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PROBLEMS OF THE URINARY SYSTEM The urinary system consists of the left and right kidney, the ureters which connect the kidneys to the bladder, the bladder itself, and the urethra through which urine is expelled. Some of the disorders affecting this system are listed below. Leptosporosis: infectious bacterium affecting the liver and kidneys, causes 'flu like' symptoms. Glomerular disease: glomerulonephritis is an immune based disorder that affects the part of the kidney which filters the blood. Amyloidosis: deposition of a protein called 'amyloid A' within the kidneys reduces its ability to function properly. Juvenile renal disease: early onset renal failure can be as a result of an inherited or familial disorder. Renal tumours: kidneys are a common site for spread of cancer from elsewhere in the body. Renal cysts: cysts can develop within the kidneys but have to be multiple and affecting both kidneys to cause a problem. Pyelonephritis: kidney bacterial infection. Hydronephrosis: obstruction of urine flow results in collection or the urine in the bladder and kidneys, increased pressure can cause damage. Chemical nephrosis: the ingestion of certain poisonous substances can cause renal failure. Bacterial cystitis: bacterial infection of the bladder is one the commonest urinary problems seen in general practice. Urolithiasis: the formation of crystal and stones within the urinary tract can cause obstruction to urine flow. Bladder tumours: cancer of the bladder. |
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