Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections occur when bacteria enter your urinary system. These bacteria can specifically enter through the urethra, which is the tube connecting the bladder to the outside of your body. In males, the urethra opening is on the penis, while in females, it is located above the vaginal opening. The most commonly infected parts of the urinary system are the urethra and the bladder, and usually, the bacteria causing the infection originate from the rectum or your skin.
Symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infections
To determine if you have a urinary tract infection (UTI), it’s important to be aware of its common symptoms. These typically include frequent and painful urination, often described as a burning sensation during urination. You may also experience persistent pain in your side or lower back, indicating the infection’s presence in the urinary system.
Beyond these primary discomforts, UTIs can manifest in various ways. Sometimes called a urethra infection, the most commonly infected parts of the urinary system are the urethra and the bladder. Symptoms can vary but often point to irritation and inflammation in these areas due to bacterial presence.
Urinary Tract Infections Treatment
Urinary tract infections are primarily treated with antibiotics. Your doctor will carefully choose the best type of antibiotic for your specific infection and will advise you on the appropriate duration for which you need to take it. These choices are based on several factors including your medical history, the specific symptoms you are experiencing, and the type of bacteria identified as infecting your urinary tract. You may begin to feel better within just a few days of starting antibiotics for your UTI. However, even if you’re feeling better, it’s critically important to take the full course of medicine prescribed by your doctor, as stopping early can lead to more difficult-to-treat infections from antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
In more severe cases, urinary tract infections may require hospitalization. Here, you can receive antibiotics intravenously (by IV) to fight off the infection more rapidly and effectively. If you experience recurring UTIs, your doctor may order additional tests to see if a structural issue in the urinary tract is contributing to your infections. Depending on the findings, you may be advised to take antibiotics when symptoms first occur, after sexual activity, or to take a low dose for a longer period of time as a preventative measure. Furthermore, if you’ve reached menopause, the treatment for your UTI may include the use of vaginal estrogen cream, which can help restore the natural balance of bacteria in the urinary tract.
Symptoms We Treat
Hometown Urgent Care treats a variety of illnesses, infections, and diseases along with their associated symptoms. If you’re feeling uncomfortable or unwell, our dedicated medical team is prepared to deliver a personalized and tailored treatment plan to help you get better, faster. This list contains our most commonly treated illnesses and symptoms. If you’re experiencing an illness not listed or are unsure of the source of your discomfort, visit a Hometown Urgent Care location near you.
This list contains are most frequently treated injuries. If you are experiencing pain from an injury not listed or are unsure of the source of your discomfort, you can contact us.
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