Who is a Urologist?
Urologists (یورولوجسٹ) are doctors who address problems and diseases of the urinary tract. They diagnose, treat and manage any urology-related conditions.
They are trained to perform surgeries and treat the problems affecting the male reproductive system.
یورولوجسٹ وہ ماہر ڈاکٹر ہوتے ہیں جو پیشاب کی نالی کے مسائل اور بیماریوں کو دور کرتے ہیں۔ یورولوجسٹ یورولوجی سے متعلق کسی بھی حالت یا بیماری کی تشخیص کرتے ہیں ، اس کا معالجہ کرتے ہیں اور پھر اس حالت یا بیماری کو دور کرنے کے لئے اس کا علاج کرتے ہیں۔ یورولوجسٹ کو گردے ، پیشاب کا مثانہ ، ادورکک غدود ، پیشاب کی نالی اور مردانہ تولیدی نظام اور ان اعضاء کو
کو متاثر کرنے والے مسائل کا علاج کرنے کی اور سرجری کرنے کی بھی تعلیم دی جاتی ہے۔
What is Urology?
Urology is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the male and female urinary tract. This includes kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra.
Urology also focuses on the treatment of diseases of the male reproductive organs including the penis, testes, scrotum, etc. Doctors who specialize in the field of Urology are called Urologists.
When should you see a Urologist?
Issues related to the urinary tract or the male reproductive system should immediately be brought to a specialist as they may be symptoms indicating more serious issues. If you are experiencing one or more of these symptoms then you should consult the best urologist in Shifa International Hospital for the proper guidance and necessary treatment.
Listed below are some of these symptoms:
- Blood in the urine
- Urinary retention (inability to urinate)
- Kidney stones
- Tumors
- Recurring UTIs
- Prolonged bladder pain
- Testicular pain
- Lumps (for males)
- Male fertility issues
Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) levels and abnormal prostate exam results are also indications that you should visit the best Urologists in Shifa International Hospital as early as possible as they might be signs of prostate cancer.
پیشاب کی نالی یا مردوں کے تولیدی نظام سے متعلق امور کو فوری طور پر کسی ماہر کے پاس لے جانا چاہئے کیونکہ ان میں علامات ہوسکتے ہیں جن سے زیادہ سنگین مسائل کی نشاندہی ہوتی ہے۔
ذیل میں ان میں سے کچھ علامات درج ہیں
- پیشاب میں خون کا آنا
- گردوں میں پتری ہونا
- ٹیومر کا ہونا
- بار بار پیشاب کی نالی میں انفیکشن کا ہو جانا
- مثانے میں طویل عرصے تک درد رہنا
- خصیوں میں درد ہونا
- گلٹیاں
- مردانہ تولیدی نظام کے مسائل
پی ایس اے (پروسٹیٹ مخصوص اینٹیجن) کی ضرورت سے زیادہ مقدار اور پروسٹیٹ ٹیسٹ کے غیر معمولی نتائج بھی اس بات کے اشارے ہیں کہ آپ کو جلد سے جلد کسی یورولوجسٹ سے ملنا چاہئے کیونکہ یہ پروسٹیٹ کینسر کی علامت ہوسکتے ہیں۔
How to book an appointment with the best female Urologists in Shifa International Hospital
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What are a Urologist’s main areas of concern?
The best Urologists in Shifa International Hospital specialize to treat a wide array of genitourinary conditions that might be age or gender specific:
In Men:
Some common male-specific conditions that a urologist doctor can diagnose and treat are listed below:
- Prostate gland enlargement and inflammation (prostatitis)
- Cancers of the genitourinary system and prostate gland
- Infertility
- Interstitial Cystitis (aka Painful Bladder Syndrome)
- Kidney stones and other kidney issues
- Urinary Tract Infections or UTIs
In Women:
Common issues related to the female urinary tract are:
- General UTIs
- Bladder prolapse (dropping of bladder into the vagina)
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary organ cancer
- Overactive bladder
- Kidney stones
- Interstitial Cystitis
In Children:
Urological conditions unique to children include the following:
- Bed-wetting
- Urinary tract blockage
- Undescended testicles (in male children)
- Hypospadias
- Epispadias (Abnormal formation and positioning of the urethra, bladder and pelvic bones)
What are the most common renal diseases in Pakistan?
Most of the patient complaints under the domain of urology are to do with kidney diseases. An overwhelming percentage of the Pakistani population suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD). Pakistan ranks 8th in the number of annual cases of CKD reported globally.
The fact that the health infrastructure is insufficient when it comes to providing a large number of patients with treatment and a lifestyle that promotes kidney disease contributes not just to increased patient turnover but also makes it even more challenging for urologists to treat their patients effectively. Consequently, around 20,000 Pakistani die from kidney diseases every year.
According to a study, the most common causes of chronic kidney disease in Pakistan are:
| Cause |
Percentage of Patients |
| Diabetic Retinopathy |
28% |
| Glomerulonephritis |
22% |
|
|
| Hypertension |
14.6% |
| Tubulo-interstitial nephritis |
13.4% |
| Unknown cause |
10.6% |
| Renal Stone disease |
8% |
| Adult Polycystic kidney disease |
1.4% |
| Other causes |
2% |
How to become a Urologist in Pakistan?
Becoming a urologist (یورولوجسٹ) in Pakistan involves completing an MBBS and the subsequent internship, or house job, as it's commonly known. After this, the training process begins which involves practicing at a hospital and giving the requisite exams, as set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan.
After being accredited, people who want to further specialize in the subfields of urology do fellowships in their area of interest.
پاکستان میں یورولوجسٹ بننےکے لئیے ایم بی بی ایس اور اس کے بعد کی انٹرنشپ ، یا ہائوس جاب مکمل کرنا شامل ہے ، جیسا کہ یہ عام طور پر جانا جاتا ہے۔ اس کے بعد ، ٹریننگ کا عمل شروع ہوتا ہے جس میں ایک ہسپتال میں پریکٹس کرنا اور مطلوبہ امتحانات دینا شامل ہیں ، جیسا کہ کالج آف فزیشنز اینڈ سرجن آف پاکستان نے مرتب کیا ہے۔
What kinds of Urologists are there?
Urologists(یورولوجسٹ) can choose to spend additional 2-3 years on top of their current education, to specialize in one or more of the seven well-known sub-specializations in the field of Urology. Following are the types of the best urologist in Shifa International Hospital:
- Calculi: this sub-specialty is focused on detecting and removing stones in organs of the urinary tract.
- Female Urology: this area deals with issues that arise in the female reproductive system that is linked to the urinary system.
- Neurourology: the focus in this subspecialty are diseases of the nervous system such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson's, or multiple sclerosis which result in urinary problems.
- Andrology: the doctors that specialize in this field have extensive knowledge of male fertility and conception; key disorders include erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders, and vasectomy reversal.
- Pediatric Urology: As the name suggests, this field is focused on the detection and treatment of urogenital issues in children.
- Urologic Oncology: this field is focused on the cancerous tumors present in the bladder, ureters, urethra, kidneys, adrenal gland, and testicles (in males).
- Renal Transplant: Deals exclusively in kidney transplant methods and problems; renal issues.
What are Urologists called in Pakistan?
A urologist is also referred to as:
- Urinary Tract specialist
- Bladder specialist
- یورولوجسٹ
- عِلم البول
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