H.T. Kurkjian, M.D.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What causes blood in the urine?
Answer: Blood in the urine may be the result of a serious illness in the
urinary system. It needs to be investigated in most cases.
Question: What is a PSA?
Answer: A PSA is a blood test to detect cancer of the
prostate (see brochure)
Question: Is a vasectomy reversible?
Answer: Reversal of a vasectomy can be done. The
success rate is about 90%. However the best results are obtained within 5 years
after the vasectomy.
Question: What causes "flank pain" or "pain in the
ribs"?
Answer: Flank pain may be caused by a kidney stone
Question: What causes a lump in the testicle?
Answer: Can be due to a tumor
