Call your doctor whenever you have any of the symptoms of a urinary tract infection.
If you are approaching age 50, call your doctor if you notice any of the following: a decrease in the force of your urine stream, difficulty in beginning urination, dribbling after you urinate, or a feeling that your bladder isn't totally empty after you finish urinating. These could be symptoms of an enlarged prostate, a problem that can be treated effectively before it triggers...
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your doctor whenever you have frequent urination, an intense urge to urinate, discomfort during urination or... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesThe bacterial strains that cause UTIs include:Escherichia (E.) coli is responsible for most uncomplicated cystitis cases in women, especially... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAzzarone G, Liewehr S, O'Connor K. Cystitis. Pediatr Rev. 2007 Dec;28(12):474-6.Colgan R, Nicolle LE, McGlone A, Hooton TM. Asymptomatic... Read more »