The urinary system (also called the “urinary tract”) is the part of your body that makes urine. It is made up of two kidneys, the ureters, the bladder, and the urethra.
Kidney damage can occur if there is an obstruction or blockage of urine from the kidneys. Obstruction or blockage can occur in the ureter or at the outlet of the bladder.
Congenital abnormality with narrowing of the upper or lower ureter can lead to chronic kidney disease in children
Frequent, painful urination and urine that appears cloudy or bloody. If the UTI involves the kidneys, fever and back pain may also occur.
Part of the urinary tract affected | Signs and Symptoms |
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Kidneys (acute pyelonephritis) |
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Bladder (cystitis) |
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Urethra (urethritis) |
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Male Urinary Tract System
Female Urinary Tract System
Urinary tract infections don't always produce signs and symptoms, but when they do, they may include:
The signs of kidney disease are subtle and silent. Kidney disease can strike at any age.
Having juvenile diabetes puts one at a higher probability rate of developing kidney disease.
Approximately 10% of all significant blunt abdominal traumas are to the kidneys.
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