Symptomprompt assessment
Blood in urine (hematuria)
Blood in urine may be visible or found only on a test. It has many possible causes, so it should be assessed rather than self-diagnosed.
Urologic symptoms
Search common urinary, pelvic, genital, and reproductive symptoms. Each guide explains what the symptom means, broad categories of possible causes, what a clinician may ask, and when prompt medical assessment may be appropriate. A symptom can have many causes, so this section is not a self-diagnosis tool.
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- Symptomprompt assessment
Difficulty urinating (weak stream or trouble starting)
Trouble starting, a weak stream, or feeling the bladder does not empty can point to a blockage or bladder-muscle problem. Being completely unable to pass urine is an emergency.
- Symptomroutine discussion
Frequent urination
Needing to urinate more often than usual has many causes, from drinking habits and infection to bladder and prostate conditions or diabetes. A pattern that bothers you is worth assessing.
- Symptomprompt assessment
Pain or burning when urinating (dysuria)
Pain or burning when urinating, called dysuria, has many possible causes. It is usually worth assessing, especially with fever, blood in the urine, or pregnancy.
- Symptomprompt assessment
Testicular lump or swelling
A new testicular lump or swelling should always be checked by a clinician. Most are not cancer, but prompt assessment matters — and sudden, severe testicular pain is an emergency.
How to use this information
These pages provide general information to help you prepare for a conversation with a healthcare professional. They do not diagnose, recommend a specific treatment, or replace individual medical advice.