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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Urinary Tract Infection in Durham, NC
Your urinary system includes your bladder, ureter, kidneys, and ureters. You can develop a urinary tract infection in any part of the system. However, most infections occur in the urethra or bladder. These infections often happen more in women and often result in pain, particularly when urinating. If you have signs of an infection, it's time to get a consultation at New Hope Urgent Care. Dr. Arjumand Syed offers urinary tract infection care in Durham, NC, and he can help you get to the root of the problem.
Causes
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, often happen when some form of bacteria gets into the urinary tract, often through the urethra, and spreads to the bladder.
These infections are common in women because the location of the urethra is so close to the anus, making it easy for bacteria near the anus to enter the urinary tract. The problem can also be a complication of sexual intercourse, especially with multiple partners, certain types of birth control, or the spread of STDs.
People who need a catheter while in the hospital or because of an underlying health issue can also face a higher risk. The catheter's insertion can introduce bacteria into the system.
Symptoms
If you have a UTI, you may feel a strong urge to urinate, even when you don't need to. Urination may be uncomfortable and come with a burning feeling. You may have to go often, even when only passing a small amount of urine. Pay attention to the appearance of your urine, as it may look cloudy. In addition, pink, red, or cola colors may indicate blood. You may also notice that your urine has a stronger odor than normal. Infection often results in physical pain in the pelvic area.
An infection in the kidneys may cause a high fever, shaking, chills, vomiting, nausea, and back or side pain. If the infection is in the urethra, you may have a burning feeling when urinating and discharge.
Treatment
When you visit Dr. Syed for urinary tract infection care in Durham, NC, he will take a urine sample to culture to prescribe antibiotics. The type that he prescribes depends upon the type of bacteria causing the infection. Even if you begin to feel better, you should use the entire course of your antibiotics. Otherwise, the infection may return.
Practicing better hygiene can prevent future UTIs. This practice includes wiping from front to back, regularly changing period products during your menstrual cycle, drinking plenty of fluids like water to flush out bacteria from the urinary tract, and being careful with sexual partners.
Get Immediate Relief
Dr. Syed can help you with a urinary tract infection in Durham, NC. Visit New Hope Urgent Care to ease the irritation or burning you may feel. Call us at (919) 412-8431 to make an appointment today.