Pathology of the Urinary System 2

Question 1

aka “Ureter stone”. A stone located anywhere along the ureter.

Answer 1

Ureterolith

Question 2

aka “Urinary bladder stone”. A stone located within the urinary bladder.

Answer 2

Cystolith

Question 3

A chronic inflammation within the walls of the bladder.

Answer 3

Interstitial Cystitis

Question 4

aka “enlarged prostate”, that can make urination difficult and can cause urinary tract problems for men.

Answer 4

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Question 5

An infection involving the structures of the urinary system that usually begins in the bladder. This is caused by bacteria entering through the urethra.

Answer 5

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Question 6

The absence of urine formation by the kidneys.

Answer 6

Anuria

Question 7

Increased output of the urine. A condition in which the kidneys filter too much bodily fluid.

Answer 7

Diuresis

Question 8

Painful or difficult urination

Answer 8

Dysuria

Question 9

Frequent or excessive urination during the night

Answer 9

Nocturia

Question 10

Inability to control the excretory functions of urine, feces, or both.

Answer 10

Incontinence