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Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian

Urologist

Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian is a urologist practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Kasraeian specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Dr. Ahmad Kasraeian
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • University of Florida
  • Accepting new patients

What is the test recommended to learn the cause of smelly and yellow urine?

You need to have urinalysis. Urine culture & sensitivity test & have CMP which check your kidneys & liver function. Also you need to drink more water. Thanks

I have been detected with E.coli bacteria in my UTI. What are the antibiotics that help in treating this bacteria?

E. Coli. can be sensitive to many antibiotics and can also be resistant to many, they are called ESBL. Therefore, you need to see the result of urine culture to see which antibiotic READ MORE
E. Coli. can be sensitive to many antibiotics and can also be resistant to many, they are called ESBL. Therefore, you need to see the result of urine culture to see which antibiotic your E. Coli infection is sensitive to. If UTI is treated properly, repeat your urine culture within 3-7 days to be sure the culture become negative.

Burning sensation while urinating, is this UTI?

Yes, it can be a sign of UTI & acute cystitis. You need to have urinalysis, urine culture and start treatment with antibiotics.

If I have a UTI can I pass it on to my husband?

No, it's not a sexually transmitted disease. He will be fine.

I have a stabbing pain in my lower abdomen. Is it a sign of UTI?

Yes. It can be acute cystitis. Need to have urinalysis & culture then start antibiotics impricly, till urine culture result is available. Thanks

Does urine incontinence indicate a weak bladder?

Seems you have stress urinary incontinence. It can usually happen after pregnancy or deliveries. Need urodynamic evaluation, stress test & vaginal exam. Urology evaluation. Thanks. READ MORE
Seems you have stress urinary incontinence. It can usually happen after pregnancy or deliveries. Need urodynamic evaluation, stress test & vaginal exam. Urology evaluation. Thanks.

What causes cloudy urine?

Pat. Need to be treated with antibiotics after urine was submitted for culture & sensitivity. Then need urology evaluation.

Can having just one kidney cause urinary problems?

A person with one kidney can have a completely normal life. Please see a urologist. To evaluate your RUTI. Before it damaged the kidney.

Is stem cell therapy useful for neurogenic bladder?

Not enough data is available to support that. There are many causes or neurogenic bladder. Mostly due to upper or lower motor lesions.

Urinate, pause, urinate some more

No. You need to see a urologist. Your problem may be as simple as urethral stenosis. Can easily be corrected.

Is my urinary incontinence problem permanent?

Most probably you have stress urinary invontinance. Need to be evaluated. Can be treated and cured.

Female urology?

Yes. Or urogynecologist

Is fertility reduced with spina bifida?

Yes, ejaculation will be affected.

Why was I referred to a nephrologist?

If your kidney function deteriorates, nephrologist will be consulted, while your urologist treats your renal calculi.

I can't seem to control my bladder. Do I need surgery?

Not necessarily. You need to be evaluated

I have interstitial cystitis. Are there certain foods I should avoid? If so, which ones?

Yes. Need avoid spicy foods coffee. Need to follow IC diet