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What is Urinary
Tract Infection?
Urinary Tract Infection is a bacterial infection that occurs when a naturally-present bacterium E.coli (Escherichia coli) enters the urinary tract through the urethra — a tube responsible for draining urine through the penis. E.coli can also overgrow in the kidney or bladder causing UTIs.
There are up to 250 million cases of UTI every year, which makes it the most common bacterial infection in the world. Although it’s more common in females, men are also prone to this infectious disease.Suffering pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen when urinating could mean you have a Urinary Tract Infection or UTI. The reason UTI is less common in men is due to the size of their urethra. The bacteria cannot spread as quickly and easily in men’s urethra as in women’s.
In men, UTIs are common as they age. Older men are more likely to build non-cancerous prostate enlargement. This enlargement compresses the bladder neck making it difficult to urinate. When the bladder doesn’t empty, the bacteria that flush out begin to overgrow.
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Symptoms of
Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection
- An almost constant urge to urinate.
- Frequent peeing.
- A tingling orburning sensation while emptying your bladder or after (dysuria).
- Passing small amounts of urine despite an empty bladder.
- Discolored, dark, bright pink, or reddish urine (hematuria).
- Cloudy urine with pungent odor.
- Low-grade fever.
- Discomfort or pain in the pelvic region.
- Trouble passing urine particularly if you have a prostate problem.
- Vomiting or nausea
- Fever
- Lower back pain
- Pain on the side of the back
- chills
Types of UTIs
- Uncomplicated UTIs or cystitis affect the lower urinary tract. It’s called bladder infection. Doctors treat this infection with antibiotics and people recover in days or weeks.
- UTIs are categorized as complicated when they occur in men, pregnant women, older adults, immunocompromised people, people with recurring UTIs and those who use a catheter.
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Causes Of UTI
UTIs may occur through sexually transmitted diseases or infections in the urinary tract. They apply to your bladder, kidneys, ureters, or urethra.
UTI Risk Factors
You can only go so far to control UTI risk factors. If you can avoid these scenarios, you won’t have to speak to a doctor online for UTI.
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UTI Diagnosis
- Urine Sample: The doctor examines a sample of your urine under a microscope for high white blood cell count. It indicates that your blood is combating an infection.
- Urine Culture: Urine culture helps get more information to identify the bacteria causing the UTI.
- Ultrasound: If you have a past history of urinary tract infections, the doctor will also perform an ultrasound to examine any abnormalities in the urinary tract.
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UTI Treatments
We, start your UTI online treatment with virtual doctor consultation, during which we try to ascertain the gravity of your symptoms and their underlying cause. Once that is known, your online doctor for UTI will attempt to treat it. For example, if menopause is the reason behind your infection, the primary care doctor will plan your online prescription along those lines. As for UTI treatment, because this infection is caused by bacteria, your online doctor will most likely put you on a course of antibiotics.
They may also recommend the following:
- Stay hydrated
- Treat the affected area witha heating pad.
- Eat healthy and light.
- Urinating, no matter how often the urge arises, as holding it in may worsen the burning sensation
The duration of treatment and choice of antibacterial drug depends on urine tests and the patient’s history. The sensitivity test helps the doctor in determining the right drug. If the infection isn’t complicated, it cures in one or two days. However, it’s better to complete the antibiotic course.
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What Might Cause You to Request a Virtual Doctor for UTI?
According to family care doctors, UTIs can spread and even lead to sepsis in severe cases. Therefore, they recommend UTI online treatment, not just for the unbearable pain they cause but also for your own wellbeing.
The most obvious symptoms of a UTI are:
- An almost constant urge to urinate.
- A burning sensation while emptying your bladder.
- Passing small amounts of urine despite an empty bladder.
- Discolored, dark, bright pink, or reddish urine.
- Pungent urine
- Discomfort or pain in the pelvic region.
What Happens During A Virtual
Doctor Appointment for UTI?
We start your UTI online treatment with virtual doctor consultation, during which we try to ascertain the gravity of your symptoms and their underlying cause. Once that is known, your general practitioner will attempt to treat it. For example, if menopause is the reason behind your infection, the primary care doctor will plan your online prescription along those lines.
As for UTI treatment, because this infection is caused by bacteria, your family care doctor will most likely put you on a course of antibiotics.
They may also recommend the following:
- Stay hydrated
- Treat the affected area with a heating pad.
- Eat healthy and light.
- Urinating, no matter how often the urge arises, as holding it in may worsen the burning sensation.
Make a Virtual Doctor Appointment for UTI at TelMDCare
If your urinalysis brought forth a positive diagnosis, you need to start treatment immediately. With TelMDCare, you can schedule and attend your doctor’s appointment online. The video consultation costs everyone across the board a grand total of $43 and comes with a bonus follow-up.
No matter what your condition, we guarantee that you will have the best doctor on call for a consultation & prescription, and to provide you with a medical certificate in case you need to request a formal leave.
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FAQS About UTIs in Men
Does drinking water help in relieving UTI pain?
Yes. UTIs are painful and home remedies such as drinking water and using heating pads can flush out bacteria from the urinary tract.
Are there infectious organisms in urine?
Urine is naturally sterile.
Is UTI a fatal disease?
Yes and no. Recurring UTIs can affect the kidneys, leading to renal failure.
Do I need to see a specialist for UTI?
Yes. You can see a urologist for a diagnosis and routine examination ordered by your physicians. Alternatively, you can treat UTI with antibiotics prescribed by a primary care provider such as our telemedicine doctors. For repeated UTIs, you should see a specialist.