What does urology do?

Urology deals with urinary tract diseases (kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra). These include developmental disorders, infections, inflammations, stones, difficulty passing urine – difficulty urinating, involuntary loss of urine – and cancer. It is also involved in examining and treating male genital problems (testes, prostate, penis).

What are the most common urology problems?

Frequent, painful, bloody urination

Urinary incontinence

For men:

Difficult, stuttering urination

Decreased urine output, nighttime urination

Erectile dysfunction

In addition, screening tests are essential, and it is recommended for all men to request a screening for prostate cancer from a urologist from the age of 45.

What should I expect from my urology consultation?

Interview. The urological examination usually starts with an interview to identify the problem. It involves taking a urological and medical history, sometimes with questionnaires and scales.

Physical examination. Palpitation of the kidneys, abdomen, and genitals. A digital rectal examination may be performed to measure the consistency and size of the prostate.

Urine test. Ordered to provide proof of infection or hematuria.

Lab test. Kidney function, PSA, etc., may be ordered to measure the state of our urological functions.

Diagnostics. If necessary, the urologist may suggest an ultrasound performed at our clinic to visualize the kidney, bladder, and other urological organs. Additionally, we may help you arrange a CT scan at external facilities.