Physicians who are specialized in diagnosing and treating medical conditions & diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system are Urologists. Generally, Urologists treat diseases of bladder, urethra, uterus, kidneys, and adrenal glands.
A 5-year medical degree [MBBS] that is recognized by the General Medical Council and a 2-year foundation course of general training are the basic requirements for an individual to be a doctor. However, the following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a Urologist:
People suffering from any of the following medical conditions or diseases must consult a Urologist.
Following are few of the common procedures performed by Urologists:
Yes, blood in the urine may be a sign of serious issues in the urinary tract and one should consult Urologists immediately. Blood in the urine is called hematuria. Urologists can diagnose the underlying cause of hematuria and can plan the appropriate treatment.
Urologists and Nephrologists are medical professionals who can diagnose and treat kidney-related disorders and diseases. However, Nephrologist deals with the medical conditions related to kidney only, and Urologist focuses on diseases related to the urinary tract system. Urologists also work with the male reproductive organs such as the testes, penis, and prostate.
The following are a few of the common symptoms of kidney stones: