30/12/2021
Urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms
Urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms can be frightening and a cause for concern. Some people who have a UTI don't have any symptoms. Sometimes a doctor may diagnose a UTI based on the description of the patient's symptoms and ruling out other potential causes. The following slides describe common UTI symptoms in women and men.
Painful urination
Bacteria that grow in the bladder (cystitis) or urethra can cause pain and make it difficult to urinate. People who have UTIs commonly report feeling a burning sensation upon urination.
Frequent urination
Urinating more frequently than usual or feeling the need to urinate more frequently are common symptoms of a UTI. Sometimes the urge to urinate is so strong it awakens people at night. In addition to frequent urination at night, an inability to hold urine in the bladder can also be a UTI symptom.
Urine color and clarity
A UTI may be associated with a change in the appearance and odor of urine. Urine may be cloudy due to pus or tinged red due to blood. It's not uncommon for urine to be foul-smelling with a UTI. A urine color chart may be used to help determine if you have a urinary problem like a UTI.
Pain and pressure
Men and women with UTIs may experience pain in certain areas. In men affected by UTIs, pain or a feeling of pressure may occur in the re**um. In women with UTIs, the p***c bone area is potentially painful.
Hesitancy to urinate
An inability to completely empty the bladder can be a symptom of a UTI. Difficulty urinating or a strong urge to urinate accompanied by just a small release of urine are also potential symptoms of a UTI.
Generalized urinary tract infection (UTI) symptoms
A UTI may produce symptoms outside of the urinary tract. Weakness and tiredness may be UTI symptoms. If a UTI is in the bladder or urethra, fever may not be present. If the infection has reached the blood or kidneys, it's more likely fever will occur.
Urinary tract infection (UTI) in infants
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