Urinary system

Your urinary system removes waste from your blood in the form of urine. It also helps regulate your blood volume and pressure, and controls the level of chemicals and salts in your body's cells and blood. Learn more here.

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Urine tests

Urine tests can be used to diagnose conditions, such as pregnancy, infections, diseases such as diabetes or STIs and monitor drug use.

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Blood in urine

Blood in the urine, also called haematuria, can be detected easily but there are many causes. Learn more from our trusted partners’ content.

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Urine colour chart

It's important to drink plenty of water every day to stay healthy. Use this urine colour chart to assess how hydrated you are.

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Urinary retention

If you have urinary retention, your bladder will feel full but you'll be unable to urinate. If this occurs suddenly, seek urgent medical attention.

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Urinary problems

The urinary system prevents waste from building up in your blood. Learn about related health problems, including blood in urine, cystitis, incontinence, kidney infection, prostate problems and UTIs.

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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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Bedwetting in older children

Bedwetting in older children can happen if the child does not wake when they need to urinate. But there are several things you can do.

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hCG levels

Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that can be detected in your urine and blood when you're pregnant.

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Bladder

The bladder works with the kidneys to rid the body of waste products from the blood through urine. Learn more about its function and tips for a healthy bladder.

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Catheter problems

Catheters may be needed temporarily or permanently. Find out here about catheter problems, such as leaking, blockages and the tube falling out.

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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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Prostate problems

Swelling, enlargement and cancer are the most common problems that affect the prostate. Learn about important symptoms and treatment options here.

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Cystoscopy

A cystoscopy – when a doctor looks inside your bladder using a small camera – can help in diagnosing conditions that affect the bladder.

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Cystitis

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, treatments and self-care options and when to seek medical attention.

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Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is an operation used to treat serious prostate problems. Learn what it involves here and potential complications.

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Kidney pain

Find out more about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of kidney pain from our trusted partners.

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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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Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect men and women differently. Find out more about UTI symptoms, prevention and when to seek medical help.

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Kidney disease symptoms

Kidney disease causes a range of signs and symptoms, such as anaemia, diarrhoea, itchy skin, high blood pressure and more.

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Bladder-neck incision

Prostate trouble is common. If your medication does not help or symptoms are severe, a bladder-neck incision should relieve your symptoms.

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hCG test

The human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test is usually used to confirm or monitor a pregnancy.

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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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Urinary incontinence

If you have urinary incontinence (trouble controlling your bladder), a simple lifestyle change or treatment may be all that’s needed to cure or improve it, or to help you manage the condition. Learn more here.

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Kidney stones

One in every 20 people develop kidney stones at some point in their life. Find out more from leading Australian health organisations

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Male reproductive system

The male reproductive system contains the external genitals and internal parts, including the prostate gland. Learn about how it works and what can go wrong,

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Rhabdomyolysis

Rhabdomyolysis happens when muscle tissue is destroyed and their contents released into the bloodstream. Find out more about its symptoms and treatments.

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Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)

Hyperglycaemia is having too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out more about the effects of hyperglycaemia and steps to take when your blood sugar level is higher than it should be.

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Nephrotic syndrome

Nephrotic syndrome isn't a specific disease, but a set of problems from damaged kidneys. Learn more about the condition, including symptoms and treatment.

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Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

If your child has a serious illness, it’s important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.

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