Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Is there a connection between sexuality and the prostate?
Yes. The prostate gland is an important part of the male reproductive system and produces a portion of the seminal fluid.
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Is there a difference between robotic surgery and open surgery?
The primary goal of both methods is the same: to treat the disease safely and effectively. Robotic
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Will the tumor spread if it is touched?
No. Thanks to the surgical techniques and oncological principles used today, tumorous tissues can be safely removed. A
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Is the tumor male or female?
From a medical standpoint, tumors are not classified as female or male. Among the general public, some tumors are
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Is it true that “a knife won’t touch the tumor”?
No. This is a belief commonly held in this society but one that has no scientific basis. In many types of cancer, surgery
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Does the tumor spread when a biopsy is taken?
This is one of the questions our patients ask most frequently. The biopsy techniques used today cause the spread of cancer
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Is it harmful to hold your urine for a long time?
Yes. Holding urine for long periods of time can negatively affect bladder function. Over time, excessive stretching of the bladder can
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
What does it mean when urine looks foamy?
Foamy urine that occurs occasionally is usually normal and may be due to urinating too quickly. However,
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
Does moving around help when passing a kidney stone?
In some patients, moving around and engaging in daily physical activity may help the stone pass. This is especially true for small stones
Prof. Dr. Volkan İZOL
June 13, 2026
If I drink a lot of water, will my blood pressure drop?
Adequate fluid intake is extremely important for patients with kidney stones, but not every stone can be passed simply by drinking water.