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| Albumin Example: Albuminuria – The presence of albumin (a type of protein) in the urine, often a sign of kidney damage or disease, such as nephrotic syndrome. |
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| Urea, nitrogen Example: Azotemia – An elevated level of urea and other nitrogenous waste products in the blood, typically resulting from kidney dysfunction. |
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| Developing cell, germ cell Example: Nephroblastoma – A cancerous tumor of the kidney that arises from immature kidney cells, also known as Wilms tumor, commonly found in children. |
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| Bladder, sac Example: Cystitis – Inflammation of the urinary bladder, often caused by bacterial infection, leading to frequent and painful urination. |
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| Glomerulus Example: Glomerulonephritis – Inflammation of the glomeruli, the tiny filtering units in the kidneys, which can lead to kidney dysfunction or failure. |
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| Sugar Example: Hyperglycosuria – Excess sugar in the urine, commonly associated with uncontrolled diabetes or kidney filtration issues. |
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| Water Example: Hydronephrosis – The swelling of a kidney due to a buildup of urine caused by obstruction in the urinary tract. |
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| Stone, calculus Example: Nephrolithiasis – The formation or presence of kidney stones, often causing severe pain and urinary obstruction. |
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| Kidney Example: Nephrectomy – Surgical removal of a kidney, often performed due to cancer, trauma, or severe infection. |
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| Night Example: Nocturnal Enuresis – Involuntary urination during sleep, commonly known as bedwetting. This condition is most often seen in children, but it can also occur in adults due to medical issues such as diabetes, bladder dysfunction, or neurological disorders. |
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| Pus Example: Pyuria – The presence of pus in the urine, indicating a urinary tract infection or kidney infection. |
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| Renal pelvis Example: Pyelitis – Inflammation of the renal pelvis, often caused by bacterial infections ascending from the bladder |
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| Kidney Example: Renal failure – The inability of the kidneys to filter waste products and balance fluids and electrolytes in the body. |
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| Urine, urinary tract Example: Urology – The branch of medicine focused on the study and treatment of urinary tract diseases and disorders. |
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| Ureter Example: Ureteroplasty – Surgical repair of a ureter to correct blockages or structural abnormalities |
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| Urethra Example: Urethritis – Inflammation of the urethra, often caused by bacterial infection or sexually transmitted infections. |
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| Bladder, sac Example: Vesicoureteral reflux – A condition where urine flows backward from the bladder into the ureters, increasing the risk of kidney infections and damage. |
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| Hernia, protrusion of an organ through a membrane or cavity wall Example: Herniorrhaphy- Surgical repair of a hernia to. Reposition the protruding organ and strengthen the surrounding tissue. |
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| Abdomen, abdominal cavity Example: Laparoscopy- A minimally invasive surgical procedure used to view and treat abdominal or pelvic conditions. |
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| Tongue Example: Sublingual- Situated under the tongue, often referring to the administration of medications for rapid absorption. |
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| Mouth Example: Oral- Pertaining to the mouth, such as in oral hygiene practices. |
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| Palate Example: Palatoplasty- Surgical repair of the palate, often performed to correct cleft palate deformities. |
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| Pancreas Example: Pancreatitis- Inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by gallstones or excessive alcohol consumption. |
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| Peritoneum Example: Peritonitis- Inflammation of the peritoneum, the membrane lining the abdominal cavity, often caused by infection or perforation. |
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| Polyp, small growth example: Polyectomy- Surgical removal of a polyp,often performed during a colonoscopy to prevent cancer development. |
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| Rectum Example:Proctitis- Inflammation of the rectum, which can cause discomfort, bleeding, and urgency. |
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| Pyloris, pyloric sphincter Example: Pyloroplasty- Surgical repair of the pyloric sphincter to improve food passage from the stomach to the small intestine. |
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| Rectum Example: Rectocele- A bulging of the rectum into the vaginal wall, often caused by weakening of pelvic floor muscles. |
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| Saliva, salivary gland Example:Sialadentitis- Inflammation of a salivary gland, often caused by bacterial infections or blockages. |
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| Fat Example: Steatorrhea- Excess fat in stool, often a sign of malabsorption disorders like celiac disease or chronic pancreatitis. |
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| Mouth Example: Stomatitis- Inflammation of the mouth, which can result from infections, irritants, or systemic diseases. |
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| Uvula Example: Uvulectomy- Surgical removal of the uvula, often performed to treat snoring or sleep apnea. |
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| Dryness Example: Xerostomia- Dryness of the mouth caused by reduced saliva production, often associated with certain medications or medical conditions. |
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