Bladder Disorders Flashcards
What is the most common bacteria to be present in Cystitis?
E. coli
Who is more predisposed to Cystitis?
females partaking in sexual intercourse with a previous UTI
What are the 3 most common symptoms for cystitis?
Dysuria
Low Urine Output
Urinary urgency
What test would you use to diagnose Cystitis in lab?
Urinary analysis
In Lab, what is elevated with Cystitis?
Leukocyte esterase
Nitrites
How would you treat Cystitis?
antibiotics 3-10 days
What supplement is superior to clearing out the E. coli other than cranberry for Cystitis?
D-Mannose
What is a chronic condition causing bladder pressure, bladder pain and sometimes pelvic pain?
Interstitial Cystitis
What is another name for Interstitial Cystitis?
Painful Bladder syndrome
What is the key factor in the bladder with Interstitial Cystitis?
Damage to glycosaminoglycan mucus layer, increasing bladder wall permeability to irritants
What are signs and symptoms of Interstitial Cystitis?
pelvic pain
urgency
frequency
nocturia
What type of exam is recommended when considering interstitial cystitis?
Rectal exam
Is there any cure for Interstitial Cystitis? Management?
Cure: No
Management: NSAIDs
What is the 5th most common cancer in the U.S.?
Bladder Cancer
What are the most common risk factors of Bladder Cancer?
Cigarette smoking
Family History
Advancing age
