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Urinary Tract Infection

What is Urinary Tract Infection?

  • A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection affecting any part of the urinary system — kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra.
  • Most UTIs involve the lower urinary tract, especially the bladder and urethra.
  • Women are more likely to develop UTIs than men due to anatomical differences.
  • UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra and multiply in the bladder.

Types of Urinary Tract Infection

  • Urethritis
  • Cystitis
  • Pyelonephritis

Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection

  • Burning sensation during urination
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Passing small amounts of urine
  • Cloudy or bloody urine
  • Pelvic pain or pressure

Diagnosis of Urinary Tract Infection

  • Urine analysis
  • Urine culture (detect bacteria)
  • Imaging tests (in recurrent or severe cases)

Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection

  • Antibiotics (main therapy)
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