Fistulas are an abnormal connection between two organs. A vesicovaginal fistula is an abnormal connection between the bladder and the vagina, that allows continuous urinary leakage (discharge) into the vagina. This problem has a profound effect on a woman’s...

Urinary incontinence can be troublesome and embarrassing, but it is treatable.

Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is a condition that causes pain or discomfort in the bladder and the surrounding pelvic region. The symptoms are different for each person and can change on a case to case basis. Pain may worsen as the bladder fills or is emptied....

Many patients consider kidney stones as simply a very painful nuisance which has to be tolerated periodically. In fact, kidney stone disease is a complex problem with various types of stones and with many different causes. At Urology Centers of Alabama, we utilize state of the art equipment and techniques to successfully treat stones. However, careful evaluation and management options also allow us to successfully prevent recurrent stone episodes in many patients.

Unfortunately, there are many women that have had adverse effects from the use of surgical mesh to treat pelvic prolapse. Women have reported infections, chronic pelvic pain, and painful intercourse...

Overactive bladder (OAB) is not a disease but a name for a group of urinary symptoms and a common condition that can affect both men and women. It is NOT a normal part of aging. OAB is a bothersome condition, because it can impact every aspect of one’s life...

Pelvic prolapse or vaginal vault prolapse is a very common condition characterized by the herniation of pelvic organs, bladder (cystocele), rectum, (rectocele), small intestine (enterocele), uterus, or vagina. These organs herniated due to weakness of support...

One of the most challenging urological disease conditions for patients and physicians alike is chronic pelvic pain. Chronic pelvic pain includes the syndromes chronic prostatitis and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome. The disease can occur in both...

Pelvic prolapse or vaginal vault prolapse is a very common condition characterized by the herniation of pelvic organs, bladder (cystocele), rectum, (rectocele), small intestine (enterocele), uterus, or vagina. These organs herniated due to weakness of support...

A urinary tract infection, also referred to as a UTI, is an infection in any part of the urinary system – this could be your kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. Although, most infections involve the lower portion of the urinary tract; meaning the...

Vaginal atrophy is the thinning, drying, and inflammation of the vaginal walls that occurs as estrogen levels drop. It is mostly more pronounced after menopause. Vaginal atrophy can cause painful intercourse, and an increase in UTIs, as well as other urinary symptoms.