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abscess
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A collection of pus formed by tissue destruction in an inflamed area of a localized infection
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albuminuria
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The presence of protein, usually albumin but at times globulin, in the urine
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catheter
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tube for withdrawing or giving fluid
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creatinine
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nitrogenous waste excreted in urine
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cystoscopy
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A medical procedure in which a cystoscope is used to examine the bladder.
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edema
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swelling,fluid in tissues
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erythropoietin
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a hormone secreted by the kidney to stimulate the production of red blood cells.
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glomerulonephritis
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inflammation of the glomerulus of the kidney
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hematuria
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smoky-red color of urine caused by the presence of blood
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meatal stenosis
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narrowing of the urinary meatus
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