Uro-oncology: early signs matter, and early action helps.
Cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and testicles often give early warnings. Most turn out to be something simple — but checking promptly is always the right decision.
What is uro-oncology?
Uro-oncology is the diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the urinary system (kidney, bladder, ureter) and the male reproductive system (prostate and testicles). Many of these cancers are highly treatable when caught early — which is why knowing the warning signs matters.
Signs that should never be ignored.
- Blood in urine — even once, even painless. Painless blood in urine must always be evaluated promptly
- A painless lump or swelling in a testicle
- New difficulty passing urine, or a stream that keeps getting weaker
- Persistent pain in the side or back without a clear cause
- Unexplained weight loss or persistent fatigue along with urinary symptoms
Most of these turn out to be something simple — stones, infection, an enlarged prostate. But the only way to know is a proper evaluation, and early evaluation is what changes outcomes when it matters.
Screening, diagnosis and treatment.
- PSA blood test — simple prostate cancer screening; men over 50 should discuss it (40–45 with a family history)
- Ultrasound and CT scans — to look at the kidneys, bladder and prostate when needed
- Cystoscopy — a telescopic look inside the bladder when blood in urine needs an answer
- Treatment — depends on the finding and its stage, and can include robotic or keyhole surgery, with a clear discussion of every option and its trade-offs
Consultant Urologist, Andrologist and Robotic Surgeon. He manages the diagnosis and treatment of malignancies of the kidney, bladder, prostate and testicles at MEDICOVER Hospitals, Hitec City and LUX Hospitals, Gachibowli.
View full doctor profile →Frequently asked questions.
Is blood in urine always cancer?
No — stones, infection and prostate enlargement are more common causes. But blood in urine is never normal, even once and even if painless, and painless blood in urine must always be evaluated promptly because it can be an early sign of bladder or kidney problems.
At what age should men start prostate screening?
Men over 50 should discuss prostate screening with a simple PSA blood test. If prostate cancer runs in the family, start the conversation at 40–45.
Are urological cancers treatable?
Many urological cancers are highly treatable when found early — early prostate and testicular cancers in particular have excellent outcomes. This is why prompt evaluation of warning signs matters so much.
Get a worrying symptom checked.
Request an appointment with Dr. Sreeniketh Reddy at MEDICOVER Hospitals, Hitec City or LUX Hospitals, Gachibowli.