Terms Related to the Urinary System

Anuria—Abnormal urinary excretion.

Bacteriuria—Bacteria in the urine.

Cystectomy—Surgery for the removal of a cyst.

Cysitis—Inflammation of the urinary bladder.

Diuresis—Increased urine output.

Diuretic—that which increases urine excretion. 

Hematuria—Blood in the urine.

Polyuria—Excessive urine output.

Uremia—A condition in which toxins usually excreted in urine remain in the blood.

Ureteritis—Inflammation of the ureter.

Urethritis—Inflammation of the urethra.

UTI—Urinary Tract Infection.