Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection of the urinary tract and is one of the most common infections, especially in women. Approximately half of all women will experience at least one urinary tract infection in their lifetime. The infection most often affects the bladder (cystitis), but in some cases, it can spread to the kidneys.
Urinary tract infections in women can often be treated based on symptoms alone, which makes video consultation well-suited for this condition.
Symptoms
- Stinging and burning during urination
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying
- Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
- Lower abdominal pain
- Blood in the urine
- In case of pyelonephritis: fever, flank pain, and general malaise
When should you contact a doctor?
- Stinging and frequent urination that does not subside
- Blood in the urine
- Fever along with urinary tract symptoms
- Pain in the lower back or flank
- Repeated urinary tract infections
- Symptoms in men, children, or pregnant women
- Symptoms that do not improve after starting treatment
Treatment
Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women are treated with a short course of antibiotics. It is important to drink plenty of fluids to flush bacteria out of the urinary tract. Pain relievers can be used as needed. A doctor at Eyr can assess your symptoms, prescribe antibiotics, and provide advice on prevention. In case of repeated infections, the doctor may suggest further investigation.
