticeable. Minimally invasive interventions – prostate artery embolization is one of the most efficient and most popular tre...

The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system. Located below the bladder, the small gland can start enlarging with age and is the most common culprit for causing problems related to urination and sexual function. There are many treatment options available for maintaining or improving prostate health, including over the counter medication and supplements or prescription medicines and minimally invasive or surgical interventions for cases when the prostate gland causes problems. One of the ways to take care of the health of the prostate gland is to engage in physical activities regularly, one of the most beneficial forms of exercise in that sense being yoga. Here are some of the ways in which yoga can be beneficial for prostate health: Reducing the risk of developing prostate enlargement and other issues – yoga poses optimize the circulation all over the body, including the internal organs. Better circulation means improved health, therefore including the right yoga pos...

Prostate artery embolization is a modern and very efficient procedure performed by an interventional radiologist to treat the symptoms caused by prostate enlargement. Here are some things to know about how the process goes and what you can expect in terms of improved prostate health: The process – prostate artery embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of a catheter into the groin area through which the interventional radiologist or endovascular specialist introduces a substance that will temporarily block the blood supply to the prostate gland. The process will take about an hour, afterwards the patient is required to stay in the doctor’s office for supervision for another hour or two, then he is released and allowed to go home. The benefits – prostate artery embolization is among the most popular MIVA Medical treatment options available today for prostate enlargement, owing its popularity to the very short recovery time and the positive resul...

Interventional radiologists treat a wide variety of conditions, from prostate enlargement and uterine fibroids to blockages in the arteries and many others. The role of the interventional radiologist being so important, being able to ask all the right questions before you undergo the treatment for your particular condition is very important. Here are some of the issues that you should discuss with your doctor before your intervention: How to prepare for the procedure – some types of interventions require no special preparations, while others will require you to do or not to do certain things beforehand. One of the first things that you should find out during the initial consultation refers to these dos and don’ts. How the procedure will go – whatever the intervention that you need, whether it is minor and quick or longer and more complicated, there is surely some worry involved before you go to the doctor’s office. To keep those feelings of worry to the minimum, ask your doctor to ...

Peripheral arterial disease is a very common health issue that affects almost the entire adult population over the age of 50. What triggers the problem is not exactly known, but medical scientists consider peripheral arterial disease to be a lifestyle related problem that manifests in the form of the accumulation of calcium and cholesterol deposits inside the arteries. The condition can stay asymptomatic for decades, the symptoms starting only when the deposits in the arteries have become thick enough to hinder the circulation of blood. While there is no cure available for the condition, the principal option of treatment for peripheral arterial disease is lifestyle changes that might include the consumption of certain foods. Here are some of the superfoods that can efficiently reverse the process of plaque development: Olive oil – the replacement of hydrogenated oils with olive oil is one of the first recommendations for the treatment of PAD. Foods rich in fiber – stepping up the i...

Having an overactive bladder, a syndrome also known as frequent urination, is more than just a nuisance. The condition can seriously affect your quality of life, requiring you to organize your entire daily schedule around the need to find a toilet in time and compromising the quality of your rest during the night as well. Fortunately, there are lots of options of treatment for frequent urination, many of them natural remedies that are readily available in drug stores or from natural therapists. Here are some such remedies: Corn silk – the by-product of corn production is excellent for the treatment of many ailments, including frequent urination. You can consume it in the form of infusion, drinking about two cups of the tea every day until you notice an improvement. Capsaicin – found in the fleshy part of chili peppers, capsaicin is another excellent remedy for an overactive bladder. Pumpkin seeds – another simple and readily available natural remedy that is known to contain high...

MIVA Medical provides the most experienced and customized patient care in interventional oncology, radiology and endovascular treatment. We specialize in vascular care, arterial disease, prostate enlargement, liver cancer, men’s and women’s health, spinal compression fractures, and vein/leg issues. Our experienced team, cutting-edge equipment, and safe, outpatient facility benefit everyone who comes through our doors. Endovascular conditions and procedures that we perform in our outpatient vascular clinic include: PAD – Peripheral Arterial Disease Interventional Oncology & Liver Cancer BPH – Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia UFE – Uterine Fibroids Venous Issues Enlarged Prostate Leg and Calf Pain or Cramps Our leading-edge treatments include but are not limited to: PAE – Prostatic Artery Embolization Y90 Radioembolization Khypoplasty