Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) occur when bacteria enter the urinary system, most commonly affecting the bladder. While more common in women, anyone can develop a UTI. Prompt treatment is essential to prevent the infection from spreading to the kidneys. Most UTIs are easily treated with antibiotics and hydration.
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Burning sensation when urinating
- Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
- Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
- Blood in urine (hematuria)
- Fever or back pain (if infection spreads to kidneys)
- Antibiotic medications to clear the infection
- Increased fluid intake to help flush bacteria
- Pain relief medications for discomfort
- Preventive antibiotics in recurrent UTI cases
- Follow-up care if symptoms persist or recur
- Bacterial entry via the urethra (most often E. coli)
- Sexual activity
- Poor hygiene habits
- Urinary retention or incomplete bladder emptying
- Use of catheters
- Hormonal changes (e.g., menopause)
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Symptoms
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Burning sensation when urinating
- Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
- Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
- Blood in urine (hematuria)
- Fever or back pain (if infection spreads to kidneys)
Causes
- Bacterial entry via the urethra (most often E. coli)
- Sexual activity
- Poor hygiene habits
- Urinary retention or incomplete bladder emptying
- Use of catheters
- Hormonal changes (e.g., menopause)
Treatments
- Antibiotic medications to clear the infection
- Increased fluid intake to help flush bacteria
- Pain relief medications for discomfort
- Preventive antibiotics in recurrent UTI cases
- Follow-up care if symptoms persist or recur
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