Conditions
Urinary Incontinence in Men
Difficulty with bladder control and urinary leakage is an issue that affects millions of men. However, there have been major advances in the treatment options available for these conditions. West Georgia Urology uses the most advanced techniques available to diagnose and treat this condition for each patient.
Evaluation
Our medical staff will start by taking a detailed medical history and performing a physical exam. This evaluation may include the following:
- Urinalysis
- Urine culture and sensitivity
- Urine cytology
- PSA, BMP
- Post-void residual measurement
- Urine flow study
- Urodynamic testing
- Cystoscopy
- Digital Rectal Exam
- Renal Ultrasound
Causes
- Bladder outlet obstruction due to BPH
- Overactive bladder
- Neurogenic bladder
- Previous prostate surgery
- Urinary tract infection (UTI) or irritation
- Medications
- Associated medical problems such as diabetes, constipation, stroke, or dementia
- Limited physical mobility
- Weak pelvic floor muscles
Treatment
Treatment will depend on the cause of the incontinence. The treatment may consist of more than one option to get the best results.
- Medications
- Artificial urinary sphincter (AUS)
- Urethral bulking agents
- Male urethral sling
- Prostate laser surgery
- Transurethral resction of prostate (TURP)
- Neuromodulation Therapy
- Pelvic Floor retaining therapy
- Behavioral Changes
- Neuromodulatino (Urgent PC or Interstim)
- Axonics Therapy for Bladder and Bowel Control
