«The skin in the vagina and
urethra changes quite a bit,» says Dr. Carusi.
Not exact matches
The presence of an antigen or microorganisms in the urinary tract — the ureters, bladder, and
urethra — can lead to inflammatory
changes.
Males have a penis and testicles as part of their reproductive system (the
urethra therefore also slightly
changes their anatomical position).
Stones located in the
urethra or the ureters (the tubes that connect the kidney to the bladder), typically must be removed surgically along with any stones that don't dissolve despite dietary
changes and medical management.
If your male cat has repeat episodes of this problem that diet and lifestyle
changes can not control, a surgical procedure called a perineal urethrostomy can sometimes be performed that vents the urine from your pet's bladder and
urethra before it passes through its penis where the blockages are usually located.