Patients with severe to mild lower urinary tract (LUT) symptoms are at a greater risk of developing metabolic syndrome, a collection of cardiovascular risk factors, reveals study.
"These findings have important diagnostic and management implications," said the authors.
Higher Levels Of Protein Albumin In Urine Linked To Increased Blood Clots Risk
According to a study, higher level of the protein albumin in urine is linked to an increased risk for blood clots in the deep veins of the legs or lungs.
According to a study, higher level of the protein albumin in urine is linked to an increased risk for blood clots in the deep veins of the legs or lungs.
"Sexual dysfunction symptoms, particularly erectile dysfunction, are similarly reported by the majority of men with MetS and should be routinely evaluated," they added.
During the study, the researchers interviewed 2,301 men 30 to 79 years old. They found an increased odds ratio of 1.68 for metabolic syndrome was observed in men with mild to severe LUTS symptoms compared to those with few or no symptoms.
Urine Analysis may Help Detect Cancer
A researcher from Missouri University has devised a method of detecting cancer with the help of urine samples.
A researcher from Missouri University has devised a method of detecting cancer with the help of urine samples.
The study appears in The Journal of Urology.
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Urinary Tract Infection Common In Women With Increased Sexual Activity And Alcohol Intake
According to a new study, college-aged women, who indulge in increased sexual activity and alcohol consumption, are more likely to develop urinary tract infections (UTIs).
According to a new study, college-aged women, who indulge in increased sexual activity and alcohol consumption, are more likely to develop urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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