Urological Conditions

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun self-restraint, especially in the area of desires and passions

  • The monk's continence was evident in his strict adherence to his vows of celibacy.
  • She admired his continence in resisting the temptation to eat the last slice of cake.
  • I can't believe his continence when it comes to avoiding junk food.
  • Her continence in the face of adversity was truly inspiring to all who knew her.

noun lack of self-restraint, especially in terms of bodily functions such as urination or defecation

  • The patient's incontinence requires regular monitoring and management by healthcare professionals.
  • She was embarrassed by her incontinence issues and didn't want to talk about it with anyone.
  • I heard that drinking too much coffee can lead to incontinence problems.
  • The incontinence of the company's spending habits eventually led to its financial downfall.

noun a medical term referring to painful or difficult urination

  • The patient presented with symptoms of dysuria, indicating a possible urinary tract infection.
  • My friend is complaining of dysuria and thinks it might be a UTI.
  • I hate dealing with dysuria, it's so uncomfortable.
  • The dysuria of dealing with a difficult coworker can be just as draining as a physical ailment.

noun the branch of medicine dealing with the study and treatment of diseases and disorders of the male reproductive system

  • The study of male reproductive health is known as andrology.
  • My friend is studying andrology in college.
  • I heard andrology is all about men's private parts.
  • In the world of andrology, understanding male fertility is key.

noun a tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder

  • The ureter is a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
  • I heard that the doctor found a blockage in my ureter.
  • My ureter is giving me so much trouble, I can't wait to get it fixed.
  • The ureter of communication between the two departments was crucial for the project's success.