Urology

Our doctors deal with issues surrounding the urinary tract system in men, women, and children. They also focus on the reproductive organs in men. Urinary tract conditions, if left untreated, can lead to a host of complications, so don’t wait to seek expert counsel. Many urinary tract conditions are related to other body functions, so find a physician who knows when to look elsewhere for the source of your problem. The Medex is a multi-specialty practice; every doctor has access to the talents and skills of all the other experts. Call for an appointment today.

As with most conditions that lead to pain and dysfunction, prevention is the way to approach your urinary tract health. The urinary system is made up of your:

• Bladder
• Kidneys
• Urethra
• Ureters

The physicians at the Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center are equipped to diagnose and treat men, women and children. It’s a multi-specialty practice where you or a family member can see a primary care physician for a specific complaint. Either way, you’re provided a list of recommendations to prevent and reduce symptoms of urinary tract problems. These tips include:

• Drinking plenty of water every day
• Emptying your bladder as soon as possible whenever you get the urge
• Refraining from certain types of birth control for women, such as diaphragms and spermicidal foam
• Seeking treatment at the first signs of unusual urine color or pain when urinating

We Treat Men and Women

Women tend to get more urinary tract infections (UTIs), although they are more common in men than you may think. Caught in the early stages, UTIs in both genders usually respond well to a round of antibiotics.

Since your urinary tract system’s main function is to drain urine from your body, anything that gets in the way of that function leads to discomfort and other side effects. Men and women are both prone to experience:

• Kidney stones
• UTIs
• Incontinence

Men, on the other hand, face a host of complications. Conditions and treatments for which men most often seek the expertise include:

• Erectile dysfunction
• Low testosterone
• Enlarged prostate
• Circumcision
• Infertility
• Vasectomy
• Testicular pain
• Testing for sexually transmitted diseases

Symptoms and Complications

Untreated UTIs and other disorders can lead to a host of complications, including:

• Recurrent infections
• Permanent kidney damage
• Sepsis, a dangerous infectious condition
• Urethral narrowing in men
• Risks of delivering a low-weight or premature baby

Pay attention to any irregularities, which for men may include:

• Testicular pain
• Painful urination
• Unusual discharge
• A lump on your penis
• Confusion and disorientation in older men

Women must be aware of symptoms that may include pelvic pain in addition to the universal symptoms everyone should be aware of, such as:

• Cloudy-looking urine
• Burning while urinating
• Urine that smells stronger than usual
• Frequent strong urges to urinate
• Blood in the urine, making it pink or light brown

You may need emergency treatment if you experience any symptoms in conjunction with:

• A fever
• Nausea and vomiting
• Chills and shaking
• Pain in your side
• Lower abdominal pain

What Causes Urinary Tract Disorders?

There are several common reasons for getting a UTI and most are preventable. Not drinking enough water to flush your system is one of the main causes of urinary tract conditions. Poor hygiene habits are common ways that bacteria get into your system. Holding it when you have to go is another common habit that leads to urinary tract problems.

At the same time, there are conditions over which you don’t have control. Common underlying conditions create a perfect storm for developing UTIs and other disorders. These conditions include:

• Urinary tract blockages like an enlarged prostate or kidney stones trap urine in your bladder and increase your risk of developing an infection.
• Abnormalities in your urinary tract are sometimes present at birth and don’t permit proper urine output.
• Catheter usage increases the risks of infection, particularly common among those who are paralyzed or hospitalized.
• A suppressed immune system, caused by diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS and other diseases increase your infection risk.

A Word about Children

Yes, kids can suffer from disorders too. Visit us for full-service care. This multi-specialty practice is designed to assist your whole family, no matter what. So bring your kids in for a professional diagnosis. Common conditions in children that we addresses include:

• Bedwetting
• Kidney stones
• Bladder infections
• Vesicoureteral reflux