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Results 1 - 10 of 41 for urinary system
  1. Ostomy (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... It treats certain diseases of the digestive or urinary systems. It can be permanent, when an organ must ...
  2. Anatomy (National Library of Medicine)  
    Anatomy is the science that studies the structure of the body. On this page, you'll find links to descriptions and pictures of the human body's parts and organ ...
  3. Urinary Tract Infections (National Library of Medicine)  
    The urinary system is the body's drainage system for removing wastes and extra water. It includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the body. You may have a UTI if you notice: Pain ...
  4. Urine and Urination (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... full and gets smaller when empty. If your urinary system is healthy, your bladder can hold up to 16 ounces (2 cups) of urine comfortably for 2 to 5 hours. You may have problems with urination if you have: Kidney failure Urinary tract infections An enlarged prostate Bladder control problems ...
  5. Overactive Bladder (National Library of Medicine)  
    Overactive bladder is a condition in which the bladder squeezes urine out at the wrong time. You may have overactive bladder if you have two or more of these symptoms: ...
  6. Urinary Incontinence (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is urinary incontinence (UI)? Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of bladder control, or being unable to control urination. It is a common condition. ...
  7. Ureteral Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your kidneys make urine by filtering wastes and extra water from your blood. The urine travels from the kidneys to the bladder in two thin tubes called ureters. ...
  8. Urethral Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    The urethra is the tube that allows urine to pass out of the body. In men, it's a long tube that runs through the penis. It also carries semen in men. In ...
  9. Bladder Diseases (National Library of Medicine)  
    The bladder is a hollow organ in your lower abdomen that stores urine. Many conditions can affect your bladder. Some common ones are: Cystitis - inflammation ...
  10. Kidney Cysts (National Library of Medicine)  
    A cyst is a fluid-filled sac. You may get simple kidney cysts as you age; they are usually harmless. There are also some diseases which cause kidney cysts. ...
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