A kidney stone can sometimes be discovered during an ultrasound even when a person has no pain or urinary symptoms. This is called an incidental kidney stone, meaning the stone was identified during an imaging examination performed for another medical reason. An incidental finding does not automatically mean that treatment is necessary. However, the stone’s […]
Burning during urination, frequent urges and blood in urine can occur with both kidney stones and urinary tract infections, or UTIs. Although the symptoms may overlap, the underlying causes and treatment differ. Symptoms alone cannot reliably distinguish a kidney stone from a UTI. Both conditions can also occur together. Assessment helps identify the cause and […]
Feeling that the bladder is still full after urination can be uncomfortable and disruptive. It may occur alongside a weak stream, difficulty starting urination or repeated trips to the toilet. However, the sensation of incomplete emptying does not always mean that a large amount of urine remains in the bladder. Assessment helps distinguish a persistent […]
A weak urine stream, frequent urination or waking at night can raise concerns about prostate health. These symptoms often have non-cancerous causes, including benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. However, symptoms alone cannot reliably distinguish BPH from prostate cancer. Early prostate cancer often causes no noticeable symptoms, while an enlarged prostate can produce troublesome urinary problems. […]
Drinking enough fluid is an important part of kidney stone prevention. A higher urine volume dilutes substances that can form crystals, helping reduce the likelihood of stones developing again. However, there is no single drinking target suitable for everyone. Stone type, urine output, sweating and existing medical conditions all influence the right plan. Hydration supports […]
Kidney stones and urinary tract infections, or UTIs, can both cause burning during urination, frequent urges and blood in urine. Their symptoms can overlap, but their causes and treatment differ. Symptoms alone cannot reliably distinguish a kidney stone from a UTI. Both conditions can also occur together. Assessment helps identify the cause and check for […]
Kidney stones can cause nausea and vomiting alongside pain in the side, back, lower abdomen or groin. However, these symptoms do not establish the diagnosis on their own. Assessment helps distinguish a stone from other conditions requiring treatment. Repeated vomiting, inability to keep fluids down, fever or difficulty passing urine require urgent medical assessment. Vomiting […]
Preparing for a urology consultation can make it easier to explain your concerns and discuss the next steps. Useful items include previous reports, relevant scans, a current medicine list and a short summary of symptoms. Follow the instructions for your particular appointment. A consultation, urine-flow test, scan and procedure may require different preparation. Do not […]
Difficulty achieving pregnancy can raise questions about sperm health, testing and treatment. Male infertility assessment helps identify factors affecting reproduction and establish whether treatment, further investigation or assisted reproduction may be appropriate. Both partners should be assessed together. Fertility difficulties may involve either partner, both partners or factors that remain unexplained after investigation. A urologist […]
Kidney stone evaluation helps establish whether a stone is present, where it is located and whether it is affecting urine drainage. Assessment combines symptoms, medical history, examination and selected investigations. Not everyone needs every test. The aim is to answer the questions relevant to the individual, rather than apply the same investigation package to everyone. […]
