Gout What is Gout? Gout is a form of arthritis that causes sudden attacks of pain, redness, and tenderness in joints; especially the joint at the base of the big toe. Gout occurs when your body has extra uric acid; so urate crystals accumulate in joints, causing inflammation and intense pain. A crisis usually develops […]
Hematuria Seeing blood in urine should never be ignored; because it can be a sign of a serious medical problem. It is the most common sign of bladder cancer that is usually painless, the urine color might change to orange, bright red, or brown. What is hematuria? Hematuria is the presence of blood cells in […]
Bladder Prolapse What’s bladder prolapse? A cystocele or a prolapsed bladder occurs when ligaments that hold your bladder up and the muscle between a woman’s vagina and bladder are weak; for this reason, the bladder will fall into the vagina. There are three grades of cystocele: – Grade 1: The bladder falls only a […]
How is male infertility diagnosed? Diagnosis starts with a physical examination to evaluate your general state of health and identify any physical problems that may have consequences on your fertility. The doctor required the presence of the two partners and some tests: Semen Analysis Semen analysis is a routine lab test that helps to determine: […]
Male Infertility Nearly 1 in 7 couples is infertile, which means there is no pregnancy even though they’ve had frequent, unprotected sexual intercourse for a year or longer. The male factor can be the cause of infertility, and this can lead to a stressful relationship. When to see a doctor? If no pregnancy after a […]
Overactive bladder diagnosis and treatment are very necessary to continue your life without depression and stress. Overactive Bladder Diagnosis We can have the same symptoms of OAB in : -Urinary tract infection. -BPH. -Bladder cancer. -Interstitial cystitis, prostatitis. When you have these symptoms you should visit your urologist who will: -Ask about your symptoms and […]
Overactive Bladder What is an overactive bladder? Overactive bladder, also called OAB, describes a combination of symptoms that can include: -An uncontrolled frequent and sudden urge to urinate. -Pass to urinate many times during the day and night. -Urgency incontinence. These symptoms can disrupt your life, even if you are able to get to the […]
Diagnosis of urinary tract infections in women First, the doctor will ask about the symptoms and the sexual activity of the patient; a urine analysis and urine culture will be required to prove the infection and determine the nature of the bacteria. In case of recurrent UTIs, a doctor may request further diagnostic testing to […]
Urinary tract infections in women Women have a high risk (over 50 percent) of developing a urinary tract infection (UTI), especially in the case of pregnancy; where a urine test is required even if there are no symptoms because a urine infection can be dangerous for both maternal and infant health. Causes The essential cause […]
Diagnosis of urinary tract infections in men Your doctor will ask about: -Your symptoms. -Your sexual activity. Before thinking about a prostate problem like BPH and get an ultrasound image of your prostate, the doctor required urine tests (urine analysis and urine culture) to confirm the diagnostic of UTI. Treatment for a UTI in men To […]
Urinary Tract infections in Men What is a urinary tract infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of your urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra). There are 2 types of UTI: -Upper tract: in the ureters or kidneys. -Lower tract: in the bladder, urethra, or prostate in men. […]
The prostate is a gland located in the lower urinary tract, under the bladder, and around the urethra. Only men have a prostate. It produces the fluid which carries semen. The prostate has smooth muscles which help to push out the semen during ejaculation.
Stone is a hard, solid mass that can form in the ureter, bladder, and kidneys.Bladder stones usually develop as a result of bladder outlet obstruction, meaning difficulty in emptying the bladder.On the other hand, kidney stones form when minerals or acid salts in your urine crystallize.
Chronic pelvic pain is defined as pain that occurs below the umbilicus (belly button) that lasts for more than six months. It may or may not be associated with menstrual periods in female. Chronic pelvic pain may be a symptom caused by one or more different conditions.
