What happens when you see us
Women who keep getting treated for infections that don't fully clear, or who notice blood in the urine, can be seen at any of our four clinics. We'll review past urine cultures, ask about smoking and workplace exposures, and test a fresh sample. If the picture isn't clear, our urologists may recommend imaging and a look inside the bladder with a thin scope, often done right in the office.
Signs that deserve a call
- Blood in the urine, even a single time and even without pain
- Burning or urgency that returns soon after antibiotics
- A negative culture while symptoms continue
- Pelvic or flank pain alongside urinary changes
How our urologists think about it
Most bladder symptoms in women turn out to have a benign cause, and we'll say so when that's the case. Our goal is to make sure a cancer isn't missed because it looked like a routine infection. When a tumor is found, we explain staging, treatment and follow-up in everyday language.
Women in Marietta, Canton, Jasper and Dallas can call (678) 344-8900 to schedule.
What a cystoscopy visit involves
Cystoscopy uses a thin, flexible scope passed through the urethra after numbing gel is applied. It takes a few minutes in the exam room, and you can drive yourself home and return to your usual day. You'll hear the findings before heading home, along with how a biopsy would be arranged if one is needed.
Smoking is a known risk factor for bladder cancer, so we'll ask about it gently and without judgment.
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