A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a condition in which one or more parts of the urinary system (the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra) become infected. UTIs are the most common of all bacterial infections and can occur at any time in the life of an individual. Nearly 95% of cases of UTIs are caused by bacteria that typically multiply at the opening of the urethra and travel up to the bladder. Much less often, bacteria spread to the kidney from the bloodstream.
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A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection that can happen anywhere along the urinary tract. Urinary tract infections have different names,... Read more »
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common type of infection caused by bacteria (most often E. coli) that travel up... Read more »
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http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov -- National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Clearinghousewww.urologyhealth.org -- American Urological... Read more »
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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 »
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Although there is no evidence that good hygiene makes a real difference in preventing UTIs, it is always a wise practice. The following are some... Read more »