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Vesicoureteral Reflux

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Urine normally flows in one direction-down from the kidneys, through tubes called ureters, to the bladder. Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is the abnormal flow of urine from the bladder back into the ureters. VUR is most commonly diagnosed in infancy ...More…
Nerve Disease and Bladder Control

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Explains overactive bladder, detrusor-sphincter dyssynergia, and urine retention, and discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of neurogenic bladder. How will the doctor test for nerve damage and bladder control problems? What are ...More…
Cystocele (Fallen Bladder)

National Kidney Clearinghouse — A bladder that has dropped from its normal position may cause two kinds of problems-unwanted urine leakage and incomplete emptying of the bladder. In some women, a fallen bladder stretches the opening into the urethra, causing urine leakage when ...More…
Control de la Vejiga en las Mujeres

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Una introducción comprensiva de las causas, síntomas, y tratamientos para problemas relacionados con el control de la vejiga en las mujeres. Un registro de uso fácil para que pacientes anoten la cantidad de liquido que beben, la cantidad de idas ...More…
Treatments for Urinary Incontinence in Women

National Kidney Clearinghouse — A comprehensive introduction to the causes, symptoms, and treatments for bladder control problems in women. Combines information from the former Bladder Control for Women series into one convenient booklet. Includes removable inserts to help ...More…
Seeing Your Doctor or Nurse

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Describes normal bladder function and problems in the urinary system that may require urodynamic testing. Discusses different urodynamic procedures and why they are used. If you have a problem with urine leakage or blocked urine flow, your doctor ...More…
Cystinuria

National Library of Medicine — Cystinuria is a condition characterized by the buildup of cystine crystals or stones in the kidneys and bladder. Cystine is an amino acid, one of the building blocks of proteins. As the kidneys filter blood to create urine, cystine is normally ...More…
Cystoscopy and Ureteroscopy

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Outlines possible reasons for the tests and explains the preparation involved. Describes the procedures in detail, as well as what patients can expect afterward When you have a urinary problem, your doctor may use a cystoscope to see inside your ...More…
Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Hematuria is the presence of red blood cells (RBCs) in the urine. In microscopic hematuria, the urine appears normal to the naked eye, but examination with a microscope shows a high number of RBCs. Gross hematuria can be seen with the naked ...More…
Your Urinary System and How It Works

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Details the anatomy of the urinary tract, explains diagnostic tests for voiding problems and other ailments, and describes the major diseases and conditions that affect the urinary system. The organs, tubes, muscles, and nerves that work together ...More…
Urologic Diseases Dictionary Index

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Defines terms related to urologic diseases. This dictionary defines words that are often used when people talk or write about urologic diseases. It is designed for people who have urologic diseases and their families and friends. This information ...More…
About NKUDIC

National Kidney Clearinghouse — Listing of services from NKUDIC, including response to inquiries, publication dissemination, referrals to health professionals, and more. Answers to frequently asked questions, from specific medical questions and nutrition information to finding ...More…

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