urinary health

what is urinary health?

Urinary Health refers to how well your urinary system works to remove waste and create urine. There are many medical and lifestyle factors that contribute to urinary health, such as diet, lifestyle, and family history. Oftentimes, a urinary condition can be an indicator of another underlying issue, so it’s important to consult a urologist if your urinary concerns cause significant bother, limiting work, travel, sleep or day to day living. HolSpanMD utilizes both medical and lifestyle interventions, as well as minimally invasive surgical techniques when necessary in order to diagnose and improve urinary conditions.

common urinary health conditions

Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS)

Nocturia

Elevated Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS)

Do you have difficulty urinating or an overactive bladder? Do you start and stop several times when passing urine?

Symptoms of LUTS include:

  • Straining when urinating

  • The feeling your bladder is always full

  • Frequent and sudden urination

  • Weak stream or urine flow

Nocturia

Nocturia is defined as waking up 2 or more times in the middle of the night to urinate. Nocturia can be associated with overactive bladder symptoms or additional medical conditions such as sleep apnea. It can also impact your quality of life.

Other contributors of Nocturia include:

  • Fluid Intake

  • Alcohol use

  • Eating habits

  • Bladder capacity

  • Medications

Elevated Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

Having an elevated PSA can prompt a referral to your urologist, as it may reflect an increased risk for prostate cancer. Dr. Boudreaux uses your personal feedback, bloodwork, genomic tests, and cutting edge advanced technology to assess concerns both in and around the prostate to develop a targeted approach to treatment.

Essential Insights into Urological Health

Understanding common urinary health symptoms and issues, such as Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms provides insights for holistic wellness care and healthspan.

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