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A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection that can happen anywhere along the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes the: Bladder; Kidneys; Ureters - the tubes that take urine from each kidney to the bladder;... |
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Symptoms
The symptoms of a bladder infection include: Cloudy urine; Foul or strong urine odor; Frequent or urgent need to urin...
Causes
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) have different names, depending on where the infection is located. Cystits, a common ...
Tests
A urine sample is usually collected. Urinalysis commonly shows white blood cells, red blood cells, and nitrates in th...
Treatments
TREATMENT AT HOME A mild urinary tract infection may go away on its own without treatment. However, antibiotics are u...
Complications
Life-threatening blood infection (sepsis) - risk is greater among the young, very old adults, and those whose bodies ...
Prevention
Lifestyle changes may help prevent some UTIs. BATHING AND HYGIENE Choose sanitary pads instead of tampons, which some...
Doctor Specialties
Contact your health care provider if you have symptoms of a UTI. Call right away if the following symptoms develop: B...
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