Urinary tract infection
Updated: 2017-06-13
Overview
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system, usually the bladder and the urethra. Women are at greater risk.
Symptoms
A bladder infection can cause pain, a strong urge to urinate, a burning sensation, and blood in the urine. A kidney infection can cause permanent damage.
Treatments
Common treatment is with antibiotics.