Anatomy and Physiology II Practice Test

A bladder infection is medically termed cystitis. This condition specifically refers to the inflammation of the bladder, which is often caused by a bacterial infection. Symptoms typically associated with cystitis include frequent urges to urinate, pain or burning during urination, and possible lower abdominal discomfort.

In contrast, pyelonephritis refers to an infection of the kidneys, which can occur if a bladder infection spreads upward through the urinary tract. Incontinence relates to the inability to control urination, while prostatitis is the inflammation of the prostate gland, which can lead to urinary issues as well, but is not directly related to bladder infections. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify the specific nature of cystitis as it pertains to bladder infections.