26^thEuropean Nephrology Conference

Urological Diseases

The urinary system is the body's drainage system for eliminating wastes and extra water. It comprises kidneys, ureters, a bladder and a urethra. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI’s) are the second most common type of infection in the human body.

Urologic diseases or conditions consist of urinary tract infections, kidney stones, bladder control problems and prostate problems. Some urologic disorders last only a short time, while others are lifelong.

You may have a UTI if you notice

• Pain or burning when you urinate
• Fever, tiredness, or shakiness
• An urge to urinate often
• Pressure in your lower belly
• Urine that smells bad or looks cloudy or reddish
• Pain in your back or side below the ribs

People of any age or gender possible to acquire UTIs, but women are more susceptible to get UTIs as men. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are bacterial infections of any fragment of the urinary system. Infections are in the bladder and urethras are the most common. They are certainly curable and infrequently lead to more health problems. However, if the infections are untreated, these infections can spread to the kidneys and cause kidney failure.