When is it worth visiting a urologist? Symptoms that should concern you
When is it worth visiting a urologist? Symptoms that should concern you
A urologist is a specialist who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract diseases in both men and women, as well as the male reproductive system. Although many people associate a visit to a urologist with intimate topics, it is not worth postponing it – early diagnosis allows you to quickly and effectively implement appropriate treatment. When is it worth going to a urologist? What symptoms should cause us concern?
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Problems with urination
This is one of the most common reasons for visits to the urologist. If you notice:
- pollakiuria,
- pain or burning during voiding,
- bladder urgency,
- difficulty starting to urinate,
- feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder,
This is a clear signal that it is worth consulting a specialist. These can be symptoms of infection, kidney stones, and in men – prostate enlargement.
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Blood in the urine (hematuria)
The appearance of blood in the urine, even once, should never be ignored. It may indicate the following:
- urinary tract infections,
- kidney stones,
- bladder or kidney cancer.
Even if it is not accompanied by other symptoms, immediate urological consultation is necessary.
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Pain in the lower back, in the kidney or lower abdomen area
Pain in the lumbar or lower abdomen area may be related to kidney stones, urinary tract infections or other urological problems. In the case of severe pain, nausea or fever – quick intervention is necessary.
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Erection problems and decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction can have various causes – from stress, through diabetes, to urological or hormonal diseases. It is worth consulting a urologist who will help find the source of the problem and suggest effective treatment.
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Male infertility
A urologist is also a specialist to go to if you have problems conceiving a child. Male fertility diagnostics includes, m.in other things, semen analysis, assessment of testicular and prostate function, and hormone levels.
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Genital changes
The appearance of a lump, pain, swelling or skin lesions on the penis or testicles requires urgent urological consultation. This can be a sign of infection, varicocele, cysts or – in rarer cases – cancer.
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Prevention – not only for seniors
Although many men visit a urologist only after the age of 50, it is worth taking care of prevention earlier. Regular prostate check-ups, general urine tests and urinary tract ultrasound are a way to quickly detect any abnormalities before symptoms appear.
In women, a urologist can help, m.in others, in the treatment of recurrent bladder infections, urinary incontinence or inflammation of the kidneys.
It is not worth waiting for the symptoms to worsen – the sooner you see a urologist, the greater the chance of effective treatment. Modern urology offers a wide range of modern diagnostic and therapeutic methods that allow you to solve even very intimate problems with comfort and discretion. Take care of your health – do not underestimate the signals sent by your body.
