Frequently asked questions
- What conditions does Tyneside Urology Partners assess?
Tyneside Urology Partners provides private urology assessment for a range of urinary, bladder, prostate, kidney stone, continence and men’s health concerns. This may include symptoms such as blood in the urine, urinary infections, bladder leakage, raised PSA, prostate symptoms, kidney stone pain or erectile dysfunction. The most appropriate next step depends on your symptoms, medical history and specialist assessment.
- Where is Tyneside Urology Partners based?
Tyneside Urology Partners is based on Fifth Avenue in Team Valley, Tyne & Wear, NE11 0XA. The clinic serves patients from Newcastle, Gateshead, Tyneside and across the North East.
- When should I see a urologist?
You may wish to see a urologist if you have persistent, recurrent or worrying urinary symptoms. These can include blood in the urine, recurrent infections, difficulty passing urine, urinary leakage, kidney stone symptoms, testicular symptoms, raised PSA or ongoing prostate concerns. Some symptoms need urgent assessment, especially severe pain, fever, inability to pass urine or feeling very unwell.
- Can I make an enquiry before booking a consultation?
Yes. If you are unsure which service is right for you, you can make an enquiry with Tyneside Urology Partners. This can help you understand the next step before arranging an appointment. Do not wait for a routine enquiry if you have severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms.
- Do I need a GP referral?
Some private healthcare pathways may involve a GP referral, insurance authorisation or self-funding enquiry, depending on the service and patient circumstances.
- What should I bring to my urology appointment?
It can be helpful to bring details of your symptoms, current medicines, allergies, previous test results, scan reports, clinic letters and any relevant medical history. If you have had PSA tests, urine cultures, imaging or previous urology treatment, bringing those results may help your clinician understand the background more clearly.
- Will I need tests or scans?
You may need tests depending on your symptoms and clinical assessment. These could include urine tests, blood tests, bladder scans, urine flow tests, cystoscopy, prostate assessment or imaging where appropriate. Not every patient needs every test. Your clinician will explain what is being recommended and why.
- Are urology symptoms always serious?
Not always. Many urology symptoms have common and treatable causes, such as infection, benign prostate enlargement, bladder irritation or stones. However, symptoms such as visible blood in the urine, persistent pain, recurrent infections or difficulty passing urine should be assessed so the cause can be identified and the right next step discussed.
- When should I seek urgent medical advice?
Seek urgent medical advice through NHS 111, urgent care or emergency services if you cannot pass urine, have visible blood in the urine with clots, have severe pain, develop fever or chills, feel very unwell, are vomiting or have sudden loss of bladder or bowel control. Do not wait for a private appointment if symptoms are severe or rapidly worsening.
Speak to an expert
If you are concerned about urinary symptoms or would like to discuss urinalysis in Newcastle, make an enquiry with Tyneside Urology Partners.
Suitability for any test or treatment depends on your symptoms, test results, medical history and a specialist assessment. Your clinician will explain the potential benefits, limitations and next steps before any treatment is agreed.
