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UroPatient is a dedicated podcast providing expert insights, patient education, and real-life stories on urologic health. Hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, UroPatient bridges the gap between patients and healthcare professionals, covering topics like prostate health, bladder disorders, sexual wellness, and the latest treatments in urology. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just curious about urologic health, UroPatient offers valuable, easy-to-understand information to help you take charge of your well-being.

  1. 6d ago

    Audio: Optilume for Enlarged Prostate: Is It Right for You?

    What is Optilume, and could it be an option for men with an enlarged prostate and bothersome urinary symptoms? In this episode of UroPatient, host and presenter Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, takes a patient-focused look at Optilume for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and what patients should know before considering this minimally invasive treatment option. If you have BPH symptoms such as a weak urinary stream, difficulty starting urination, frequent urination, urgency, getting up at night to urinate, or feeling that your bladder is not completely empty, you may have wondered what treatment options are available beyond medications or traditional prostate surgery. Optilume is a minimally invasive treatment that uses a specialized balloon catheter to open the prostatic urethra. The technology also delivers medication to the treated area. But what does that actually mean for the patient? In this UroPatient episode, we discuss important questions patients may have, including: • What is BPH and why does an enlarged prostate affect urination?• What is the Optilume procedure?• How is Optilume performed?• What can a patient expect during the procedure?• Is anesthesia required?• How long does the procedure take?• What is recovery like?• How quickly might urinary symptoms improve?• What are the potential benefits and risks?• How does Optilume compare with medications and other BPH procedures?• Who might be a candidate for Optilume?• What questions should patients ask their urologist? The goal of UroPatient is to help patients better understand urologic conditions, procedures, treatments, and recovery so they can have more informed conversations with their healthcare providers. Remember, every patient is different. The best treatment for BPH depends on factors such as prostate size, anatomy, symptoms, medications, overall health, previous treatments, and patient preferences. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 👉 SUBSCRIBE to the UroNurse YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1 Subscribe for more patient education about urology, prostate health, BPH, urinary symptoms, men's health, urologic procedures, and treatment options. #Optilume #BPH #EnlargedProstate #ProstateHealth #Urology #UroPatient #UroNurse #MensHealth #BPHTreatment #UrinarySymptoms *The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  2. Oct 17

    (Audio) Voiding Trial After Catheter Removal: What to Expect

    Voiding Trial After Catheter Removal: What to Expect What is a voiding trial, and what happens when your urinary catheter is removed? In this episode of UroPatient, hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, we explain the voiding trial in simple, patient-friendly terms. A voiding trial is commonly performed when a healthcare professional wants to determine whether a patient can empty their bladder effectively after a urinary catheter has been removed. If you've had a Foley catheter, urinary retention, prostate surgery, bladder surgery, or another procedure affecting urination, you may eventually be asked to participate in a voiding trial. But what exactly happens? In this episode, we'll discuss: 🔹 What is a voiding trial?🔹 Why would your healthcare provider recommend one?🔹 What happens when the urinary catheter is removed?🔹 How is the bladder filled or allowed to fill?🔹 When will you be asked to urinate?🔹 How do healthcare professionals determine whether you're emptying your bladder?🔹 What is a bladder scan or post-void residual?🔹 What happens if you successfully pass the voiding trial?🔹 What happens if you can't urinate or don't empty your bladder completely?🔹 Why might a catheter need to be replaced? A voiding trial can be an important step toward determining whether you can safely remain catheter-free. [EMPHASIZE] Passing a voiding trial doesn't necessarily mean everything is permanently resolved, and not passing one doesn't necessarily mean you will need a catheter forever. Your healthcare team will consider your individual situation, bladder function, medical history and the amount of urine remaining in your bladder. This episode is designed to help patients and families understand what to expect and what questions they may want to ask their healthcare professional. If you or someone you know has a urinary catheter, has experienced urinary retention, or is preparing for catheter removal, this episode can help explain the process. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 🔔 Subscribe to the UroNurse YouTube channel:Subscribe to UroNurse on YouTube #UroPatient #UroNurse #VoidingTrial #CatheterRemoval #UrinaryCatheter #FoleyCatheter #UrinaryRetention #BladderHealth #PostVoidResidual #BPH #Urology #UrologyNurse #PatientEducation #UrinaryHealth The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  3. Oct 10

    (Audio) Simple Prostatectomy: What Happens When the Patient Goes Home?

    What happens after a patient leaves the hospital following a simple prostatectomy? The surgery may be over, but recovery at home is an important part of the journey. In this episode of UroPatient, Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, shares a very personal experience: caring for his own brother after simple prostatectomy surgery. It’s great when you have an urology nurse as a brother! Vic discusses what he observed during his brother’s recovery and describes a practical care trick he used while helping him after surgery. From managing the transition home to understanding what patients and families may encounter during recovery, this episode offers a firsthand perspective from someone with more than 40 years of urology nursing experience. In this video, we talk about: • What patients can expect when they go home after a simple prostatectomy• The early recovery period following prostate surgery• What it can be like to recover with a urinary catheter• Catheter and urinary-care considerations at home• What family members may need to understand when helping a prostate surgery patient• Practical tips for making the transition from hospital to home easier• Why having a knowledgeable caregiver can make a difference• A personal care technique Vic used while caring for his brother• Questions patients should consider asking their urology team before going home What is a simple prostatectomy? A simple prostatectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove the enlarged inner portion of the prostate in men with significant benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is different from a radical prostatectomy, which is performed to treat prostate cancer and removes the entire prostate. Recovery following simple prostatectomy varies from patient to patient. Your surgeon and urology team should provide specific instructions regarding activity, medications, catheter care, fluid intake, bleeding, urinary symptoms, and when to call the office. This episode is especially useful for BPH patients, prostate surgery patients, caregivers, spouses, family members, and anyone preparing for recovery after prostate surgery. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 👉 Subscribe to my UroNurse YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1 Topics covered include:#SimpleProstatectomy #ProstateSurgery #ProstatectomyRecovery #BPH #BPHTreatment #ProstateRecovery #CatheterCare #Urology #UrologyNurse #UrinaryCatheter #ProstateHealth #UroPatient #VicSenese #UroNurse #MensHealth The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  4. Oct 3

    (Audio) Genital Warts Self-Treatment: What You Need to Know

    Can genital warts be treated at home? What self-treatment options are actually available—and what should you NEVER try yourself? In this episode of UroPatient, host Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, explains the treatment options for genital warts, including when self-treatment may be appropriate and when you should see a healthcare professional. Genital warts are caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). They may appear as small bumps or growths around the genital or anal area and can sometimes be difficult to distinguish from other skin conditions. We’ll discuss: • What genital warts are and what causes them• Whether genital warts can go away on their own• Prescription self-applied treatments that may be recommended for some patients• How medications such as imiquimod, podofilox, and sinecatechins are used• Why ordinary over-the-counter wart removers should NOT be used on genital skin• When professional treatment may be necessary• Why getting the correct diagnosis is important• What to know about HPV and genital warts• Why genital warts can return even after treatment• When you should contact your healthcare provider Important: Self-treatment doesn't mean treating genital warts with just any product from the drugstore. Products designed for common hand or foot warts can damage sensitive genital tissue. A healthcare professional should confirm that a growth is actually a genital wart and determine which treatment is appropriate. If you've discovered a new bump or growth in the genital area, don't panic—and don't try to remove it yourself. Getting the right diagnosis is the first step. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 👉 Subscribe to the UroNurse YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1 #GenitalWarts #HPV #GenitalWartsTreatment #HPVTreatment #SexualHealth #MensHealth #Urology #UroPatient #UroNurse #STI #STD #HealthEducation The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  5. Sep 26

    Audio: Genital Warts: What You Need to Know About HPV & Treatment

    What should you do if you discover genital warts? Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted infection caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Finding a new growth or bump in the genital area can be frightening or embarrassing, but you're not alone—and genital warts can be treated. In this episode of UroPatient, hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, we explain what genital warts are, what causes them, how HPV is spread, what treatment options are available, and when you should see a healthcare professional. We'll discuss: • What genital warts look like• The connection between genital warts and HPV• How HPV is transmitted• Whether genital warts can go away on their own• Prescription treatments for genital warts• Procedures a healthcare professional may use to remove warts• Why you should NOT try to cut, burn, or remove genital warts yourself• Why genital warts can come back after treatment• When a genital growth should be evaluated by a healthcare professional• The importance of HPV vaccination and prevention• What genital warts mean for sexual partners• Why an HPV diagnosis does not necessarily tell you when or from whom the infection was acquired Genital warts are usually caused by low-risk HPV types, which are different from the HPV types most strongly associated with cancer. However, not every genital bump is a genital wart, which is why getting an accurate diagnosis is important. If you notice a new, unusual, painful, bleeding, or changing growth in the genital area, talk with your healthcare professional rather than attempting to diagnose or treat it yourself. This video is designed to provide patient education and help you have a more informed conversation with your healthcare provider. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA — host of UroPatient. 👉 Subscribe to UroNurse:Subscribe to UroNurse on YouTube #GenitalWarts #HPV #HPVTreatment #STI #STDs #SexualHealth #GenitalHealth #Urology #MensHealth #WomensHealth #UroPatient #PatientEducation The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  6. Sep 19

    (Audio) The Future of Virtual Urology Care: Telehealth, Technology & Better Patient Access

    telehealth changing the way urology care is delivered? In this episode of UroPatient, host and presenter Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, explores The Future of Virtual Care and Telehealth in Urology and how digital healthcare technology could transform the way patients connect with urologists and healthcare professionals. Telehealth is becoming an increasingly important part of modern healthcare. For urology patients, virtual care may provide new opportunities for access, follow-up care, patient education, remote monitoring, chronic disease management, and communication with healthcare providers. But what will the next generation of virtual urology care look like? This presentation examines the evolving role of telehealth in urology, including how technology may change the patient experience and help deliver care beyond the traditional doctor's office. • The future of telehealth and telemedicine in urology• Virtual visits and follow-up appointments• Remote patient monitoring and digital healthcare• Improving access to urologic care• Telehealth for rural and underserved patients• Digital tools for patient education• Artificial intelligence and virtual healthcare• Wearable and connected health technology• Managing chronic urologic conditions remotely• Privacy, security, and technology considerations• The role of nurses and healthcare professionals in virtual care• The future of the digital urology patient Urology involves many conditions requiring ongoing communication, education, monitoring, and follow-up. From BPH and urinary symptoms to overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney disease, and sexual health concerns, some parts of the healthcare journey may not always require an in-person visit. The future of virtual urology may combine telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, artificial intelligence, wearable devices, connected health technology, electronic health records, digital patient education, and traditional in-person examinations and procedures. For patients, this could mean receiving the right type of care at the right time, while maintaining the human connection that remains essential to good healthcare. For urologists, nurses, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals, telehealth presents both opportunities and challenges as healthcare delivery continues to evolve. Presented and hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. Subscribe to the UroNurse YouTube channel for more urology education, patient education, healthcare technology, interviews, urology news, and discussions about the future of urologic care. Subscribe to UroNurse on YouTube #Telehealth #Urology #Telemedicine #VirtualCare #DigitalHealth #HealthcareTechnology #UroPatient #UroNurse #UrologyNursing #VicSenese The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions. Topics include:Why Telehealth Matters in Urology

  7. Sep 5

    (Audio) Can “Boner Pills” Help You Pee? You Might Be Surprised!

    Can medications commonly called “boner pills” actually help men pee better? You might be surprised! In this episode of UroPatient, Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, explains the surprising connection between erectile dysfunction (ED), enlarged prostate (BPH), and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) — and why a medication that was originally associated with erections may also have benefits for urination. Medications such as tadalafil (Cialis) are FDA-approved for erectile dysfunction and are also approved for the treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). For some men, treating both conditions with one medication may be an option worth discussing with their healthcare provider. In this patient-friendly episode, we'll explore how PDE5 inhibitors work and why they can affect more than just sexual function. 🔹 What “boner pills” actually are🔹 How Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil) differ🔹 Why tadalafil can help with BPH urinary symptoms🔹 The connection between erectile dysfunction and urinary symptoms🔹 How PDE5 inhibitors may improve urinary symptoms🔹 What men with BPH, weak stream, urgency, frequency, or nighttime urination should know🔹 Whether a medication for ED could potentially address both sexual and urinary concerns🔹 Important safety considerations and medication interactions🔹 Why you should talk with your healthcare provider before starting an ED medication *The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

  8. Aug 29

    (Audio) Before You Take Tamsulosin: Essential Facts Every Man Should Know

    Is tamsulosin (Flomax) really the best medication for an enlarged prostate (BPH)? In this episode of UroNurse News, host Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, explains how tamsulosin works, who benefits the most, common side effects, and when another treatment may be a better choice. If you're experiencing frequent urination, a weak urine stream, difficulty starting urination, getting up multiple times at night, or incomplete bladder emptying, you've probably heard about tamsulosin. But is it the right medication for you? In this episode you'll learn: How tamsulosin improves urine flowThe most common side effects, including dizziness and ejaculatory changesWhy tamsulosin doesn't actually shrink the prostateWhen medications like finasteride or dutasteride may be a better optionCombination therapy: when two medications work better than oneNewer treatment options for BPHWhen it's time to consider minimally invasive procedures or surgeryWhether you've just been prescribed tamsulosin or have been taking it for years, this video will help you better understand your treatment options and prepare you for a discussion with your healthcare provider. 👍 If you found this video helpful, please Like, Subscribe, and Share! 🔔 Subscribe for more trusted urology news and patient education:https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse Visit:🌐 UroNurse.com #Tamsulosin #Flomax #BPH #EnlargedProstate #ProstateHealth #FrequentUrination #MensHealth #Urology #UroNurse #VicSenese #BenignProstaticHyperplasia #ProstateMedication #UrinarySymptoms #HealthNews

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UroPatient is a dedicated podcast providing expert insights, patient education, and real-life stories on urologic health. Hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, UroPatient bridges the gap between patients and healthcare professionals, covering topics like prostate health, bladder disorders, sexual wellness, and the latest treatments in urology. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just curious about urologic health, UroPatient offers valuable, easy-to-understand information to help you take charge of your well-being.

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