Anyone can have alopecia areata. It often begins in childhood. You have a slightly higher risk of having alopecia areata if a close family member has it. Your risk is even greater if your family member lost his or her first patch of hair before age 30.
A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is surgery to remove parts of the prostate gland through the penis. No incisions are needed. The surgeon reaches the prostate by putting an instrument into the end of the penis and through the urethra. This instrument, called a resectoscope, is about 12 inches long and .5 inch in diameter.
This material must not be used for commercial purposes, or in any hospital or medical facility. Failure to comply may result in legal action. Transurethral resection of bladder tumors (TURBT) is surgery to remove one or more tumors from your bladder. Write down the correct date, time, and location of your surgery. Arrange a ride home. Ask a family member or friend to drive you home after your surgery or procedure.