functions
Maintain stable internal environment–Remove waste products–Adjust water and electrolyte levels–Maintain correct pH
organs
Two kidneys–Two ureters–One urinary bladder–One urethra
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frequency
greater urge to urinate; no increase in total volume of urine
dysuria
difficult or painful pee
cystolith
bladder stone
nephrolith
kidney stone
URGENCY
feeling the need to urinate immediately
urinary incontinence
involuntary release of urine
nephropathy
diseased kidney
uti
infection of any organ of the urinary system; usually from bacteria; begins with cystitis and may ascend into ureters and kidneys
dialysis
removes wastes using chemically balanced solutions placed into the peritoneal cavity