Cystorrhea

/ˌsɪstoʊˈriːə/ noun

Definition

An abnormal discharge or leakage of fluid from the bladder, often mucus or other secretions.

Etymology

From Greek 'kystis' (bladder) + 'rhoia' (flow). Similar to 'diarrhea' but referring to bladder discharge instead of intestinal flow.

Kelly Says

The '-rrhea' suffix appears in many medical terms (diarrhea, gonorrhea) to indicate abnormal discharge—it's come to mean specifically 'flowing where it shouldn't be'!

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