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What is a common cause of cystitis?
What is a common cause of cystitis?
- Viral infection
- Autoimmune injury
- Bacterial infection (correct)
- Chemical irritation
What enhances colonization and resistance to host defenses in the urinary tract?
What enhances colonization and resistance to host defenses in the urinary tract?
- High osmolality of urine
- Acidic pH of urine
- Formation of biofilms (correct)
- Mucus in the urinary tract
What is a characteristic of uncomplicated UTIs?
What is a characteristic of uncomplicated UTIs?
- Normal urinary system (correct)
- Presence of urinary system defects
- Obstructive uropathies
- Chronic kidney injury
What may cause abscess formation and scarring in the kidneys?
What may cause abscess formation and scarring in the kidneys?
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What protects against urinary tract infection by activating the immune response?
What protects against urinary tract infection by activating the immune response?
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Study Notes
Urinary Tract Infections
- A common cause of cystitis is bacterial infection, particularly by Escherichia coli (E. coli).
- The presence of type 1 fimbriae and P fimbriae on the surface of bacterial cells enhances colonization and resistance to host defenses in the urinary tract.
- A characteristic of uncomplicated UTIs is that they typically occur in healthy individuals with a normal urinary tract and respond well to antibiotic treatment.
- Untreated or severe UTIs may cause abscess formation and scarring in the kidneys, leading to chronic kidney disease.
- The immune response, which is activated by the presence of certain bacterial antigens, protects against urinary tract infection by recognizing and eliminating pathogens.
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Test your knowledge of urinary tract infections (UTIs) with this quiz. Explore the causes, types, and host defenses against UTIs. Evaluate your understanding of the urinary system and its role in preventing and combating UTIs.
