Glossary

Cystitis

Cystitis

Blasenentzündung·Also: Zystitis

A bladder infection is an inflammation of the urinary bladder, usually caused by bacteria. Typical symptoms are a frequent urge to urinate, burning when passing water and pain in the lower abdomen. Women are affected considerably more often.

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