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LUTS (Lower Urinary Tract Syndrome) is typically a result of an enlarged prostate and whilst not necessarily dangerous to a person’s health it can be an early warning sign that something else is going on. The Symptoms of LUTS do become more prevalent with increasing age but they should not be ignored. In this episode, Brad talks through the signs and symptoms of LUTS and when to seek help from a medical professional. Brad also discusses the some of the medications that may be prescribed to assist men suffering with LUTS.

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) affects one in every five men over the age of 40. In this episode Brad continues his discussion on this problem and delves into areas such as: medications used for erectile dysfunction; why one treatment may be selected over another; the pros and cons of various solutions and practical tips to assist all solutions work better. With an ever increasing range of treatment options becoming available for ED, there is something for everyone.

On this episode of the MHDU podcast we discuss a topic that a lot of men are uncomfortable and even apprehensive to start a conversation about. Brad discusses the physiological and psychological effects that contribute to Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and how the condition can be treated.

The road to recovery post prostate cancer; ‘Pumps, tablets and the needle’. Brad speaks about the unspoken truths of life following prostate surgery and the different options available for penile rehabilitation.

This episode we delve deeper into discussions on prostate cancer and what happens after a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Brad talks us through the pre-surgery checklist and then discusses erectile dysfunction, incontinence and pelvic floor related issues, as well as touching on the mental health burden that can come with a diagnosis and survivorship.

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in Australia and has a higher prevalence in men over the age of 50. In this episode, Brad highlights the symptomatic red flags, where to seek help and demystifies what is involved in a prostate exam.

Welcome to the first episode of ‘Lifting the kilt on men’s health’. MHDU founder Brad Butt works alongside allied health professionals to tackle men’s health conditions. MHDU aims to provide factual and reliable advice for men who are often reserved and sometimes nervous or embarrassed to openly talk about personal health issues. In our first episode, Brad talks us through the establishment of MHDU and how he has created a safe space to answer the questions every male wants to ask but which many men find hard to ask or simply don’t ask.