Asked by Myria Patterson on Jul 30, 2024

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Which of the following information is not significant for a urologist to make a diagnosis of a urologic disease?

A) Changes in frequency or urgency of urination
B) Difficulty or pain with urination (dysuria)
C) How far the patient can walk
D) Incontinence
E) Unusual discharge from the urethra

Urologic Disease

Diseases affecting the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, as well as the male reproductive organs.

Urologist

A specialist who diagnoses and treats diseases of the kidney, bladder, and urinary system.

Dysuria

Pain, discomfort, or burning sensation experienced during urination.

  • Comprehend essential ideas in urology, such as the signs of urologic disorders and the function of a medical assistant in a urologist's clinic.
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Sandeep SinghJul 31, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The ability of a patient to walk distances is generally not relevant to diagnosing urologic diseases, which are more directly related to symptoms involving the urinary tract, such as changes in urination patterns, pain during urination, incontinence, and unusual discharge.