Urinate
Urinate
Urinate (pronounced: yoo-ri-neyt) is a term used in the medical field to describe the process of expelling urine from the body. It is a vital part of the body's waste disposal and water regulation systems.
Etymology
The term "urinate" comes from the Latin word "urinare", which means to plunge under water or to dive. In the medical context, it refers to the act of expelling urine from the body.
Process
Urination is a complex process involving various parts of the body, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. The kidneys filter waste products and excess water from the blood to form urine. This urine then travels down the ureters to the bladder, where it is stored until the body is ready to expel it. When urinating, the muscles in the bladder contract, pushing the urine out through the urethra.
Related Terms
- Urine: The liquid waste product that is expelled from the body during urination.
- Micturition: Another term for urination, often used in a clinical or scientific context.
- Incontinence: A condition where a person is unable to control their urination.
- Dysuria: Pain or discomfort during urination.
- Polyuria: Excessive or abnormally large production or passage of urine.
- Nocturia: The need to wake and urinate during the night.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): An infection in any part of the urinary system, which can sometimes cause painful urination.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Urinate
- Wikipedia's article - Urinate
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