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URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS (UTI) OR CYSTITIS

Posted by Dr.Trupti on Thu, 30 Sep 2010

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Urinary tract infections affect the bladder. But some cases it may involve the kidneys, ureters and the urethra. It is also known as cystitis. COMMON SYMPTOMS-Urgency to urinate even when the bladder is not fullPain or burning sensation while urinatingSmall amounts of blood may be accompanied while urinating Most of the urinary tract infections are caused by E.coli bacteria.Another cause of UTI is Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted organism. Women are more susceptible to UTIs than men because the... Read More

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srmcurology 03 Oct 10 5:38 AM The short urethra (urinary tube from outside to inside of the bladder) in females make them more prone to urinary tract infections. Also older women who are post-menopausal may suffer from what is called Urethral stenosis - a condition not frequently even the general doctor is aware of can cause recurrent UTI. So visit a Urologist to find the right cure.