Kidneys and urinary tract

Kidney disease, dialysis, kidney stones, prostate and bladder problems.

Who treats it

Common concerns, and who to see

  • Kidney stone pain

    A urologist treats kidney stones. Severe pain, fever or vomiting needs emergency care the same day.

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  • Waking at night to pass urine, weak flow

    A general physician checks sugar and other causes first. A urologist assesses prostate problems in men.

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  • Blood in urine

    A doctor should check blood in urine soon, even if it happens once. A urologist usually investigates the cause.

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  • High creatinine or kidney function falling

    A general physician monitors kidney tests, especially with diabetes or high BP, and refers to a nephrologist when function falls.

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  • Leaking urine when coughing or laughing

    A general physician, gynaecologist or urologist can help. Pelvic floor physiotherapy is often the first treatment.

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  • Erection problems

    A general physician checks for diabetes, heart risk and medicine effects first. A urologist sees cases that need more tests.

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