I will be focusing on the Kidney Cancer, but to understand Kidney Cancer, one needs to know about the systems it resides in. Starting from the Endocrine System, to the Urinary System, then to the Kidneys. The Endocrine System is made up of glands in an organism that secrete hormones directly into the circulatory system. The hormones that the glands secrete, help to regulate very important internal processes. The processes that they regulate are, growth and development, equilibrium through out…
Overview Cystitis is a type of urinary tract infection that causes inflammation in the bladder. The infection is typically caused by bacteria that normally exist within the gastrointestinal tract. After stool is passed, some microorganisms continue to linger around the anus. Sometimes these bacteria make it to the bladder by passing through the urethra. Because they tend to thrive in the environment created by urine, it is not unusual for them to multiply quickly and cause an infection as they…
Urinary Incontinence among the Elderly Population Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common lower urinary tract dysfunction defined by the International Continence Society (ICS) as an involuntary loss of urine resulting in social or hygienic problems (Abrams et al 2009). Essentially, urinary incontinence is understood as leakage of urine that occurs beyond the control of the individual. In the elderly population, urinary incontinence greatly impacts the quality of life and is characterized…
peritoneal area. One method of preventing a UTI is by making sure to always wipe from front to back this lessons the chances of getting fecal matter in the urinary tract. This is just from my general knowledge however, I did some more research for not just this essay but for my own knowledge as well. I found that there are 10 tips to preventing Urinary Tract Infections. (1) “Let the genital area breath. That means to wear loose fitting pants.” (2) “Opt for pads rather than tampons. Tampons…
LIFTING AND TRANSFERING Body mechanics is moving the body in an efficient and safe way that reduces the risk of injury. Body mechanics is using good posture, proper techniques, and using the strongest and largest muscles when you can. Good body mechanics are extremely crucial as DSW’s working in residential programs because we are often doing a lot of lifting and transferring of significant amounts of weight (the weight of another human being). We can be easily injured if we do not use proper…
As previously discussed throughout this course, there are many requirements that are of concern for all animal species, all the while, each individual has a different nutritional need based on several factors. Meeting an individual’s nutritional requirement is essential for healthy living and potentially can prevent disease. Obesity is a common health problem that is not only a main concern in humans, but pets, as well. Raising obese pets stems from overfeeding, in adequate exercise and feeding…
Understanding Urinary Stones in Dogs And Cats? The primary function of urine is to eliminate waste from the body and toxic products that have accumulated in the blood. It helps to ensure the balance of the body by regulating the quantities of water and minerals removed. What is a urinary calculus? The urinary stones also called urolithiasis are crystal aggregates compounds preferentially localized in the bladder. These crystals, formed when the urine is saturated with minerals, can be an…
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) 24% of the most women suffer from the first UTI , in between the ages of 18-24 and 1 in 2 women will experience a UTI in their life time. A woman has frequent UTI three or more in a year should ask the doctor for the treatment options that available. Urinary Tract Infection happened in male and females but more common in females. Why in women? Because women have urethra or lined with sphincter muscle shorter than man. When a bacterium gets into the urine and gets in…
URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS Abstract UTI is one of the most common infection to affect people all around the world in today's world, putting a huge load on the health care system cost wise. Because this problem is so common and so significant in routine clinical practice, a high level of diagnostic accuracy is essential. The urinary tract infection (UTI) which involves urethra, bladder or kidneys can be infected, the majority of UTI are not serious and can be treated by antibiotics but if not…
secondary method. Retrograde pyelography is mostly used to examine lacerations of the ureter. It generally necessitates a universal painkilling, and may end in the introduction of germs. The test can help discover what is the basis of the patient’s urinary issue. It can recognize obstacles such as tumors or tapering in the kidneys. It is habitually done if other examinations have been unconvincing. The test should expectantly give…