Urology Center of Iowa

There are many conditions that could cause painful urination. An infection of the urinary tract or prostate is a common cause, along with obstructions in the urethra, kidney, bladder or prostate. A trained urologist can help identify the source of your issue.

You should seek medical attention when lack of urinary control interrupts your everyday activities or interferes with your quality of life.

Yes. There are three types of incontinence: urge incontinence, stress incontinence and overflow incontinence. Urge incontinence results from an overactive bladder. The bladder contracts involuntarily before urination. Stress incontinence is the result of the weakening of the supporting tissue and muscles around the urethra and bladder. When you sneeze, cough or strain, it can cause leakage. Overflow incontinence is the result of a blockage in the urinary tract, caused by one of many conditions, including benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer, narrowing of the urethra, urinary retention, etc.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — also called prostate gland enlargement — is a common condition as men get older. An enlarged prostate gland can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as blocking the flow of urine out of the bladder. It can also cause bladder, urinary tract or kidney problems.

Kidney stones form when there is a prevalence of stone-forming substances in the urine, such as calcium, oxalate and uric acid and not enough fluid to dilute these substances. To determine the exact cause, you may undergo a 24-hour urine collection process. Based on the findings, preventative measures can be taken, including:

• Increase water intake
• Decrease oxalate-rich foods
• A diet low in salt and animal protein
• A cessation of calcium supplements
• Medication

The no-scalpel vasectomy has become very popular in the U.S. because of the decreased discomfort that men experience with this particular technique. Urology Center of Iowa performs the no-scalpel vasectomy. We'd be happy to provide you with more information about this procedure. Contact us for more information.