Private Urology Treatment in Huddersfield

Huddersfield Private Hospital offers Urology diagnostics and treatment to patients in Huddersfield and surrounding West Yorkshire.

Urology is the branch of medicine involved with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract system as well as conditions of the male reproductive system, particularly the prostate.

Your prostate is a small gland that produces a fluid which is used to create semen. Sometimes things can go wrong and cause a variety of problems with your prostate. For example, your prostate can become enlarged (prostate enlargement) or swollen due to inflammation (prostatitis), which can put pressure on your bladder and urethra, leading to issues with urinating.

Problems with your bladder can also affect your ability to urinate. For example, a urinary tract infection (UTI) or bladder stones may cause painful urination and blood in your urine. Our specialist urologists at Huddersfield Private Hospital are here to support you and provide you with an expert diagnosis and a fully tailored treatment plan to help you get your life back on track.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is important to see a medical specialist to find out the cause:

• Blood in your urine
• Painful urination
• Changes in frequency of urination
• Inability to urinate
• Weak or hesitant stream of urine
• Leaking of urine (incontinence)
• Lower abdomen pain
• Pelvic pain
• Erectile dysfunction
• Testicular mass

Some of the most common urology conditions we manage at Huddersfield Private Hospital include:

• Incontinence: Urinary incontinence refers to the involuntary release of urine. It ranges from mild to severe, and there are several types of urinary incontinence including stress, urge, and overflow. It can be caused by multiple factors, such as stress, age, and underlying medical conditions.

• Urinary tract infections: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections usually caused by faecal bacteria entering your urinary tract. You may feel a burning sensation whilst urinating and might feel an increased, urgent need to urinate.

• Kidney stones: Kidney stones are stones formed by minerals and salts found in your body. Usually, kidney stones can pass on their own if they are small, but if they are larger or more complex, they can cause blockages in your ureter (the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder) which causes a lot of pain.

• Painful bladder syndrome (interstitial cystitis): Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that affects the bladder and surrounding pelvic area. It causes pain and discomfort in these areas, as well as an increased urinary urgency and frequency. You may have also heard of it as ‘painful bladder syndrome'.

• Benign scrotal lumps: Most of the time, lumps in your testicles are caused by something non-cancerous (benign). The two most common types of benign lumps in testicles are hydroceles and epidydimal cysts. If you do feel a lump or cyst in your testicle, it is vital that you have it examined by a medical specialist to rule out anything serious.

• Cystoscopy (flexible): A flexible cystoscopy is a quick, routine procedure which involves a thin tube with a light and camera at one end of it called a cystoscope. This is carried out in order to examine your bladder, and involves a cystoscope being inserted into your urethra (the tube that carries urine out of your body) upwards into your bladder. The images captured by the cystoscope are displayed on a monitor for your consultant to view whilst performing the procedure. A flexible cystoscopy is usually performed to aid diagnosis and treatment of bladder stones, frequent UTIs, and pelvic floor dysfunction. A flexible cystoscopy typically takes around 5 minutes.

• Trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP): A trans-urethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure which involves removing part of your prostate. You may consider TURP if you are suffering with an enlarged or swollen prostate, as it can help relieve the symptoms by reducing the pressure placed on your bladder and urethra.

• Rigid cystoscopy (bladder scope): A rigid cystoscopy (bladder scope) is similar to a flexible cystoscopy, but it involves the insertion of a rigid cystoscope into your urethra and bladder. This allows your consultant to view and examine these areas closely and is usually performed under local or general anaesthetic. A rigid cystoscopy typically takes around 15-30 minutes.

• Adult circumcision: Adult circumcision is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the foreskin from your penis. It can be performed for numerous reasons; religious, cultural, cosmetic, or medical and is typically performed in infancy or early childhood but it can also be performed on adults

Patients visiting Huddersfield Private Hospital can book an initial consultation with an expert urologist at a time that is convenient for them. The enquiries team will provide you with detailed information that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your first appointment.

Your consultant will discuss and assess your symptoms and medical history with you to get a thorough picture of the situation, note any concerns and determine the appropriate next steps.

Depending on your condition and severity of symptoms, your consultant may request further tests be carried out to assess your potential situation in more detail. Simple tests such as ultrasounds or blood tests are often available on the same day as your initial appointment, but specialised testing such as an MRI will usually be available within a few days of your appointment and will be arranged at a time and day that suits you.

The following are common tests that your urologist may recommend to investigate your condition further:

• MRI scan - A magnetic field is used to create a detailed image of the internally affected area, used if a patient's diagnosis hasn't been confirmed with blood tests or an ultrasound.
• Ultrasound - Uses sound waves to produce a detailed image of the inside of the body. Ultrasound is often used for bladder, kidney and testicular examinations
• Blood tests - Used to investigate a variety of factors across an array of conditions.

On completion of the necessary tests, a follow-up consultation will be booked to discuss the results of your blood tests and diagnostic scans with your consultant and to determine a treatment plan.

If further testing, surgery or referral to another specialist within Huddersfield Private Hospital is required, we'll make sure you thoroughly understand the process and answer any questions you may have before arranging the next stage of your journey.

Located just outside Huddersfield city centre, our private hospital sees patients from across the city as well as from Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Wakefield and wider West Yorkshire. Our patients come from local areas such as Holmfirth, Shepley, Elland, Meltham, Slaithwaite, Horbury and Denby Dale. We also see many patients from further afield. People travel to us to seek the expertise of our experienced consultants and to make the most of our great facilities and compassionate team of healthcare professionals.

Whether your urological condition is diagnosed or suspected, our dedicated consultants, compassionate team, and our modern facilities are here to provide you with the best possible experience throughout your journey.

We know that choosing to have a procedure is a big decision, which is why our multidisciplinary team are on hand to support you, following a consultant-led treatment plan.

- Flexible appointment times to fit your routine
- Personalised, consultant led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs
- Support from a dedicated, compassionate team and the same friendly faces throughout your treatment with us
- Private ensuite rooms, delicious food, free parking and all the other benefits that come with choosing private healthcare
- Affordable, fixed price packages with aftercare included supported by our onsite patient liaison officer who will be with you every step of your self-pay journey.
- Flexible finance options to spread the cost of your care
- Exceptional service, we are rated 4.7 our of 5 stars on Google