ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these conditions means no urine output?
A
Oligouria
B
Anuria
C
Dysuria
D
Polyuria
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Anuria, sometimes called anuresis, refers to the lack of urine production. This can happen as a result of conditions like shock, severe blood loss and failure of your heart or kidneys. It can also be due to medications or toxins. Anuria is an emergency and can be life-threatening.

Detailed explanation-2: -Anuria. No or minimal urine output. Usually < 100 mL/day in adults.

Detailed explanation-3: -Anuria is when the kidneys stop producing urine. The condition is usually the result of disease or damage to the kidneys.

Detailed explanation-4: -Anuria can lead to permanent kidney damage, which can be fatal. The risk is greater in cases of acute kidney failure.

Detailed explanation-5: -Anuria itself is a symptom, not a disease. It is often associated with other symptoms of kidney failure, such as lack of appetite, weakness, nausea and vomiting. These are mostly the result of buildup of toxins in the blood which would normally be removed by healthy kidneys.

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