Urinary Tract Infection

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Urinary Tract Infection

UTI is bacterial infection of the urinary tract. Uncomplicated (cystitis): healthy non-pregnant women. Complicated: men, pregnancy, catheter, structural abnormality, immunocompromised.

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The urinary system is the body's drainage system for removing wastes and extra water. It includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the body.You may have a UTI if you notice:Pain or burning when you urinateFever, tiredness, or shakinessAn urge to urinate oftenPressure in your lower belly Urine that smells bad or looks c…

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Urinary Tract Infections The urinary system is the body's drainage system for removing wastes and extra water. It includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the body.You may have a UTI if you notice:Pain or burning when you urinateFever, tiredness, or shakinessAn urge to urinate oftenPressure in your lower belly Urine that smells bad or looks c… Urinary Incontinence What is urinary incontinence (UI)?Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of bladder control, or being unable to control urination. It is a common condition. It can range from being a minor problem to something that greatly affects your daily life. In any case, it can get better with proper treatment.What are the types of urinary incontinence (UI)?There are several different types of UI. Each type has different sympto… Antibiotics What are antibiotics?Antibiotics are medicines that fight bacterial infections in people and animals. They work by killing the bacteria or by making it hard for the bacteria to grow and multiply.Antibiotics can be taken in different ways:Orally (by mouth). This could be pills, capsules, or liquids.Topically. This might be a cream, spray, or ointment that you put on your skin. It could also be eye ointment, eye drops… Prostate Diseases What is the prostate?The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system. It lies just below the bladder. It makes fluid that is part of semen.What are prostate diseases?There are many types of prostate diseases: Prostatitis is inflammation (swelling and pain) in the prostate gland. It's the most common type of prostate problem in people under than age 50. There are different types: Chronic prostatitis is also c…