Common symptoms include painful urination and lower pelvis pressure.
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that can occur in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. Males and females of all ages can have a UTI, but they do appear more frequently in women. The good news is due to the infection’s common nature, doctors can pretty easily diagnose and treat a UTI.
One of the most well-known and obvious symptoms of a UTI is localized pain during urination, however, there are other signs to watch for.
If you experience symptoms of a UTI, it’s important to seek care to prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of your body.
When bacteria enter the urinary tract, infection can occur, causing a range of symptoms, which is why you should note these causes.
Of course, there are good and bad bacteria, so maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help you notice irregularities in narrowing down causes of discomfort.
To diagnose a UTI, your primary care doctor will do a physical examination and then determine if you need further testing. For example, they may use a urine sample to get a urinalysis that checks nitrites and white blood cells or a urine culture that checks present bacteria. While these tests may sound similar, a urine culture helps indicate the best treatment.
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A variety of antibiotics including the following are typically prescribed to treat UTIs since the body can develop resistance.
If you become prone to UTIs or simply want to prevent them, there are some proactive measures you can take.
Schneck Primary Care is here to help keep your urinary system running smoothly. While a UTI may be painful, thankfully it is treatable. Talk to your provider about solutions that make sense for your body.