Symptoms of urinary tract infections include:
- Frequent urination
- Burning sensation when urination
- Cloudy urine
- Blood in urine
- Pain in the pelvic area
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that occurs in any part of the urinary system which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. In most cases, these infections are seen in the lower urinary tract i.e. the bladder and the urethra. If left untreated, UTI can spread to the kidneys and cause serious damage.
Urinary tract infections typically occur when bacteria enter into the urinary tract through the urethra and begin to multiply in number. The most common causes of UTIs include.
The following factors increase the risk of Urinary tract infections in people:
The doctor conducts the following tests and procedures to diagnose urinary tract infections:
...The doctor conducts the following tests and procedures to diagnose urinary tract infections:
The choice of treatment for urinary infections depends upon the type of bacteria found in the urine, the health of the patient and the extent up to which the infection has spread.
..The choice of treatment for urinary infections depends upon the type of bacteria found in the urine, the health of the patient and the extent up to which the infection has spread.
Treatment through medications is used to treat simple as well frequent urinary infections. If the patient has simple urinary infections, the doctor may recommend drugs like antibiotics, analgesics, Trimethoprim, Fosfomycin, Nitrofurantoin and Ciprofloxacin to relieve the symptoms. However, if the infections are frequent, the doctor recommends low-dose antibiotics or Vaginal estrogen therapy if the patient is postmenopausal.
One should consult a doctor if one experiences severe problems while urinating or if other prominent signs and symptoms of urinary tract infections are observed.
Medanta ensures expert care for its patients who are diagnosed with urinary tract infections at the Institute of Kidney and Urology. The institute is a unique resource for patients who are suffering from any disorder associated with the urinary sy..
Medanta ensures expert care for its patients who are diagnosed with urinary tract infections at the Institute of Kidney and Urology. The institute is a unique resource for patients who are suffering from any disorder associated with the urinary system, including the kidneys and prostate gland. The institute is a centre of excellence with a combination of highly trained and experienced doctors, and cutting-edge technology. The institute is one of the leading centres in the world and aims at providing supreme medical assistance at affordable prices. We take pride in having some of India’s finest experts covering every major and minor nephrology and urology speciality.
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