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Referral and medical-aid requirements vary. Contact reception before your visit so the team can confirm what applies to you.

Bring your identity document, medical-aid details, referral letter if applicable, relevant scans and reports, and a current medication and allergy list.

This depends on your symptoms. Urine testing, blood tests, imaging, examination or bladder-flow assessment may be discussed or arranged when appropriate.

A cystoscopy uses a slim camera to examine the urethra and bladder. Flexible cystoscopy is commonly a brief procedure performed with local anaesthetic gel.

No. Stones, infection, prostate enlargement and other conditions can also cause blood in the urine. It should still be assessed, even when it stops.

No. Some stones are likely to pass safely. Others may need intervention because of their size, position, pain, infection or effect on drainage.

Preparation differs by procedure. The practice will provide instructions about fasting, medication, infection testing, admission and transport where relevant.

Use the form for appointment requests and general enquiries only. Avoid sending sensitive medical details; these are best discussed securely with the practice.

Do not wait for a website response. Contact Netcare Alberlito Hospital, attend Alberlito Trauma Unit or use your nearest emergency service.