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Health Encyclopedia: Urinary Tract Infection Diagnosis
- Urinary Tract Infection - Diagnosis
- Urinary Tract Infection Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Complications
Diagnosis
In younger women, UTI symptoms plus positive results on an over-the-counter dipstick test are oftentimes enough to make a diagnosis. Symptoms include frequent urination and vaginal burning, without other complications such as fever, chills, and pain in the kidney. In such cases, young women can usually receive treatment by calling a health professional (usually a nurse) who will prescribe antibiotics. A good response to antibiotic therapy usually eliminates the need for further tests.
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Expert & Community Posts
Bladder Cancer
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When Your Incontinence Is a Symptom of Something Else
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Tears and Rainbows: Ginny Mason, Cancer Advocate
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Urination Urgency: Will Kegels Help?
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The Safety of Artificial Sweeteners
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Health Guide
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Causes of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
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