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Stones in the Urinary tract (Kidney, Ureter, Bladder and urethra) are one of the most common afflictions of the developing world with an estimated prevalence of 8-10%. Most common age at presentation is fourth to sixth decade and males are more commonly affected. Anatomy: Urine is produced in the kidneys and is carried to the […]...
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UTIs are considered to be the most common bacterial infection and are more common in females. Nearly 30% of women will have had a symptomatic UTI by 24 years of age and almost half of all women will experience a UTI during their lifetime. Women are at a higher risk of infection due to shorter […]...
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Hematuria is the presence of blood in urine and can be either gross(visible to naked eye) or microscopic(seen only on urine microscopy). Blood in urine is alarming to the patient and warrants a visit to the urologist. The important causes of hematuria are: Infection: Urinary tract infection can occur in both the genders and at […]...