Urine Retention: Emergency Symptoms and Treatment
Sudden inability to pass urine with a painful full bladder is an emergency. Learn why urgent bladder drainage is needed…
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General Urology
Frequent Urination at Night: Causes and Treatment
Nocturia means waking from sleep to pass urine. Causes include excess night-time urine production, sleep disorders, diabetes, bladder problems, medicines…
Weak Urine Flow in Men: Causes and Treatment
A weak urine stream in men can result from prostate enlargement, urethral stricture, infection, stones or weak bladder contraction. Learn…
Burning Urination: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Burning while passing urine can be caused by UTI, stones, urethritis, prostatitis, vaginal causes or irritation. Learn which symptoms need…
Frequent Urination: Causes in Men and Women
Frequent urination may come from UTI, diabetes, overactive bladder, excess fluid intake, prostate problems or incomplete emptying. Learn how the…
10 Urinary Symptoms You Should Not Ignore
Blood in urine, inability to pass urine, fever with urinary symptoms, severe flank pain and other warning signs need timely…
Blood in Urine: Causes, Tests and Treatment
Blood in urine can come from infection, stones, prostate problems, kidney disease or urinary tract cancer. Learn when it is…
Urologist vs Nephrologist: What Is the Difference?
A urologist treats structural and surgical urinary problems; a nephrologist treats medical kidney disease. Learn which specialist is appropriate for…
When Should You Visit a Urologist?
See a urologist for persistent or recurrent urinary symptoms, blood in urine, stones, urine blockage, prostate problems, testicular concerns or…
What Does a Urologist Treat? Common Problems and When to Seek Care
A urologist treats urinary tract problems in men, women and children, plus prostate, testicular, male fertility and sexual health conditions.…