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The Center of Excellence in Urology at Manipal Hospitals boasts skilled urologists globally acclaimed for their diagnosis and treatment of the most challenging urological diseases. One of the top-ranked departments in the country, it is specialized in treating the entire spectrum of urological diseases including kidney stones, addressing incontinence, and treating cancer, to restoring fertility.
Manipal Hospitals' urologists are highly diverse and their exceptional range of expertise allows patients to be part of innovative surgeries and practices that are, in some cases, not available anywhere else in Bangalore. The expert team consists of fellowship-trained and board-certified urologists from the best universities all over the world, with their expertise and cutting-edge technology, patients get state-of-the-art care for a range of adult and pediatric urological conditions.
Manipal Hospitals provide unparalleled care to all types of urological problems with a multi-disciplinary approach, Manipal Hospitals' urological department's scope of practice extends to Uro-oncology, robotic surgery, minimally invasive surgeries, paediatric urology, reconstructive urology and Female urology with cutting edge technologies and equipment like Lithotripsy machine- For treatment of kidney stones, Urodynamic system machine- For assessment of complex voiding dysfunction, Lithoclast and laser machine for stones and prostate, Robotic surgery: for kidney/ prostate and bladder cancer, Robotic surgery for Pelvic organ Prolapse.
Manipal Hospitals has been the most comprehensive caregiver in the state for all types of urological disorder including Testicular Pain with treatments such as General Urology Services, Pediatric Urology, Treatment of Urological Cancers, Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgeries (Including single-incision laparoscopic surgery), Treatment of Urinary Continence in both males and females, Comprehensive Stone Disease, Laser Treatment for various Urological problems, Partial and radical cystectomy, All techniques of urethroplasty, Penile prosthesis, Kidney Transplant.
The physician will perform a genital exam plus a digital rectal exam to assess the prostate. This can include sonography of the kidneys, the bladder, and/or the prostate; or an imaging scan to visualize specific organs. The urologist may recommend an ambulatory, office-based procedure.
Urology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diseases of the male and female urinary tract which includes kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra, testes, scrotum, penis, prostate, etc.
A urologist treats a range of conditions such as:
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Involuntary loss of bladder control
Male infertility
Kidney disease
Bladder cancer and prostate cancer
Bladder prolapse
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Electile dysfunction
Peyronie’s disease
Prostatitis
Cryptorchidism
Urethral stricture
Pediatric urology
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the infection in any part of the urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra). Urinary tract infections are more common in women than in men. Common UTI infections include acute pyelonephritis, cystitis, and urethritis.
UTI don’t cause symptoms always, but when they do they may include:
Persistent urge to urinate
A burning sensation when urinating
Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
Urine that appears cloudy
Strong smelling urine
Pelvic pain in women
Cystitis is the inflammation of the bladder caused by a bacterial infection. It most commonly affects women. There are two types of Cystitis:
Acute cystitis: It is a condition when the inflammation occurs suddenly.
Interstitial cystitis: It is a condition which affects multiple layers of bladder tissue.
In urethritis, the urethra or the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside of the body gets inflamed and irritated. Urethritis causes pain while urinating and an increased urge to urinate. Urethritis is more common in women than in men.
The symptoms of urethritis are different in men and women which includes:
Symptoms in men
Burning sensation while urinating
Burning near the opening of the penis
Discharge from the penis
Presence of blood in the semen or urine
Symptoms in women
Frequent urge to urinate
Discomfort during urination
Burning sensation at the urethral opening
Abnormal discharge from the vagina
Antibiotics are used to treat UTIs depending on the type of the bacteria found. If the infection is not complicated then the doctor will recommend a shorter course of treatment like 2-3 days.
Following steps can help to ease the discomfort and pain caused by urinary tract infections:
Drink plenty of water, it will dilute the urine and flush out bacteria.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol, citrus juices as they can irritate your bladder which can lead to an urge to urinate.
Apply a warm compress on the abdomen to minimize bladder pressure or discomfort.
Peyronie’s disease is a non-cancerous condition that causes fibrous scar tissue that develops on the penis and causes curved, painful erections. It can prevent you from having sex or might make it difficult to maintain an erection.
Urological conditions can be both simple and complex. But whatever be its nature, it reduces the quality of life. Manipal Hospitals stand for quick recovery through the least invasive, most appropriate and advanced treatment available. Contact us to know more about urological problems and book an appointment with one of our Urology specialists today.
