Urology
What is urology?
Urology is the medical study of the reproductive and urinary systems within the body, covering a broad number of subjects and ailments that can affect these systems. Urology treatments cover common problems like urinary infections, foreskin issues, incontinence, scrotal lumps, and other issues that may not be so common.
New advances in medical science mean that urological treatments are changing all the time, so for advice on a problem that may require the attention of one of our Urology Specialists, get in touch and speak to us today.
Urology treatments at Spencer Private Hospitals
At Spencer Private Hospitals, patients can be seen for a broad range of urological treatments. Our Consultant Urologists will see you for assessment and diagnosis within the comfortable environment of our private hospital.
Patients can be seen for a broad range of concerns, and treatment is available for many issues, including:
Bladder cancer
Haematuria (blood in the urine)
Incontinence
Prostate disease
Scrotal lumps
Stone disease
Urinary infections
Urodynamics
How to pay for urological treatments
It's simple to pay for our private urological treatments and surgeries, as we work with all the major insurers.
If you do not have medical insurance or are not covered by your current policy, we are also able to provide your treatment as a self-funded patient. Please visit our prices page for information on self-funding your urology care.
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FAQs
This is a very common question, and we’d always recommend seeing one of our Specialists if you are considering whether you need urology treatment, even if only for peace of mind.
However, many people put off seeing a doctor for various reasons - often because they consider their urological issue a nuisance or annoyance, rather than a pressing problem that could develop into something significant.
As with most medical issues, urological treatment is most effective in the early stages, before the problems are exacerbated into a more serious health issue. This is the reason we recommend receiving a check-up. At best, you’re being careful and getting reassurance that everything is fine. At worst, we’ve caught a medical issue in its earliest stages.
There are many reasons why you might need to speak to one of our Urology Specialists. However, here are some of the more common tell-tale signs that often require an appointment with a Urologist:
Blood in urine
This is one of the most obvious signs of urological problems, and one which requires immediate attention. Blood in the urine is medically referred to as “hematuria” and can indicate an early warning sign of kidney or bladder cancer. Even if you are not experiencing pain or discomfort in your torso or genitals, any blood in your urine should not be ignored, and waiting for it to simply “go away” is not a good idea.
Male infertility
Infertility is not just brought about as a side effect of ageing, but also has ties to testicular cancer. What is particularly deceptive about this sign is that many men expect that any related problems will be picked up by their GP or fertility specialist, when this is very often not the case.
Repeating groin pain or unusual testicular mass
Surprisingly, many will consider these symptoms as due to “sleeping funny”. Men are more likely to avoid going to the doctor, even when pain persists in such delicate locations.
If these symptoms are indeed linked to developing testicular cancer, the good news is that these symptoms are a very early sign, and testicular cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer if caught early.
In other words, these symptoms are the best early warning you’ll receive when it comes to cancer, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Urology Specialists just to make sure you’re in the clear.
Do bear in mind that these are just some of the most obvious symptoms. For a complete comprehensive examination or treatment, make sure to contact us to arrange a booking.
Whether you’ve recognised some of the easier-to-spot symptoms or you’ve been recommended by another Doctor, visiting a Urologist can (quite understandably) be a bit of a daunting prospect. The best thing you can do to alleviate any worries or questions is to learn and communicate. Our staff are always on hand to offer information if you’d like to get in touch. Alternatively, if you’d like to learn a little bit more about what to expect, read on (if you’re in the dark about the subject of Urology itself, click here).
What happens in a urology appointment?
During a urology appointment or consultation, you can rest assured that our Urology Specialists will not act before first gaining a detailed medical history from you and committing to a thorough physical examination.
How does a urologist test you?
A physical examination can involve:
Physical checks
Pelvic examinations for women (depending on the symptom)
Digital rectal examination for men to assess the condition of the prostate.
Our Urology Specialists are highly experienced and make comfort and ease their top priorities when carrying out these checks, as they are understandably quite distressing prospects. As with all treatments, we consider the mental well-being of our patients, as well as their physical well-being.
After the completion of the examination and assessments of the results, our Urology Specialists will go over a treatment schedule specific to your own condition. Bear in mind that, at this point, you may still be in the examination stage, and part of the treatment will involve ongoing checks to see what treatment is most effective.
In most cases, these additional checks can begin on the same day or during the current visit, although you may have to revisit us at a later date, depending on scheduling and the kind of check that needs to be performed.
Some of these extra checks may include an imaging study of the kidneys and bladder, or a cystoscopy, which involves the careful insertion of an instrument into the urethra. Once again, we take the comfort of our patients extremely seriously and all of these checks are performed with the utmost care, discretion, and delicacy.
For more questions or queries, please contact our staff. We are happy to speak with you on the subject.
