Understanding Urological Conditions: What Can Urologists Treat?
Understanding Urological Conditions: What Can Urologists Treat?
The spectrum of urological ailments can vary from mild to severe and can impact individuals of any age or gender.
While the urinary system is undeniably vital, it’s valuable to understand which conditions necessitate a visit to a urologist.
What types of conditions fall within the purview of urologists?
Urologists are medical specialists who focus on diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the urinary tract, reproductive system, and associated organs such as the urethra, ureter, kidneys, and bladder. Prior to specializing, urologists undergo general medical training, giving them a comprehensive knowledge base that centers on the urinary system.
Our urinary system is an indispensable component of overall health, as it facilitates urination, detoxifies the body, and enables reproduction.
Urological Issues
Some of the major organs that urologists treat include the kidneys, bladder, urethra, testes, prostate and penis. These organs are primarily found in the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. Urologists help by investigating and examining the problem to diagnose the issue accurately. Treatments for problems can include various methodologies and medications, as well as planning and undertaking surgery.
Some specialisations that urologists may take include the following:
• General diseases of the urinary tract
• Female Urology, a particular focus on the reproductive and urinary system of women
• Male infertility issues, or problems that may prevent a man from conceiving
• Neurourology, urinary problems that are created from conditions concerning the nervous system and brain
• Paediatric urology, a focus on urinary problems in children
• Urologic oncology focuses on cancers in the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, testicles, and prostate.
Common Conditions That a Urologist Treats
The urinary system takes up a large part of the body, which means numerous conditions and disorders are treatable for a urologist. Some common conditions include:
• Recurrent urinary tract infections
• Urinary incontinence/overactive bladder
• Prostatitis
• Enlarged prostate
• Interstitial cystitis
• Kidney stones
• Infertility in males and females
• Sexual dysfunction in males and females
• Cancers throughout the whole area
• Congenital disabilities of the genitalia or urinary tract
• Trauma of the urinary tract of genitalia
Signs Of Urological Problems
If you think you may have a condition that requires urological treatment, be sure to look out for the following signs:
• Blood in urine
• Cloudy urine
• Kidney pain
• Pain or difficulty urinating
• Frequent need to urinate
• Reproductive issues
If you experience any of these symptoms regularly, you should make an appointment with your urology specialist.
Treating Conditions With Urology Specialist
Dr Arianayagam is an expert in the field of urological cancer surgery and the treatment of urological conditions. He is one of the most experienced cancer surgeons in Sydney.
If you have any questions regarding urological symptoms or conditions or would like to book an appointment, please feel free to contact Dr Arianayagam’s office or call on 1300 307 990. His staff will be more than happy to assist.
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