REASONS FOR WOMEN TO SEE A FEMALE UROLOGIST Urologists aren't just for men. Women may need to see this type of doctor, too. Female Urologists are trained to treat problems that affect the urinary tract.These symptoms may signal the need to see a urologist or urogynecologist.
Urinary Tract Infections:
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Most women will develop a urinary tract infection (UTI) at some point in their lives. The infection develops when bacteria enter the urinary tract. Women with a UTI may have pain or burning when they urinate. UTIs can be serious, but they also can be treated with antibiotics.
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Bladder Control Problems: Other conditions that can cause problems with bladder control include: Overactive bladder: Women feel strong and sudden urges to urinate. This happens even when the bladder isn’t full. Overflow UI: Urine leaks from the bladder because it doesn’t empty entirely. Bladder control treatment may include: Exercises to strengthen muscles inside the pelvis Medication Implanted devices or injections Surgery
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Fallen Bladder: This condition occurs when the bladder drops down into the vagina. The medical term is cystocele. Bladder prolapse is another name for it. It can happen if the wall between the vagina and bladder becomes weak. Most often this occurs after having a baby. But, it can also occur after lifting heavy objects.
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Painful Bladder Syndrome: The medical name for painful bladder syndrome is interstitial cystitis (IC). It causes discomfort in the bladder or lower belly. Women may feel the need to urinate up to 60 times a day. They may feel as if their bladder is always full. This can be uncomfortable and upsetting. The urge to urinate can also be sudden and severe. It can interfere with everyday activities.
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Urinary Stones: Substances in urine can combine to form a urinary stone in the kidneys (kidney stones) or bladder. This hard mass can also form in the ureters. They're the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. Urinary stones can cause burning during urination.
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