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Other risk factors of cystitis (part 5)

Other risk factors of cystitis (part 5)

Risk factors in both men and women include:• Interference with the flow of urine: This can occur in conditions such as a stone in the bladder or, in men, an enlarged prostate....

 May. 26
Risk factors of cystitis (part 4)

Risk factors of cystitis (part 4)

Some people are more likely than others to develop bladder infections or recurrent urinary tract infections. Women are one such group. A key reason is physical anatomy. Women have a shorter urethra, which cuts down on the distance bacteria must travel to reach the bladder.Women a...

 May. 25

More causes of cystitis (part 3)

More causes of cystitis (part 3) Noninfectious cystitis:Although bacterial infections are the most common cause of cystitis, a number of noninfectious factors also may cause the bladder to become inflamed. Some ex...

May. 24

Causes of cystitis (part 2)

Causes of cystitis (part 2) Your urinary system includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. All play a role in removing waste from your body. Your kidneys — a pair of bean-shaped organs located...

May. 23