Arthur Crowley

Bio

Dr. Crowley, Sharecare Editorial Advisory Board Member, is a practicing urologist and currently holds the positions of President & CEO of LBI Urology (NJ) and contract Medical Director Oncology/Urology for Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals. He was formerly a Medical Director at Pfizer, supporting the company’s Urology and Men’s Health medicines. Prior to joining Pfizer, Dr. Crowley was Assistant Professor in Urology at State University of New York-Downstate Medical Center and Chief of Urology Service, VA Medical Center both in Brooklyn, New York.

Education:
• MPH: Columbia University
• MD: Univ. of Medicine and Dentistry-New Jersey
• BA:. Rutgers University

Urology Fellowship: Cornell Medical Center NY
Urology Residency: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, NY
Surgery Internship: Monmouth Med Center, NJ
Certification: American Board of Urology (Diplomate)


Specialties:

Affiliation:

  • LBI Urology, P.C.

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Activity

  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What causes your bladder to drop?

    A dropped bladder, also called prolapsed bladder or cystocele, is a medical condition that affects the urinary bladder and the vagina. In women, the front wall of the vagina supports the bladder. Significant bodily stress such as childbirth can damage this part of the vaginal wall. If it deteriorates

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    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What is a prolapsed bladder?

    A Prolapsed bladder, also called fallen bladder or cystocele, is a condition that affects the urinary bladder and the vagina. In women, the front wall of the vagina supports the bladder. Significant bodily stress such as childbirth can damage this part of the vaginal wall. If it deteriorates enough,

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What is the dosage of L-arginine to treat erectile dysfunction?

    L-Arginine is an amino acid found in red meat and other protein sources. The body uses this amino acid to make a substance called nitric oxide (NO) that dilates blood vessels to improve blood circulation. This is believed to be how L-arginine can help increase blood flow to the penis, allowing a firmer

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    Can over-the-counter (OTC) antihistamines cause erectile dysfunction?

    Antihistamines (for example, Benadryl, Dramamine, Phenergan, Vistaril, Zantac) are used to treat many conditions including: allergic symptoms and itchiness, the common cold, motion sickness, insomnia, and extrapyramidal symptoms (for example, anxiety, restlessness). Regardless whether over-the-counter

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    Do medications for erectile dysfunction protect against HIV?

    Medications for erectile dysfunction DO NOT protect against Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) or other Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). Commonly uses medications will clearly state in their label (Full Prescribing Information, Information for Patients, Patient Counseling or Caution Sections) that their use

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What are the causes of erectile dysfunction (ED)?
    "Normal" erectile function involves a complex relationship between neurologic, vascular, hormonal and psychological components. To attain and maintain a firm erection requires inflow of blood (arteries) and reduction of blood outflow (veins). Diseases (for example hypertension, diabetes, heart...  Full Post
  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What causes radiation burns during prostate cancer surgery?

    Radioactive seed implantation (also called Brachytherapy) is a form of radiation therapy for the treatment of prostate cancer. The radioactive metal “seeds” (which are approximately the size of rice grain) are implanted, systematically and uniformly into the entire prostate gland commonly using ultrasound for guidance.

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    How does urinary incontinence affect women?

    Common situations that may result from urinary incontinence include, but are not limited to:

    • Depression
    • Falls
    • Financial hardship
    • Hospitalization
    • Increased home care services (Caregiver stress)
    • Loss of Independence
    • Nursing home placement
    • Skin breakdown
    • Social isolation
    • Reduced quality of life
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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    How does taking Flomax affect cataract surgery?

    During cataract surgery (for patients who have been taking alpha blockers e.g., Flomax) the iris may not properly dilate and even become prolapsed during the procedure. This is called, Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS). There are a variety of methods for handling IFIS preoperatively and during

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    How big is the average penis?

    There is tremendous variability regarding the size of the flaccid or non-erect penis. Flaccid penile length is a poor predictor of erectile length. The average erect human penis is approximately 5-6.2 inches (12.7-16 cm). Research studies that rely of self-measurement will report higher than average lengths

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    If I have premature ejaculation, what are the benefits of taking an SSRI?

    Delayed ejaculation is a common, known side effect of anti-depressive medications, especially those classified as Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs).

    During the past decade, considerable experience has been gained in using them to actually treat premature ejaculation (PE). Various doses

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    Can having a stroke cause erectile dysfunction?

    Suffering from a stroke is rarely the direct cause of sexual dysfunction. Depression and/or stress can begin shortly after hospitalization as couples begin to face new challenges such as, filing insurance claims, follow-up doctor appointments, and keeping up with new medications. These new challenges,

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What is the treatment for an epididymal cyst?

    An epididymal cyst is a sperm-filled cyst in the collecting tubes located just behind the testicle. This is often (medically) referred to as a spermatocele. Most times there are no symptoms and a spermatocele is diagnosed by self-examination or by a physician on routine physical examination. Symptoms,

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    Is it normal for my penis size to increase?

    Most of the human penile growth occurs between infancy and five years of age. There is additional growth five years after the onset of puberty. 

    Studies have been both positive and negative regarding correlating the size of the penis and other body parts. Some genetic (for example, endocrine and/or hormonal

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  • Arthur Crowley
    Arthur Crowley answered:
    What are the treatments for erectile dysfunction?

    The treatment of erectile dysfunction should begin with the identification of other concomitant diseases. For example, high blood pressure, diabetes, and psychosexual disorders. If detected, they should be effectively addressed and treated.    

    Currently available treatments for erectile dysfunction

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