Urinary Tract Infection: Symptoms, causes, treatment…

 

(UTIs) are common infections that happen when bacteria often from the skin or rectum, enter the urethra and infect the urinary Tract.

The infections can affect several parts of the urinary tract but the most common types are:

1. bladder infection (Cystitis)

2. Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)

Symptoms Of Urinary Tract Infection

1. Pain or burning while urinating
2. Frequent urination
3. Feeling the need to urinate despite having an empty bladder
4. Bloody Urine
5. Pressure cramping in the lower abdomen.

Causes Of Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are usually caused by bacteria from poo entering the urinary tract. The bacteria enter through the tube that carries pee out of the body (urethra).

Women have a shorter urethra than men, this means bacteria are more likely to reach the bladder or kidneys and cause an infection.

Prevention Of Urinary Tract Infection.
1. Drink enough water

2. Wipe from front to Back

3. Drink cranberry juice

Treatment of UTI

Antibiotics usually are the first treatment for urinary tract Infections. Your Health and the type of bacteria found in your urine determine which medicine is used and how long you need to take it.

Can Urinary Tract Infection Be Cured At Home

Sometimes; you can get rid of a UTI naturally by resting, drinking lots of water, taking a dietary supplement and giving the infections some time to heal.

Complications of UTIP

1. Permanent damage to the kidneys

 

Albert Donkor