Specialities
Urology
Urology concerns the urinary tract in all genders and the male reproductive system. Changes in urine flow, discomfort, leakage or blood in the urine can have several causes and deserve an individual assessment.
Medically reviewed by: Hospital medical team Last reviewed: 2026
A urologist considers symptom patterns, infection risk, imaging and the effect on daily life. Medicines, monitoring or procedures may be discussed according to the findings; the hospital has not verified the listed options.
Conditions treated
- Urinary stones
- Benign prostate enlargement
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary retention
- Urethral narrowing
- Blood in the urine
Investigations
- Urine analysis and culture
- Kidney function blood tests
- Ultrasound of the urinary tract
- Urine flow and residual urine assessment
- CT imaging for selected stone concerns
Treatment options
- Antibiotics guided by clinical assessment and culture
- Medicines for prostate-related urinary symptoms
- Bladder training and pelvic floor guidance
- Selected stone observation and prevention plans
- Catheter care and retention management
Procedures
- Cystoscopy
- Ureteroscopy for selected stones
- Ureteric stent placement or removal
- Endoscopic surgery for suitable prostate obstruction
Preparing for your visit
- Record fluid intake, toilet visits and leakage if asked to keep a bladder diary.
- Bring urine cultures, scan reports and details of previous stone treatment.
- List medicines and any history of kidney disease or diabetes.
- Ask whether a full bladder or a urine sample is needed for your appointment.
Recovery overview
- Follow an individual fluid plan, especially if you have heart or kidney disease.
- After instrumentation, follow advice on expected discomfort and urine changes.
- Keep catheter or stent follow-up dates; do not remove either yourself.
- Contact the team for fever, worsening pain, heavy bleeding or inability to urinate.
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Talk through changes in urinary health
Share concerns about urine flow, stones, leakage or recurrent infections when requesting a urology appointment.