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bladder sphincter

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Bladder sphincter
The outlet that releases urine into the urethra.
Mentioned in: Urinary Incontinence

bladder sphincter
Etymology: AS, blaedre + Gk, sphingein, to bind
a circular muscle surrounding the opening of the urinary bladder into the urethra.


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He then told me that the scar tissue was only one millimeter from the bladder sphincter and one mistake, one slip, and the damage would be irreparable.
Depending on the child's pattern of symptoms, a homeopath may prescribe any of the following remedies for enuresis: Causticum for the child with loss of bladder sphincter muscle control; Phosphorus for the child who is thirsty and wants cold, icy drinks; Equisetum, which is high in silica, for the child who has nightmares; Pulsatilla for the shy, clingy child who needs affection and attention; or Sepia for the child with poor bladder sphincter control who wets the bed upon falling asleep.
 
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