What Does A Pediatric Urologist Do?
Pediatric urology conditions range from routine to complex. Your child’s pediatrician or family care provider can treat many minor urology issues such as urinary tract infections without fevers, adhesions of the foreskin or labia/vagina, 或者为新生男孩做包皮环切手术.
你应该看到 小儿泌尿科医生 对于正在进行的, 紧急的, and non-routine urology issues involving your child's kidneys, 输尿管（尿管）, 膀胱, 尿道, 睾丸, 和生殖器. Some of the common conditions that a 小儿泌尿科医生 can treat include:
- 隐睾症
- Hernias (bulging in the groin or scrotum)
- Hydroceles (swelling around a testicle)
- Varicoceles (enlarged veins in the scrotum)
- Vesicoureteral reflux (reflux of urine from the 膀胱 back into the kidneys)
- Hypospadias (abnormal development of the opening of the 尿道 in boys)
- Ureteropelvic junction obstruction (blockage of the kidney outflow)
- Neurologic disorders of the 膀胱
- Recurrent pyelonephritis (urinary tract infections with high fevers)
- 肾结石或膀胱结石
- Hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidneys, often noticed before the baby is born)
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需要注意的迹象和症状
Some urologic conditions are uncomfortable, but most do not require immediate specialist intervention. You can schedule an 紧急的 appointment if your child experiences the following symptoms:
- 睾丸肿块.
- Development of a hernia that is painful or gets “stuck,” but can be pushed back inside the body.
When to Seek Emergency Care for Your Child
Our physicians are on call to treat emergency urology cases. Please visit an emergency room immediately if your child shows any of these symptoms:
- Sudden testicular pain or swelling, especially if it is accompanied by vomiting or a change in testicular position.
- Development of a hernia that cannot be pushed back inside the body.
What to Expect at a Pediatric Urology Appointment
We do our best to provide a comfortable, relaxed environment for your child. 大发娱乐的医疗助理, 护士, and doctors use appropriate names for body parts and explain procedures in simple language to help children and caregivers feel at ease.
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Our clinic is proud to run on time. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of your appointment time to complete necessary paperwork so that we can dedicate as much time as possible to your visit.
Vital Signs, Height, and Weight Assessment
One of our skilled medical assistants will take your child’s blood pressure and measure their height and weight. Healthy children come in all shapes and sizes, but some medications are administered based on these measurements, so it’s important to gather this information at each visit.
Medical History Discussion with the Medical Assistant
大发娱乐的医疗助理 are trained to gather information about your child’s complete medical history, including problems that may seem unrelated or may run in your family. This ensures we can provide the most comprehensive care.
与你的专家会面
Each visit allows time for you, your child, and your surgical specialist to consult as a team. Your doctor is here to listen to your concerns and gather all of the information they need to provide excellent care.
体格检查
Your specialist will conduct a physical examination on your child to thoroughly evaluate their condition and provide informed care. Our surgeons are qualified to perform an examination focused mainly on the problem area. 大多数检查包括：
- Pressing on your child’s belly and back to check for abdominal pain or back pain.
- Examining your child’s genital area.
- Examining the area immediately above the buttocks to check the spine.
Discuss Recommendations With Your Specialist
Your specialist will provide information regarding your child’s diagnosis, and answer any questions you may have. 如果建议进行手术, our specialist will discuss why they are recommending surgery, 还有手术的风险, expectations for the day of surgery, 以及任何可能的替代方案. At the end of the appointment you will have a plan of action in place for your next steps.
下一个步骤
Your specialist may recommend additional tests or imaging studies depending on your child’s condition. 这可能包括：
- Ultrasound of the kidneys and/or 膀胱 to ensure there is not a blockage.
- X-ray imaging of the internal urinary tract to ensure that there is not a blockage of urine outflow or reflux of urine back into the kidneys.
- Low-dose radiation imaging of the kidneys to ensure they are functioning well
- Testing to measure the speed of the urine stream, the amount of urine in the 膀胱 after using the bathroom, or the pressures inside the 膀胱.
- A visit with our specialized nurse practitioners to learn strategies for improving your child’s urination.
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