Urinary Tract Infection Symptoms And Prevention Tips

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A urinary tract infection can be very painful. It can leave you running to the bathroom over and over again, which can dig into your day. If you don't have access to a bathroom all day, you could end up with even more problems. If you are in pain and aren't sure if you have a urinary tract infection or something else, read on for signs to look for as well as tips to prevent an infection again.

Pain Or Discomfort

If you have pain while urinating, it could be an infection. You may feel a burning sensation or feel like you need to expel more urine, which may feel uncomfortable as opposed to feeling painful. You may also feel pain in your lower back in your kidney area. You may also feel pain further up your back or in your sides as well. 

Frequent Urination

If you feel like you need to urinate often but aren't able to expel much urine, it may be due to an infection. You may only be able to get a little bit of urine out each time you go to the bathroom and may feel the need to go quite often. 

Fever

If you are running a fever along with the other symptoms above, it may be due to an infection. You may feel feverish and achy all over. You may also feel other flu-like symptoms including shakiness, tiredness, and a general feeling of being unwell. 

Changes In Urine

If your urine is dark or cloudy or has blood in it, it may be due to a urinary tract infection. If you noticed a change in your urine, it may be due to the infection. Blood in your urine may be a sign of a few different things as well. If you spot blood in your urine, get your urine tested and get treated to prevent further issues.

Preventing A Urinary Tract Infection

You can prevent a urinary tract infection by preventing bacteria from spreading to your urethra by washing your hands often and wiping from front to back always. Never hold your urine in, and drink plenty of water to help flush toxins from your system. After having sexual intercourse, be sure to shower and cleanse thoroughly to prevent bacteria from causing an infection. For children, don't give bubble baths too often and be sure to clean diaper-wearing children thoroughly.

If you have a painful urinary tract infection, visit your local urgent care facility for a proper diagnosis and for treatment.


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