Urologist for Women in Johor Bahru and Batu Pahat, Johor
Bladder and urinary problems in women, including those linked to pregnancy, childbirth and menopause, assessed and treated by consultant urologist Dato’ Dr Azhar Amir Hamzah.
What is women’s urology?
Women’s urology covers problems of the bladder, urethra and kidneys in women. Pregnancy, childbirth and the hormone changes of menopause all affect how the bladder works, which is why women often notice leaking, urgency or repeated infections at these times. A urologist looks for the cause and treats it.
Symptoms
- Leaking urine, or a sudden urge to pass urine
- Repeated urine infections
- Burning, pain or pressure in the bladder without infection (bladder pain syndrome)
- Frequent urination during or after pregnancy
- Blood in the urine
- Kidney stone pain
Common causes
- Pregnancy and childbirth weakening the pelvic floor
- Lower hormone levels after menopause affecting the bladder and urethra
- Pressure on the bladder from the growing womb in pregnancy
- Bladder inflammation (interstitial cystitis)
- Kidney stones, which can be more common during pregnancy
How Dato’ Dr Azhar assesses and treats women’s urology problems
Dato’ Dr Azhar listens to your symptoms in a private, respectful consultation. He checks your urine, uses ultrasound to see the kidneys and bladder, and arranges urodynamic testing when leaking or urgency needs a closer look. Treatment may include bladder training, pelvic floor exercises, medicine, local hormone treatment after menopause, and procedures where needed. Kidney stones and infections during pregnancy are managed with care for both mother and baby, together with your obstetrician.
When to see a urologist
- Leaking or urgency that affects daily life
- Three or more urine infections in a year
- Bladder pain without a confirmed infection
- Blood in the urine
- Kidney stone pain or urine infection with fever in pregnancy: seek urgent care
FAQs
Do urologists treat women?
Yes. Urologists treat bladder, kidney and urinary problems in women as well as men.
Is leaking urine after childbirth normal?
It is common, but it can usually be improved with pelvic floor exercises and treatment.
Why do I get more urine infections after menopause?
Lower hormone levels change the tissue around the urethra and bladder. Local hormone treatment and other steps can help prevent infections.