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What is urology?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Urology is that medical-surgical <\/span>speciality<\/span> that is responsible for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders related to the urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra), both men and women, and the male genital system<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, <\/span>tumours<\/span>, prolapse … are <\/span>some<\/span> disorders treated directly by the urologist. This specialist performs examinations on the urinary tract to obtain images, visualize cavities, obtain samples, establish a diagnosis and a subsequent treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

At what age should you go to a urologist?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Men from the age of 50 must include in their annual check-ups, an appointment with a urologist. Those with a personal or family history related to urinary system conditions should go from 40-45 years.<\/span><\/p>\n

In any case, these age groups are relative, since any person who feels discomfort, regardless of their age, should see the specialist as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

On other occasions, patients go to the clinic to do regular check-ups, answer questions about their sex life or to learn more about how to prevent future pathologies.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Urological Check-up<\/h3>\n
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At the beginning of the visit, the specialist will prepare a medical history with the patient’s information regarding other existing pathologies, smoker, hypertension, diabetes, etc. In addition, he will be interested in the volume and strength of the urine, the times you go to the toilet, if you go at night, presence of blood or discomfort when urinating.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, when necessary, he can palpate the abdomen, perform an ultrasound of the kidneys, bladder, and prostate, in addition to performing a rectal examination to examine the prostate.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When should I go to the urologist?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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It is recommended to go to the urologist in case of burning, obstruction or discomfort when urinating. Especially, men with issues related to the prostate should attend, and women when they have urine leakage and vaginal dryness caused by menopause.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

These are <\/span>some<\/span> reasons why men should make an appointment at the specialist:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n