This guide deconstructs the pathophysiology of UTIs, exploring the anatomical risks in women, and the efficacy of antibiotic ...

If you've ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI) — and, really, what woman hasn't? — you know the tell-tale signs. Maybe your UTI manifested as this niggling urge to urinate that wouldn't go away, ...

Acidic cranberry juice can irritate the bladder and worsen UTI symptoms. When you have an active UTI, Gabal said, it’s more about flushing out the bacteria with water and other less bladder-irritating ...

All of this disproportionately affects the elderly. In a 2023 study of patients with a median age of 75, approximately 30% of patients with a positive urine culture actually had asymptomatic ...

The first new antibiotic for UTIs in nearly 30 years has been approved by regulators. Gepotidacin, also known as Blujepa, is ...

Urinary tract infections are common, and the risk generally increases with age. They happen when bacteria infect your urethra, bladder, or other organs in your urinary tract. In older people, UTIs ...

Diagnosing a UTI involves examining a urine sample to detect the presence of bacteria or using imaging tests to diagnose other underlying causes. Usually, experiencing symptoms prompts a doctor to ...

UTI symptoms may come and go before or shortly after starting treatment. Persistent UTI symptoms may result from incomplete or improper treatment, while new or returning symptoms could be a sign of a ...

Menopause marks a significant shift in hormones. This transition can have a wide range of effects on the body, including an increased risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are one of the most ...

Antibiotics do not cause urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, research suggests there may be a link between prior use of antibiotics and a person developing an antibiotic-resistant UTI. A UTI may ...