| What is urology? | Urology is a medical and surgical part of medicine that manages the diseases affecting the urinary tract of males and females. It deals with all diseases affecting the kidney, ureter, bladder, urethra, and the male reproductive system, which includes the prostate, penis, testes, epididymis, vas deferens, and seminal vesicles. Also, urology treats male sexual disorders such as premature ejaculation and impotence. |
| What conditions does a urologist treat? |
The urologist will help you treat a wide variety of conditions that affect the urinary system and male reproductive system, such as:
Urology emergencies: acute renal failure, acute urinary retention, anuria, and hematuria
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| When should you see a urologist? |
You must visit a urologist if you have one of the following symptoms:
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