Miscellaneous 

Should I see a urologist annually?

Leia Doyle

Should I see a urologist annually?

Moreover, if you have a problem that is ongoing and requires consistent treatment, you may need to see your urologist once or more a year for however long it is necessary. If you are in your 40’s, be sure to schedule your prostate cancer screening with a physician at Affiliated Urologists.

What are the symptoms of urology problems?

Symptoms of Urology Conditions

  • Blood in urine.
  • Painful urination.
  • Difficulty urinating.
  • A frequent urge to urinate, even when the bladder is empty.
  • Urinary incontinence.
  • Chronic urinary tract infections.
  • Changes in the frequency of urination.
  • A weakened urine stream.

Does going to the urologist hurt?

Pain should not be part of the process Whenever you see a urologist for an office procedure, you can generally expect an anesthetic to keep you comfortable. “We’ll usually numb you before a bladder scope.

Why would a man go to see a urologist?

A urologist will look into several causes, including vascular health, hypertension, renal failure, obesity, and several other issues that may result in ED. Also known as hematuria, blood in the urine can be scary. It could possibly be a symptom of bladder or kidney cancer. Seeing a urologist right away is key.

When is it time to see a urologist?

Men commonly seek a urologist if they have blood in the urine, kidney stones, difficulties emptying their bladder or an elevated PSA. A prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, is a protein found in the blood that, at elevated levels, may indicate prostate cancer.

What does a urologist look for in urine?

Diagnose a variety of disorders, such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, kidney stones, liver disease, diabetes or pregnancy. Screen for infection, renal disease, and poorly controlled or undetected diabetes which might otherwise negatively affect an operation.

Should I see urologist or gynecologist?

Gynecologists treat women’s health issues—pregnancy, period issues, fertility problems, menopause, and others. Urologists may treat UTIs, incontinence, cancer, and male infertility problems, among other conditions.