cystitis

Microbiology

(noun)

Cystitis is a urinary bladder inflammation that can result from any one of a number of distinct syndromes. It is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection in which case it is referred to as a urinary tract infection.

Related Terms

  • bacteriostatic
  • bactericidal

(noun)

An inflammation of the urinary bladder.

Related Terms

  • bacteriostatic
  • bactericidal
Physiology

(noun)

inflammation of the urinary bladder

Related Terms

  • bladder cancer
  • urothelium

Examples of cystitis in the following topics:

  • Cystitis

    • Traumatic cystitis is probably the most common form of cystitis in the female.
    • Eosinophilic cystitis (EC) is a rare form of cystitis that is diagnosed via biopsy.
    • Some consider it a form of interstitial cystitis.
    • Cystitis cystica is a chronic cystitis glandularis accompanied by the formation of cysts.
    • Differentiate among the distinct types of cystitis: traumatic, interstitial, eosinophilic, hemorrhagic cystitis, and cystitis cystica, recognizing their causes and risk factors
  • Biofilms, Persisters, and Antibiotic Tolerance

    • ., cystitis, endocarditis, urinary tract infections, gingivitis, dental plaque, and other yet to be identified conditions).
  • Prostatitis

    • It usually causes intermittent urinary tract infections (UTIs) which can lead to cystitis.
  • Adherence

    • The Dr family of adhesins are particularly associated with cystitis and pregnancy-associated pyelonephritis.
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer

    • These signs and symptoms are not specific to bladder cancer, and are also caused by non-cancerous conditions, including prostate infections, over-active bladder, and cystitis.
  • Bacterial Differentiation

    • However, the filamentous members of some communities have vital roles in the population's continued existence, since the filamentous phenotype can confer protection against lethal environments.Filamentous E. coli can be up to 70 µm in length and has been identified as playing an important role in pathogenesis in human cystitis.
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

    • When it affects the lower urinary tract it is known as a bladder infection (cystitis); when it affects the upper urinary tract it is known as kidney infection (pyelonephritis).
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