Urinary tract infection

 

Urinary tract infection

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Pain or burning when urinating? 

 

Antibiotics treat UTI. Your doctor can determine if you have a urinary tract infection and what antibiotics you need.

 

What is a (UTI)?

A urinary tract infection is a common infection that occurs when bacteria enter the urethra, often through the skin or rectum, and infect the urinary tract. Infections can affect multiple parts of the urinary tract, but the most common is inflammation of the bladder (cystitis).

Risk factor

Some people have an increased risk of getting a urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infections are more common in women because their urethra is shorter and closer to the rectum.

 

Older UTIs

sexual intercourse

Changes in the bacteria that live in the vagina or in the vaginal flora. For example, menopause and the use of spermicides can cause changes in these bacteria.

pregnancy

Age (older people and young children are more susceptible to urinary tract infections)

Structural problems in the urinary tract, such as B. Enlarged prostate

Poor hygiene, such as children using toilets

Symptoms

Pain or burning when urinating

Frequent urination

want to urinate even though the bladder is empty

hematuria

Symptoms of a kidney infection may include:

heat

cold

Lower back pain or side pain in the back

nausea or vomiting

Younger children may not be able to tell what the symptoms of UTI are. Fever is the most common symptom of UTI in infants and young children, but most children who have a fever do not have a UTI. If you are concerned that your child may have a urinary tract infection, talk to your doctor.

When to seek medical help

Talk to your doctor if you have symptoms of a urinary tract infection or if you have symptoms that are serious or worrying.

                                   

Most urinary tract infections can be treated with home antibiotics prescribed by a healthcare professional. However, in some cases, hospital treatment may be necessary.

 

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Process

Doctors determine whether a person has a urinary tract infection in the following ways:

listen to symptoms    

conduct a physical examination

Order a urine test if needed

Bacteria cause urinary tract infections and antibiotics treat them. However, with every antibiotic you take, side effects can occur. Side effects include rash, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, and yeast infection. More serious side effects include antibiotic-resistant infections and C. Call your doctor if you experience side effects while taking antibiotics.

 

Other disorders, such as sexually transmitted diseases, can cause symptoms similar to urinary tract infections. A doctor can determine if a urinary tract infection or other condition is causing your symptoms and determine the best treatment.

 

How to feel better

If your doctor prescribes antibiotics:

Do not share antibiotics with others.

Do not save antibiotics for later. Talk to your doctor about the safe disposal of leftover antibiotics.

Drink plenty of water and other liquids. Doctors may also recommend drugs to relieve pain and discomfort. If you have questions about antibiotics, ask your doctor.

 

Prevention

You can prevent urinary tract infections by doing the following:

Urination after intercourse. Stay hydrated.

Shower instead of bathing.

Minimize cleaning agents, sprays or powders in the genital area.

Teach a girl to wipe her toilet paper from front to back.