A bladder infection is inflammation or irritation of the bladder, typically caused by bacteria. Your doctor may also refer to this as cystitis or a urinary tract infection (UTI) in your bladder. This ...

If you're among the millions of women suffering from interstitial cystitis, a bladder disorder characterized by intense discomfort, you may have struggled for years to find the right treatment. For ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am looking for some clarification on cystitis glandularis. My 53-year-old son was recently diagnosed with this condition. He has been experiencing urinary frequency/urgency for more ...

Findings in patients with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome can help with diagnosis of interstitial cystitis subtypes. (HealthDay News) — For patients with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain ...

Elise Kozal spent the better part of her college years with a burning bladder and urethra—a sensation that would send her to the bathroom constantly only to feel, frustratingly, as if she could never ...

BKPyV infection is often asymptomatic or mild during childhood, but may leave a lasting impact on cancer risk. In A Nutshell Nearly all adults (95%) carry BK polyomavirus from childhood infections ...

3D illustration of a virus infection (coronavirus, viral pneumonia or influenza) and the risks of complications for the urinary system (kidneys,bladder,ureter). Front view. Isolated on black ...

UTIs may cause neurological symptoms, especially in older adults. It can also worsen symptoms in people with neurological conditions. Diagnosing and treating the UTI may help prevent serious ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In ...

Individuals with lupus may be at a higher risk of developing interstitial cystitis, a chronic condition characterized by inflammation, pain, and pressure in the bladder. Interstitial cystitis, also ...

Bladder cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the United States and the 10th leading cause of cancer deaths. Many treatments can be used for bladder cancer, and the kind of ...

A diagnosis of adenocarcinoma of the bladder requires careful and specialized care. Because it is rare, it is essential to be treated by a multidisciplinary team, including a urologic oncologist, ...