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Urinary track infections

Some people may have bacteria in the bladder or urinary tract, but not feel any symptoms. In these cases, they can go to a doctor to get a test.

The UTI-related urinary tract infections that are more common are:

-Urinary tract infections

-Vaginal

-These are also called bladder infections or UTIs.

-More common signs and symptoms

-Symptoms of a UTI include:

-Yellow or bloody urine

-Painful, burning, or painful urination

-Difficulty urinating

-Urine often smells or tastes foul

-Some people also may have:

-Headache, lightheadedness, or dizziness

-Feeling nauseous or vomiting

-Severe pain

What causes UTI?

It's impossible to say exactly what causes UTIs, but factors like age, sex, and diet play a role. In some cases, it's an infection caused by a sexually transmitted infection. Other common causes are:

Menopause During menopause, some women may have no signs or symptoms of an infection. This infection can be caused by an overgrowth of bacteria that can cause inflammation.

Menstrual problems Menstrual changes that can lead to an infection include: Heavy bleeding with not enough bleeding to empty your bladder

Not ovulating or missing your period

No spotting or unusual bleeding that does not resolve

Menstrual cramps What are the symptoms of a UTI? There are signs and symptoms for most types of UTI. An adult woman might: Feel a sudden pain in the lower abdomen or back and have bleeding that does not stop or has no obvious cause

Be unable to urinate, or have only light to moderate flow

Have a burning or discomfort in the vagina that lasts more than 24 hours What should I do if I have a UTI? Call your doctor right away. A typical UTI lasts about 4 to 7 days, although some may be more severe. Most UTIs are harmless and will clear up on their own. To help keep your UTI from worsening, drink lots of water and eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, especially white rice and brown rice. Follow your doctor's advice about taking a pain reliever.

Other signs and symptoms of a UTI

In addition to symptoms, there are other signs and symptoms that you may experience. Here are some of them.

Stool that is hard or has a foul smell

Bloating

Dehydration

Swelling of your lower abdomen

Yellowing of your skin or eyes

Blood in your urine or stools

Pain or burning when you urinate

Pain when you urinate In severe cases of acute kidney disease, some of these symptoms can be severe and may require treatment. If you are experiencing any of these signs or symptoms, it's important to go to a doctor as soon as possible. There are a lot more conditions linked to Urology, one of the of the most common ones is incontinence, if you are struggling from incontinence, we recommend to read this incontinence treatment article.