Dr. Ali Afshar MD

07/25/2025

Myth!
Many cases of BPH can be managed with lifestyle changes, medications, or minimally invasive procedures like iTind—surgery isn’t always the first step.

07/24/2025

Happy Thursday! Just a quick reminder to take care of your health today so your future self can thank you tomorrow.

07/23/2025

A gentle, in-office solution for BPH—designed to relieve symptoms without surgery, heat, or permanent implants.

1- Insertion - A folded nitinol device is placed into the prostatic urethra via a cystoscope. Patients usually don’t need a catheter and can urinate normally right away

2- Expansion phase (5–7 days)
The device gently expands, exerting pressure at three key points (12, 5, and 7 o’clock). This causes controlled ischemia and scarring that form new channels for urine to pass

3- Removal
After about a week, the device is easily removed in a simple outpatient procedure using a catheter

4- Long‑term benefit
These newly formed channels remain after removal, offering durable symptom relief for years—clinical data show sustained results up to 3–4 years

07/21/2025

When people hear “low testosterone,” they often think of only one thing—libido. But testosterone plays a much bigger role in your overall health.

Low levels can impact ⤵️

🔹 Energy & Motivation: Feeling constantly tired or unmotivated? It could be more than burnout.
🔹 Mood Swings & Irritability: Hormonal imbalances can lead to increased anxiety, depression, or a short temper.
🔹 Muscle Mass & Strength: Struggling to build muscle or noticing more fat around your belly? Testosterone helps regulate body composition.
🔹 Sleep Quality: Trouble falling or staying asleep? Low T can interfere with your sleep cycle.
🔹 Mental Clarity: Brain fog, poor concentration, and memory issues might be linked to your hormone levels.

Low testosterone is more common than you think—and it’s treatable.

If something feels off, talk to a doctor. You don’t have to push through it alone.
Your health is more than just a number.

07/18/2025

Aquablation therapy is a breakthrough treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) — or enlarged prostate — designed to relieve urinary symptoms safely, precisely, and effectively.

Unlike traditional surgery, Aquablation uses heat-free, robotic technology and a high-pressure water jet to remove prostate tissue while preserving key structures that affect sexual and urinary function.

✅ Minimally invasive
✅ FDA-approved
✅ Customized to your unique anatomy
✅ Fast recovery time

If you're tired of frequent bathroom trips, weak stream, or disrupted sleep — it might be time to consider Aquablation.

📲 Book a consultation today to see if you’re a candidate.

07/17/2025

Thank you for your review, Mark! I'm so glad I could help and be part of your care.

07/16/2025

Prostate cancer can vary significantly in its behavior–ranging from slow-growing tumors that may require minimal treatment to aggressive cancers that can spread quickly. The most common types include:

Adenocarcinomas
The majority of prostate cancers are adenocarcinomas, which develop in the gland cells lining the prostate. These are the primary focus of screening and diagnostic efforts.

Small Cell Carcinomas
A rare type of prostate cancer that tends to grow and spread more quickly than adenocarcinomas.

Sarcomas and Transitional Cell Carcinomas
These types are also rare and develop from different types of tissue in the prostate.

07/15/2025

Taking Care of Your Health Starts with a Conversation.
Whether you're dealing with urinary symptoms, prostate concerns, low testosterone, or just want answers — I'm here to help.

With expert care in the heart of Beverly Hills, we provide advanced, personalized urology services in a discreet and welcoming setting.

📍 Location:
414 N Camden Drive, Suite 650
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

📞 Call Us: (310) 421-1284
📧 Email: urologybeverlyhills@gmail.com
🕘 Hours: Monday–Friday, 9AM–5PM

Your health is worth prioritizing. Let’s talk.
Book your consultation today.

07/14/2025

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is the fancy name for an enlarged prostate — and it’s extremely common. But it’s not something you just have to live with.

⚠️ Slower stream?
⚠️ Going all the time — but barely anything comes out?
⚠️ Up every night at 2am, 4am, 6am?

That’s not just “getting older.” That’s your prostate pressing pause on your life.

The good news?
There are treatments — safe, effective, and designed to give you your time (and bladder control) back.

Let’s talk about it — no embarrassment, no pressure, just answers.
📲 Schedule your appointment today.

07/11/2025

The iTind procedure gently reshapes the prostate using a temporary, device that stays in place for just 5–7 days. No cutting. No permanent implant. No hospital stay.

Struggling with frequent trips to the bathroom? Trouble starting your stream or fully emptying your bladder? You’re not alone — these are common signs of BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), or an enlarged prostate.

✅ Rapid symptom relief
✅ Preserves sexual function
✅ Quick recovery time

It’s a game-changer for men looking for effective relief without major surgery.

07/09/2025

Risk increases with age, family history, and race (African American men are at higher risk)

When caught early, the survival rate is over 99%

But here's the catch:
You can’t fight what you don’t know is there.
💡 PSA blood tests and digital re**al exams are simple tools that can save lives.

💬 Whether you're 40 or 70, it's never too early (or too late) to start the conversation with your doctor.

✅ Stay informed.
✅ Know your risk.
✅ Get screened.

Because silence shouldn’t be the reason something preventable turns deadly.

07/08/2025

Great news for men with enlarged prostates! The FDA just approved Rezūm water v***r therapy for even larger prostates—up to 150 cm³. This non-surgical treatment helps relieve BPH symptoms while preserving sexual function. Read here ➡️ https://loom.ly/evJb27I

The approval is supported by several studies highlighting the efficacy of Rezūm Water V***r Therapy in patients with larger prostates.