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urinary

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adjective

Pronunciation

UK

  • /jˈɔːrɪnəri/

US

  • /ˈjɜrəˌnɛri/

Description

The word "urinary" refers to anything related to urine, the liquid waste your body makes. It often comes up in health and medical talk. You might hear "urinary tract infection" (UTI) when someone has an infection in the bladder or nearby parts of the system, or "urinary frequency," which means needing to pee often. Doctors use this word when talking about how the body stores and removes urine. Think of it as a useful label for this part of the body's everyday work.

Examples

  1. 1

    Medical diagnosis

    The doctor said I might have a urinary tract infection.

    • Domain

      urinary tract infection

      an infection in the system that carries urine, often called a UTI

  2. 2

    Medication side effects

    Tell your doctor if you notice any urinary problems while taking this medicine.

  3. 3

    Medical treatment

    The clinic offers treatment for urinary incontinence in older adults.

    • Domain

      urinary incontinence

      not being able to fully control when you pass urine

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • urinaryadjective