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Symptoms of Bladder Problems & Conditions

The bladder, kidneys, ureters and urethra are vital parts of the urinary system, which is responsible for filtering and expelling waste material from the body.

  1. Cystitis

    • Cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder, is most common in women.

    Urinary Tract Infections

    • A urinary tract infection is a condition affecting the kidneys, bladder or urethra. According to James F. Balch, M.D., "nearly 85 percent of all urinary tract infections are caused by E. coli bacterium."

    Bladder Infection

    • A bladder infection often causes painful and frequent urination. When the bladder is infected, urine may have a strong odor and appear cloudy.

    Risk Factors

    • Factors that increase the risk of developing a bladder infection include pregnancy, sexual intercourse, diaphragm use and diabetes.

    Bladder Cancer

    • According to the American Cancer Society, men get bladder cancer four times more often than women. Possible risk factors include smoking, exposure to industrial chemicals and arsenic in drinking water.

    Prevention/Solution

    • Cranberry is a popular herbal remedy for bladder infection.

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