Urology

Dedicated Urology Care

At TexomaCare-Urology, we provide care for patients who have disorders of the urinary tract or the male reproductive system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra in both sexes, and the prostate, testicles and surrounding structures in men.

Advanced care, including robotic surgery, is available for a wide range of diseases and conditions, such as:

Enlarged Prostate

Enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition in men over 55. As the prostate enlarges, it can put pressure on the urethra and cause issues urinating. Men with an enlarged prostate may experience symptoms such as frequent urination, weak urinary stream, dribbling of urine, urinary tract infection and trouble beginning to urinate.

Urinary Incontinence

Undesired urinary leakage is a common issue for both men and women. Many times, the condition indicates the urethra is unable to close completely. Depending on the severity and underlying cause of incontinence, treatment options can include medical therapy, minimally invasive procedures, such as the injection of collagen, and other surgical approaches.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are a common disorder of the urinary tract. Kidney stones are sharp growths that can develop for many reasons. A lack of fluids in the body is the most common cause of kidney stones. Others causes include diet choices, certain medical conditions and some medications. Many times, kidney stones can pass through the body unnoticed. However, they can cause severe pain if they grow large enough.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and ligaments supporting the pelvic organs weaken or break. When this happens, the uterus, bladder or rectum can lose elasticity and descend or bulge into the vagina. This can cause pressure in the lower abdomen, urinary or fecal incontinence, constipation and diminished sexual function.

Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection

A urinary tract infection (UTI) happens when part of the urinary system becomes infected. This includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Urinary tract infections usually occur when bacteria enters the urine or urinary tract through the urethra and begin to multiply inside the bladder. Although the urinary system is designed to keep bacteria out, these defenses can fail. When that happens, bacteria can take over and turn into an infection inside of the urinary tract. Most of these infections involve the lower urinary tract, the bladder and the urethra. In general, women are at greater risk of developing a UTI than men.

Urological Cancers

TexomaCare-Urology provides care for all types of urological cancers, including prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder cancer, adrenal cancer and testicular cancer.

Prostate Cancer

More than 200,000 cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year, according to the National Cancer Institute. The prostate is a small gland in the male reproductive system that produces the seminal fluid that transports sperm. Prostate cancer tends to grow slowly and men often don’t show symptoms until an advanced stage. Symptoms may include frequent urination, difficulty urinating, painful urination, painful ejaculation and blood in semen or urine. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy or careful observation.

Kidney Cancer

Kidney cancer is most common in people over the age of 50. Risk factors include genetic conditions, obesity and smoking. Many kidney tumors do not produce symptoms. Some people with kidney cancer may experience blood in their urine, a lump in the abdomen, weight loss, pain in the side or lower back and loss of appetite. Surgery is the most common treatment for kidney cancer. If necessary, the affected kidney may be removed.

Bladder Cancer

Men are diagnosed with bladder cancer two to three times more often than women, according to the National Cancer Institute. Risk factors include smoking cigarettes, increasing age, exposure to certain chemicals and a family history of bladder cancer. People with bladder cancer may notice blood in their urine or experience frequent or painful urination. Surgery is the most common treatment for bladder cancer while other options include immunotherapy, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.

Testicular Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, the rate of testicular cancer in the United States has increased over the last several decades. Fortunately, testicular cancer is often treatable and curable with early detection and treatment. Many treatment options are available including surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Symptoms of testicular cancer may include painless lumps or swelling in one of the testicles, pain or discomfort in the scrotum, lower back pain and a dull ache in the groin or lower abdomen.