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After our body absorbs nutrients, it leaves behind waste products in the blood and bowel. Filtering blood and producing waste by-products like urine are the major functions of our urinary system. Maintaining our urological health means keeping its organs: the kidneys, ureters, urethra, and bladder in optimal condition.
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How do I prevent UTI?
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are more common in women than men, but the risk increases in men once they reach 50. UTIs are caused by bacteria, and it usually causes a burning sensation when urinating. UTIs can be treated with antibiotics. Some tips to prevent UTI include the following: - Keep your genital area clean - Drink plenty of fluids - Do not hold in your bladder for too long if you have the urge to urinate
What does a urologist do?
Urologists are physicians who specialize in conditions affecting the kidneys, urinary bladder, adrenal glands, urethra and male reproductive organs. Some of the conditions urologists look into include: - Bladder problems - Bladder and prostate cancer - Prostate gland enlargement - Erectile dysfunction (ED) - Kidney stones - Urinary tract infections (UTIs)"
Is a urologist a doctor for the male reproductive system?
A urologist is a doctor who specializes in diseases that affect the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. While a urologist typically deals with health issues that affect men, including their reproductive health, a urologist can treat men and women. In fact, there are some urologists who specialize in female urology, treating bladder issues, UTI, and urinary incontinence.
What is the function of the urethra?
The urethra is a tube that allows urine from the bladder to pass outside the body. In men, it is responsible for ejaculating or expelling semen once they reach orgasm. When you need to pee, your bladder muscles tighten, which carry urine out of the bladder. While that happens, your brain signals your sphincter muscles to relax, which allows urine to pass out of the body. This is a case of normal urination.
What is the function of the prostate gland?
The prostate is a small gland located between the base of the penis and the rectum. Its most important function is producing part of the fluid that makes up semen, along with sperm from the testes. The prostate’s muscles are also responsible for pressing semen into the urethra and expelling it out of the body during orgasm.
Prostate cancer symptoms: What are the signs?
Prostate cancer usually does not have any signs in its early stages, which means someone could have prostate cancer for years and not know about it. That said, it can manifest some symptoms, such as the following: - A need to urinate frequently, especially at night, some- times urgently - Difficulty starting or holding back urination - Weak, dribbling, or interrupted flow of urine - Painful or burning urination - Difficulty in having an erection - A decrease in the amount of fluid ejaculated - Painful ejaculation - Blood in the urine or semen - Pressure or pain in the rectum"
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A urinalysis is used to test your urine. It helps to evaluate signs of body infections, certain diseases, or other issues through a person’s urine, and detect abnormalities helping diagnosis. The urine test examines different aspects of the urine like: The presence of casts (tube-shaped proteins), cells, or crystals Acidity (pH levels) The presence of […]
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Lithotripsy is a procedure that uses a laser or shock waves to break down stones in the ureter or kidney. Development of stones in the ureter, kidney, and gallbladder is common. Doctors believe these stones form due to numerous reasons. The stones can block the flow of urine and cause damage to kidneys. To break down […]
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Cystinuria is a condition that is caused by the accumulation of cysteine, an amino acid that is produced in the kidneys, bladder, and ureters. It is a rare and inherited disease passed to the children when both the parents have the condition. Kidneys are important for the proper functioning of the body. It does the important […]
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Dysuria, commonly referred to as painful urination, is a condition that causes pain or discomfort while peeing. It is a common condition seen in both men and women. The common symptoms of the condition include pain in the bladder or urethra, frequent urination, smelly urine, fever, or presence of blood in the urine. The condition […]
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Foamy urine, which occurs when you notice bubbles in your pee, can happen due to several reasons. At times, it’s normal and nothing to worry about. However, there are cases when the appearance of bubbles in urine means you need to get in touch with your doctor. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/urological-health/kidney-disease/bea-rose-santiago/ Reports say the appearance of a single layer of […]
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A kidney infection is a severe form of urinary tract infection (UTI). Bacteria and other harmful microbes make their way to the bladder, and if not treated at the right time, they can gradually spread to the kidneys. The urinary tract includes four main organs - bladder, ureters, kidneys, and urethra. The bladder and ureters […]
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Chyle in urine test or urine chyle test is a medical test that is recommended to diagnose chyluria. Chyluria is a condition that occurs when your urine turns milky white in color. The change in the urine color is because of the leakage of lymphatic fluid from the intestines into the kidneys. Chyle is an odorless […]
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When we treat our urinary tract infection with antibiotics, doctors often remind us to complete our treatment even if we already feel better after just a few days of taking the medicines. This ensures we can totally get rid of the bacteria. But what if our UTI symptoms persist after antibiotics? What does it mean, […]
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One of the most common causes for urinary changes and discomfort is a urinary tract infection, which may lead to more serious complications if left untreated. But by taking steps to avoid developing an infection, you’ll have less to worry about. Preemptive care need not be a complicated thing, however. Food that is readily available […]
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