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Urology - The What & When

Urology is a surgical speciality that deals with the treatment of conditions involving the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs.

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Urology - The What & When

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  1. Urology - The What & When

  2. Urology • Field of medicine that focuses on the health of the urinary system. • Urologists diagnose and treat diseases of the urinary tract in both men and women. • They also diagnose and treat anything involving the reproductive tract in men. Patients may be referred to a urologist if they need treatment for a condition relating to: • Bladder • Urethra • Ureters • Kidneys • Adrenal glands.

  3. Conditions That Urologists Treat In men, urologists treat: Cancers of the bladder, kidneys, penis, testicles, and adrenal & prostate glands Prostate gland enlargement Erectile dysfunction, or trouble getting or keeping an erection Infertility Interstitial cystitis Kidney diseases & Kidney stones Prostatitis Urinary tract infections (UTIs) Varicoceles

  4. In women, urologists treat: Bladder prolapse Cancers of the bladder, kidneys, & adrenal glands Interstitial cystitis Kidney stones Overactive bladder UTIs Urinary incontinence In children, urologists treat: Bed-wetting Blockages and other problems with the urinary tract structure Undescended testicles

  5. What procedures do urologists perform? Urologists perform various tests that include: • Imaging tests • Cystogram • Post-void residual urine test • Urodynamic testing • Checking urine samples to check your urine for bacteria that cause infections Urologists also perform different types of surgery when necessary.

  6. When should you see a urologist? When you see symptoms such as: Blood in your urine A frequent or urgent need to urinate Pain in your lower back, pelvis, or sides Pain or burning during urination Trouble urinating Urine leakage Weak urine flow, dribbling A decreased sexual desire A lump in the testicle Trouble getting or keeping an erection

  7. Treatment Facilities @ KMC Special Equipments • TRUS • High definition Laparoscopic Equipments Experienced Specialists

  8. Dr. Vignesh Best Urologist in Coimbatore

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