I’m often asked about when men in Houston should see a urologist for issues with urination. While every patient is different, I do recommend that every man struggling with urination, emptying of the bladder, or voiding dysfunction take this quick quiz from the American Urologist Association. 

Once you complete the quiz, check your score to see if you need to schedule an appointment with our urologically trained team at The Y Factor in Houston. 

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Total score:

0-7: You’re mildly symptomatic and you should come see a professional at The Y Factor, but it’s not urgent. Lifestyle modifications might be sufficient.

8-19: You’re moderately symptomatic and you should schedule an appointment with our team at The Y Factor so we can tailor a plan to help you with your bladder. Medical management is very effective and often enough to restore voiding. 

20-35: You’re severely symptomatic and you should take advantage of our next day appointment so we can help you regain your quality of life. You are at risk of kidney harm, bladder harm, blood in the urine, and needing a catheter to empty the bladder. I perform urology surgery to treat this severity of problems.

Schedule your consultation right now in our Houston location located in the Memorial area.

Russel H. Williams, MD

Dr. Russel H. Williams is the founder, CEO and CMO of The Y Factor and brings more than 20 years of experience. Dr. Williams earned his Medical Degree at the University of Texas at Dallas Southwestern Medical Center, where he graduated at the top of his class. He completed his urology residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, then completed a male reproductive medicine and microsurgery visiting fellowship at the New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan, New York. Dr. Williams is an active member of the American Urological Association, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, and peers recognize him as one of only a handful of Reproductive Urologists focusing on men’s urological wellness & fertility.