Prostate

Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS)

An umbrella term for storage symptoms (frequency, urgency, nocturia), voiding symptoms (weak stream, straining) and post-void symptoms (dribbling).

Overview

LUTS can arise from the prostate, the bladder, the urethra or from general medical conditions. Good care starts with identifying which part of the urinary tract is responsible rather than assuming the prostate is always to blame.

Common symptoms

Storage: frequency, urgency, nocturia
Voiding: hesitancy, weak stream, straining
Post-void: dribbling, incomplete emptying

When to see a urologist

Persistent or bothersome LUTS, especially with blood in urine, pain or retention, should be assessed.

This website provides general educational information and is not a substitute for an individual medical consultation. Diagnosis and treatment should be based on assessment by a qualified healthcare professional.