Urology

Urology is a part of health care that deals with diseases of the male and female urinary tract.

Expert Treatment Process

Urological health covers the urinary tract in both men and women and the male reproductive system. Our urologists treat conditions like urinary tract infections, kidney stones, prostate disorders, bladder control issues, and erectile dysfunction.

Using minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries, we offer procedures such as prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and ureteroscopic stone removal, aiming for effective treatment with minimal discomfort.

The treatment process begins with a diagnostic workup involving laboratory tests like urinalysis, blood tests, and PSA levels, and imaging such as ultrasounds, CT scans, or cystoscopy.

Treatment planning includes medical management through antibiotics, medications, and lifestyle advice, with surgical options utilizing minimally invasive procedures as needed. During surgery, advanced techniques involve the use of lasers, robotic systems, and small instruments, with anesthesia administered based on the procedure.

Postoperative care focuses on symptom relief through medications to ease discomfort and monitoring to ensure normal urinary and sexual function returns.

What to Expect and How to Prepare

Before treatment, hydration instructions may require you to drink fluids for certain tests, and fasting is required for some procedures.

After treatment, activity restrictions involve avoiding heavy lifting for a specified period, and increasing fluid intake helps flush the urinary system.

Patient tips include keeping a symptom log to report accurately, attending follow-up appointments critical for monitoring and adjusting treatment, and making lifestyle changes as diet and exercise can impact urological health.

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