Urodynamics

Have you ever thought about why we urinate? Urine is a buildup of toxins in our body which can make us sick. Urination is very important because it gets rid of the waste from our blood by emptying our bladder. In order to urinate, the brain sends out signals to the bladder which holds the urine. When we pee the sphincters loosen, so the urine can pass down the bladder and out through tubes called the urethra. As we get older, bladder control problems can become more common, especially for women who have experienced child birth.  Even though it is something that many people experience, it does not have to be something that they live with.

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How do I know if I have a urinary tract problem?

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s likely possible that you have urinary tract problems:

·        Repeated urinary tract infections- UTIs reoccur often.

·        Incontinence - Urine leaks/involuntary urine loss.

·        Retention - Difficulty in entirely emptying the bladder.

·        Frequent urination - Forced to urinate after urinating.

·        Weak urine flow - Slow urinary stream.

·        Intermittent urine flow - Stream freezes and restarts again.

·        Inability to hold urine - You feel the need to suddenly pee all the time.

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What generally causes urinary tract issues?

·        Urinary tract infection (UTI)

·        Kidney infection

·        Other medical conditions - such as diabetes, stroke, brain, and nervous system disorders

·        Pregnancy and vaginal childbirth

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What  urodynamic tests I can take to determine if I have urinary tract issues?

Urodynamics is the diagnostic study of pressure in the bladder and is used in the treatment of urinary tract issues. Here are a urodynamic few tests that can be performed on patient's experiencing urinary issues.

·        Uroflowmetry

·        Postvoid residual measurement

·        Cystometric Test

·        Leak Point Pressure Measurement

·        Electromyography

·        Video Urodynamic Tests