Diagnosing bladder dysfunction involves a combination of patient history, physical examination, and specialized tests.
- Patient history: Documenting symptoms, their duration, and severity. - Physical examination: Assessing for any palpable masses or neurological deficits. - Urinalysis and urine culture: Checking for infections or blood in the urine. - Imaging studies: Ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI to visualize the bladder and surrounding structures. - Urodynamic tests: Measuring the pressure and flow of urine to evaluate bladder function.
