The Bald Truth: Pediatric Urology

Most parents are told "hydronephrosis" during pregnancy or after their baby is born, and instantly worry. In this episode, we decode this common diagnosis. Dr. Andrea Balthazar, pediatric urologist from Dell Children's Hospital, breaks down everything you need to know about kidney swelling in children—what's normal, what's concerning, and what can be safely observed or treate...

Most parents never imagine a sudden, severe testicular pain could signal a surgical emergency—like testicular torsion—that demands immediate action within four hours. Dr. TJ Fitzgibbon, a pediatric urologist at Penn State Children's Hospital, breaks down this critical issue with clarity, explaining why quick intervention can save a testicle—and potentially a life. In this eye-opening episode,...

In this episode we explores nighttime bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis) with a guest expert, Dr. Julie Chang We reviewed what is bedwetting. Discussed various issues that can contribute to bedwetting (sleeping, bladder, fluid and functional issues). Identified alarming signs that could indicate this is not just normal bedwetting and should seek medical evaluation Reviewed the pros and cons of bedwet...