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examples of problems that fall under the care of a female urologist include the following:
Urinary tract infections (UTIs
These infections occur almost always following bacterial colonization in some portions of the urinary tract. In addition to other symptoms, patients may experience
Interstitial cystitis (IC)
It is an inflammatory disease usually affecting the bladder. One of the significant symptoms of interstitial cystitis is unremitting pelvic and or vaginal pain, even without inflammation during disease flares.
Overactive bladder (OAB)
This disease is characterized by the need to pass urine frequently and hurriedly. When the conditions, frequency, and urge to urinate become dominant, some forms of accidents are also experienced.
Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the leakage of urine that requires no effort to accomplish. It can be further divided into three types: stress urinary incontinence, urge urinary incontinence, and mixed urinary incontinence.
Pelvic floor dysfunction
This particular condition encompasses the muscles and other tissues responsible for supporting the bladder, the uterus, and the rectum organs. It may cause fecal incontinence, urinary incontinence
Kidney stones
These are based on some internal substances that have crystal features and are very disturbing, mainly when being excreted through the urinary tract.
Neurogenic bladder
It is a condition in which bladder control is lost due to dysfunction in the brain and spinal cord caused by neurologic disorders like Multiple Sclerosis, spinal cord injury, etc.
Urethral diverticulum
This refers to a sac-like protrusion in the wall of the urethra. It often leads to urinary tract infections, pain, and bleeding.
Endometriosis
This condition refers to the presence of endometrial tissues indoors in the uterus cavity but ex-situ. Sometimes, it can involve the urinary tract.
There are various diagnostic and treatment
approaches used by female urologists, such as:
Medical history and physical examination
Urine Tests
Imaging tests (e.g., X-rays, CT scans, MRI)
Cystoscopy (examination of the bladder with a thin tube with a camera)
Urodynamic testing (evaluation of bladder function)
Medications (to treat infections, overactive bladder, or other conditions)
Surgery (to correct structural abnormalities, remove stones, or treat pelvic organ prolapse)
Pelvic floor physical therapy (to strengthen and coordinate pelvic floor muscles)
Lifestyle modifications (e.g., bladder training, diet changes, weight management)
Antibiotics or anticholinergics and other medications, depending on the pathology
Operative therapy, including correct procedural surgery, stone lithiasis, and pelvic organ prolapse repair
Physical rehabilitation to coordinate and strengthen the pelvic muscles
Changes in daily activity, such as bladder retraining, dietary alteration, and loss of weight
If you experience urinary symptoms, do not hesitate to see a physician. An appointment with a female urologist will provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment strategies.