Tired of Waiting? How to Manage Urinary & Prostate Issues Without the 4-Month Wait If you live in East Manatee County, youve likely noticed a frustrating trend: trying to see a specialistespecially a urologistcan feel like a full-time job. With our growing population in Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton, wait times for new urology patients can now stretch into late spring or even summer. But when youre dealing with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS), “waiting” isn’t just an inconvenienceits a quality-of-life issue.What exactly is LUTS? LUTS is a “catch-all” term for several symptoms that many assume are just a normal part of aging. Common signs include:
- Frequency: Feeling like you have to go every hour.
- Urgency: That sudden, “must-go-now” feeling.
- Nocturia: Waking up multiple times a night to urinate.
- Weak Stream: A slow start or a “stop-and-start” flow.
The Specialist Shortage in Florida Current 2026 projections show that Florida has a significant physician gap. For urology, this means that while a specialist is necessary for surgery, they are often too backed up to handle the initial “workup” and medical management of common issues like BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia).Why East County Internal Medicine Should Be Your First Stop You dont need to wait months to start feeling better. As an Internal Medicine practice, Dr. Kunwar can begin the essential “Phase 1” of your care immediately.
- Same-Day/Next-Day Initial Testing: We can perform necessary urinalysis and PSA blood tests right away to rule out infections.
- Medical Management: Many urinary symptoms respond well to medications. We can start these therapies now, often providing relief in days.
- The “Bridge” to Specialty Care: If you eventually do need a urologist, youll arrive with your labs and treatment history already completed, making that specialist visit much more productive.
Dont Wait in Silence Urinary issues impact your sleep, travel, and confidence. If youre struggling with prostate-related symptoms, don’t let a “specialist waitlist” stop you from getting help.Call us at East County Internal Medicine or Book ONLINE to see Dr. Kunwar this week.
