Urinary system
Your urinary system removes waste from your blood in the form of urine, as well as having other important functions. Learn how to keep it healthy.
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The urinary tract
The urinary tract can become infected, usually by bacteria entering the urethra. Learn more about the symptoms of an infection and get self care tips here.
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Bladder
Your bladder stores urine. It works with the kidneys to rid the body of waste products through urine. Learn more about your bladder here.
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Kidney stones
Kidney stones are also known as urolithiasis. This is a common problem of the urinary system. Find out more about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Urinary problems
The urinary system prevents waste from building up in your blood, preventing related health problems including blood in urine, infections, UTIs and more.
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Kidneys
The kidneys’ main functions are to filter or 'clean' your blood of waste products and help control your blood pressure. Find out more about how they work.
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Urinary tract infection (UTI)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect men and women differently. Find out more about UTI symptoms, treatment and prevention, and when to seek medical help.
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Nephrostomy
Your ureters (the tubes that drain urine from the kidneys to the bladder) can become blocked. A nephrostomy is a procedure to drain urine from your kidney using a catheter (tube).
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Urethrotomy
A urethrotomy is an operation to treat a narrowing of your urethra. The narrowing is usually caused by scar tissue forming after inflammation, an infection or injury.
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Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)
A kidney infection (pyelonephritis) can be unpleasant, but it will usually improve if treated promptly. Learn about symptoms and treatment here.
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