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inflammation occurs in the connective tissue lying between the renal tubules (the renal interstitium)
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interstitial nephritis
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chronic bladder wall inflammation
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interstitial cystitis (IC)
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Acute pyelonephritis
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bacterial inflammation of the lining of the renal pelvis (pyel/o) and renal parenchyma (nephrons) These are invaded with numerous tiny abscesses, which are collections of pus (py/o), or there may be evidence of pyuria (pus in the urine).
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fibrotic narrowing of the urethra
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urethral stricture
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urinary frequency, and hesitation
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dysuria
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increased urine formation and secretion
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diuresis
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frequent, excessive urination at night
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nocturia
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diminished or absent (an-) urination usually caused by either renal dysfunction or a urinary tract obstruction.
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anuria
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