Urology Austin specializes in urologic conditions that affect men and women.
Urology is a diverse field of medicine that specializes in the treatment of conditions and diseases associated with the urinary tract, men’s reproductive organs and fertility. With so many organs, and their functions, involved, there are several urologic conditions that can affect men and women throughout their lives.
Urologists are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of many urologic conditions. Urologists routinely employ advanced therapeutic and surgical techniques to address health concerns, restore urologic function, improve patient health and help maintain their quality of life.
Urinary tract urologic conditions
Urology focuses on the organs associated with the urinary tract and their components:
- Bladder
- Kidneys
- Ureters
- Urethra
- Adrenal glands
In addition, urologists also treat conditions associated with the male reproductive system:
- Testes (testicles)
- Prostate gland
- Epididymis
- Vas deferens
- Seminal vesicles
- Penis
Urology Austin providers treat a long list of urinary tract conditions including:
- Bladder diverticulum
- Kidney stones
- Urinary tract infections
- Frequent urination
- Interstitial cystitis
- Incontinence
Urologic conditions that affect men
While there are many general urology conditions that affect both men and women, some issues are unique to men. These conditions include:
- Prostate cancer
- Prostatitis
- Enlarged prostate
- Erectile dysfunction
- Premature ejaculation
- Testicular cancer
- Hydrocele
- Cystocele
- Peyronie’s disease (penile curvature)
- Penile cancer
- Elevated PSA
Urologic conditions that affect women
Just like male urology, there are several health conditions that are unique to women. While some of these issues are considered ‘general’ urologic conditions. women are primarily affected by overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infections, and interstitial cystitis (chronic pelvic pain). They are also routinely treated for pelvic organ prolapse.
Urology Austin offers men and women in Central Texas premier medical care for all areas of general, male and female urology. Contact us for expert diagnosis and treatment for your urologic condition.
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