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Dr. Kambiz Dardashti, MD
Urologist
Dr. Kambiz Dardashti is a urologist practicing in Torrance, CA. Dr. Dardashti specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
29 years
Experience
Dr. Kambiz Dardashti, MD
- Torrance, CA
- Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
- Accepting new patients
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What is azoospermia?
It means that in the semen sample that you provided, they did not see any sperm. It could be because you are not producing any, or the path for sperm to join the semen is blocked. READ MORE
It means that in the semen sample that you provided, they did not see any sperm. It could be because you are not producing any, or the path for sperm to join the semen is blocked.
Are vasectomies painful?
Local anesthesia is given. At times, the procedure is performed under sedation in an outpatient center. Most people tolerate it with just numbing medicine. If pain is a major concern, READ MORE
Local anesthesia is given. At times, the procedure is performed under sedation in an outpatient center. Most people tolerate it with just numbing medicine. If pain is a major concern, discuss it with your doctor for options.
Can you treat kidney stones with medication?
Only if they are uric acid stones, which means they should not be visible on a plain x-ray (visible on CT scan). if the stone is in your ureter, medicine is unlikely to work READ MORE
Only if they are uric acid stones, which means they should not be visible on a plain x-ray (visible on CT scan). if the stone is in your ureter, medicine is unlikely to work in shrinking it, and it takes a few weeks to a few months in the kidney. However, depending on size of the stone, location, and degree of pain you are having, waiting to pass it can be an option.
Excessive urination?
Most common cause is an enlarged prostate, which can be treated with medication or office treatments of surgery. However, it could be due to a variety of other causes. A good READ MORE
Most common cause is an enlarged prostate, which can be treated with medication or office treatments of surgery. However, it could be due to a variety of other causes. A good history and physical examination, as well as urine testing is needed.
What are the symptoms of a prostate issue?
Far majority of the time, prostate cancer has no symptoms. At your age, the most common cause is prostatitis, an inflammation or infection of prostate. cut back on caffeine, READ MORE
Far majority of the time, prostate cancer has no symptoms. At your age, the most common cause is prostatitis, an inflammation or infection of prostate. cut back on caffeine, dont do bike riding, cut back on spicy food, decrease stress, get more rest, and if the symptoms persist or are bothersome, seek medical care.
How does a cystoscopy work?
I assume he found blood in your urine, and not the other way around. Cystoscopy is generally performed by passing a fiber optic soft scope up the penis. in your 40s it certainly READ MORE
I assume he found blood in your urine, and not the other way around. Cystoscopy is generally performed by passing a fiber optic soft scope up the penis. in your 40s it certainly can be somewhat painful. Numbing medicine is usually placed in urethra before. If you are very anxious about it, discuss possible use of sedation with your doctor. It is generally tolerated being done in office.
My father has been diagnosed with obstructive uropathy. Can this be treated?
Most commonly this is due to enlarge prostate, and there are medical, minimally invasive office procedures,as well as surgical options available.
Antibiotic Schedule?
Dosing is twice a day, about 12 hours apart. Can be 3 am and 3 pm if you wish.
Why would a child's urine be cloudy?
This requires the attention of a physician. Can be protein in the urine, infection, or nothing. A routine urine analysis, which can be done by the child's pediatrician would give READ MORE
This requires the attention of a physician. Can be protein in the urine, infection, or nothing. A routine urine analysis, which can be done by the child's pediatrician would give a lot of information.
Why do I have delayed ejaculation?
At times, this could be a side effect of SSRI, a class of antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications, such as zoloft or paxil. A detailed history and physical examination can sometimes READ MORE
At times, this could be a side effect of SSRI, a class of antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications, such as zoloft or paxil. A detailed history and physical examination can sometimes provide an answer.
What causes blood to drip from your penis?
Blood in the urine or dripping from the penis always requires a medical evaluation.
Can you improve sperm quality?
If you have already had a semen analysis, which shows issues with the number or quality of your sperm, and have been evaluated and there are no immediate causes, certain practices READ MORE
If you have already had a semen analysis, which shows issues with the number or quality of your sperm, and have been evaluated and there are no immediate causes, certain practices can improve the count. These includes avoiding hot baths or jacuzzi, avoiding tight fitting pants. Not smoking. Not using THC (Marijuana), among other things. A supplement is unlikely to have any effect on your semen production
Do you need surgery for a bladder leakage?
This is a complex question which requires a lot of background information. You could have overflow incontinece, meaning you have a very difficult time emptying your bladder, it READ MORE
This is a complex question which requires a lot of background information. You could have overflow incontinece, meaning you have a very difficult time emptying your bladder, it becomes over filled and spills over.
You could have a neurogenic bladder with a small bladder with sever contractions that causses leakage. you could have a bladder stone that is acting as an irritant. Without knowing a detailed history, there is no yer or no answer to your question
You could have a neurogenic bladder with a small bladder with sever contractions that causses leakage. you could have a bladder stone that is acting as an irritant. Without knowing a detailed history, there is no yer or no answer to your question
I suspect my son has kidney stones?
Kidney stones, though uncommon in children, can happen. Trouble urinating is not usually a sking of kidney stone. The pain of kidney stone is also generally severe. In any case READ MORE
Kidney stones, though uncommon in children, can happen. Trouble urinating is not usually a sking of kidney stone. The pain of kidney stone is also generally severe. In any case if he has difficulty urinating he needs a medial evaluation.
How to detect a UTI in children?
if he is complaining of pain on urination, he very likely has a UTI. UTI in boys are not normal and should be evaluated by a physician. As a general answer, you may be able READ MORE
if he is complaining of pain on urination, he very likely has a UTI. UTI in boys are not normal and should be evaluated by a physician. As a general answer, you may be able to by a test strip from a pharmacy to check urine to see if there is sign of infection. There are not 100% reliable.
What can cause a painful ejaculation?
Most commonly, prostatitis. Is it associated with blood in the semen? You may need a course of antibiotics. Should be seen and evaluated by a doctor.
What could be the cause of my testicle pain?
Unfortunately this is a common problem, usually on the left side, and a lot of times no clear cut reason can be found. However, you could be suffering from Vericoclele, a swelling READ MORE
Unfortunately this is a common problem, usually on the left side, and a lot of times no clear cut reason can be found. However, you could be suffering from Vericoclele, a swelling of veins in your scrotum, or epididymitis. A physical exam, urine test and ultrasound of your testicles is usually the starting point.
What is the best test for a prostate abscess?
A contrast CT and MRI, or transrectal ultrasound should all detect an abscess.
Can just cranberry get rid of my UTI infection?
Prior to invention of antibiotics, majority of UTI were cured by the body. However, some would become complicated, and lead to kidney or prostate infection and even death. Depending READ MORE
Prior to invention of antibiotics, majority of UTI were cured by the body. However, some would become complicated, and lead to kidney or prostate infection and even death. Depending on your age, gender, and other medical conditions, this may not be a good idea.
