How do I know if I need to see a urologist?
You may make an appointment or get a referral to a urologist if you have:
- Trouble urinating (peeing), including getting started or having a strong flow of urine, pain, cloudy urine or blood in the urine.
- Changes in urination, like frequent urination or feeling like you always have to go.
What disorders do urologists treat?
A urologist might treat bladder problems, urinary tract infections (UTIs), bladder and kidney cancer, kidney blockage, and kidney stones. Men might also see them for: Erectile dysfunction (ED) Enlarged prostate gland.
What is the difference between urology and urologist?
Urology is considered a surgical specialty, but urologists do much more than perform surgical procedures. Many urologists are in general practice and can treat a variety of urologic conditions. Other urologists have a specialty in a certain area, like urologic cancer, male infertility, or pediatric urology.
Are there different types of urologists?
Due to the wide range of issues involved in urology, our physicians have special training and interests in certain areas, such as pediatric urology, adult urology, robotic surgery, prostate cancer, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and many others. The AUA identifies seven areas of subspecialty in urology.
How do you get referred to a urologist?
Many people are referred to a urologist by their GP for conditions and illnesses ranging from the minor to the more serious. Specialists are usually based at a hospital, such as the Urology Clinic of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital.
What are the symptoms of urology problems?
Symptoms of urology problems include:
- Difficulty urinating.
- Pain or burning while urinating.
- Blood or other discharge in urine.
- Fever.
- Chills.
- Lower back pain.
- Pain in genitals.
Does urologist deal with kidneys?
Urologists treat conditions of the urinary tract, which includes the urethra, bladder and kidneys. However, urologists only treat particular conditions of the kidneys. They can perform surgery, remove cancerous cells, and eliminate kidney stones.
Which is better urologist or nephrologist?
To summarize, nephrologists specifically treat diseases that affect the kidneys and their ability to function, such as diabetes or kidney failure. Urologists treat conditions of the urinary tract, including those that can be affected by the kidneys such as kidney stones and obstruction.
How does a urologist check your bladder?
During a cystoscopy, the urologist will examine the lining of the urethra and bladder and may insert small instruments through the cystoscope to treat problems in the urethra and bladder or perform a biopsy. During a cystoscopy, a cystoscope is inserted through the urethra into the bladder.