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The urologist is a medical specialist who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to the urinary system, both male and female, and the male reproductive system. The main areas of expertise of the urologist include the kidneys, bladder, ureters, urethra, and male sexual organs such as the prostate and testes.
Main diseases treated by the urologist
- Urinary Tract Infections (Cystitis and Urethritis)
Urinary tract infections are among the most common conditions that lead individuals to consult a urologist. They can affect the bladder (cystitis), the urethra (urethritis), or the kidneys (pyelonephritis). Symptoms include a burning sensation during urination, frequent urges to urinate, pelvic pain, and sometimes fever. Urologists treat these infections with antibiotics and, if necessary, identify underlying causes (such as structural abnormalities or kidney stones).
- Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)
Kidney stones are solid formations that develop in the kidneys due to the crystallization of substances like calcium, uric acid, or oxalate. They can cause severe pain, hematuria (blood in the urine), difficulty passing urine, and infections. Treatment can range from pharmacological therapies for pain management to surgical interventions such as lithotripsy (breaking stones with shock waves) or surgical removal.
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a common condition in older men, where the prostate enlarges and may obstruct urine flow, causing difficulty urinating, frequent urination, incomplete urination, and in some cases, acute urinary retention. Urologists can treat this condition with medications (alpha-blockers or 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors) or surgical interventions like transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).
- Prostatitis
Prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate that can be acute or chronic. It can cause symptoms like pelvic pain, difficulty urinating, fever, and pain during ejaculation. Prostatitis can be bacterial or non-bacterial and is treated with antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, and sometimes physical therapies.
- Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the persistent inability to obtain or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. This condition can have various causes, including psychological issues, hormonal imbalances, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes. The urologist can treat erectile dysfunction with medications (such as Viagra), hormonal therapies, mechanical devices (vacuum pumps), and in selected cases, surgical interventions (such as penile prosthesis implantation).
- Urogenital Cancers
The urologist plays a central role in the diagnosis and treatment of cancers affecting the urinary tract and male sexual organs. These include:
- Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and the urologist handles diagnosis (through tests like PSA and prostate biopsy) and treatment (surgery, radiation therapy, hormonal therapy).
- Bladder Cancer: Bladder cancer can be treated surgically, with endoscopic resection or cystectomy (removal of the bladder), and with complementary therapies such as chemotherapy or immunotherapy.
- Kidney Cancer: Treatment for kidney cancer may include partial or total kidney resection, along with pharmacological therapies.
- Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is a condition characterized by the involuntary loss of urine and can result from weakened pelvic floor muscles, neurological damage, or dysfunction of the urinary system. Urologists treat incontinence with physical therapies (such as Kegel exercises), medications, supportive devices (like pessaries), and surgical interventions (such as colposuspension or the placement of urethral support slings).
- Congenital Malformations of the Urinary Tract
Some children are born with congenital malformations of the urinary tract, such as kidney or urinary duct defects, vesicoureteral reflux (an abnormal flow of urine from the bladder to the kidneys), or urethral strictures. Pediatric urologists specialize in treating these conditions, which often require surgical interventions or ongoing monitoring.
- Urinary Tract Obstruction Syndrome
When there is an obstruction in the urinary tract (caused, for instance, by kidney stones, tumors, or benign prostatic hyperplasia), urine cannot flow properly, leading to urinary retention, recurrent infections, and kidney damage. Urologists diagnose and treat these obstructions through surgical procedures or drainage techniques.
- Andropause
Andropause refers to the hormonal changes in men associated with aging, particularly a decrease in testosterone levels. While not a disease itself, andropause can cause symptoms such as fatigue, loss of muscle mass, reduced libido, and depression. Urologists can diagnose the condition and offer hormonal treatments or other forms of therapy.
Urologists play a critical role in maintaining the health of the urinary and reproductive systems in both men and women. If you experience symptoms such as pain during urination, blood in the urine, difficulty urinating, changes in sexual function, or pelvic pain, it is important to consult a urology specialist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Timely intervention can prevent complications and significantly improve quality of life.