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A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection that can happen anywhere along the urinary tract. Urinary tract infections have different names, depending on what part of the urinary tract is infected. Bladder - an i... |
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Basic Info
Symptoms
The symptoms of a bladder infection include: Cloudy or bloody urine, which may have a foul or strong odor; Low fever...
Causes
Urinary tract infections are caused by germs, usually bacteria that enter the urethra and then the bladder. This can...
Tests
A urine sample is usually collected to perform the following tests: Urinalysis is done to look for white blood cells,...
Treatments
Your doctor must first decide whether you have a mild or simple bladder or kidney infection, or whether your infection...
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. After menopause, a woman may use estrogen cream in the vagina area to...
Doctor Specialties
Contact your health care provider if you have symptoms of a UTI. Call right away if the following symptoms develop: Back...
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