Chapter 34, Problem 37A

Summary Introduction

To write:

About the questions that could be asked from a urologistfor urinary problems or for maintaining good health of male reproductivesystem.

Introduction:

A urologist is a person who specializes in urinarysystems of males and females. He is responsible for examining patients, doingtests in labs, interpreting results, examining findings followed by treatingany disorder or disease. 

The reproductive system in males includes the organs and structures that regulate the reproductive or sexual processes in males.

Explanation of Solution

Different questions that might be asked regarding urinaryproblems may include:

Urinary incontinence: It is the condition of urine leakage involuntarily in a person. This may occur due to severe constipation, injury in the spinal cord, weakening of sphincter muscles or bladder muscles, childbirth, and diabetes.

Overactive bladder: It is a condition when the bladder is unable to hold urine properly and causes involuntary spasms.

Urinary tract infections: It is a common urological problem in females. Symptoms of UTI include frequent urge to urinate, and burning sensations.

Ureteral and Kidney stones: It is a condition when some crystal-like structures are formed in the ureter or kidney that blocks the path of urine.

Some questions for maintaining good reproductive health in males may include:

Regular screening of STDs (sexually transmitted disease): Some microbes are transmitted through sexual intercourse that may cause problems in the reproductive system.

Practicing good hygiene: Unhygienic living conditions may cause infection in the genital area.

Quitting smoking: Regular smokers often experience erectile dysfunction and thus smoking is quite harmful to the reproductive system in males. 

Conclusion

Some concerned areas for urinary problems may include Urinaryincontinence, Overactive bladder, Urinary tract infections, and Ureteral andKidney stones.

Some concerned areas for maintaining a healthy male reproductive system may include Regular screening of STDs, Practicing good hygiene, and Quitting smoking.