The basic approach to the urological patient is still dependent on taking a complete history and an appropriate
physical examination. A well-taken history frequently is sufficient to determine the correct diagnosis.
Symptoms which have to be researched with attention are, in particular, pain, and sexual dysfunction. Physical
examination should be performed conscientiously. Complete evaluation requires inspection of the breast,
testis, vas deferens, and epididymis. In this chapter, those urologic symptoms and clinical signs which are
apt to be brought to the physician’s attention would be discussed.
