Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
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Treatment of Urinary Tract Infections in Adults
Urinary tract infections are treated with antibiotics, or antibacterial drugs. Antibiotics can kill the bacteria causing the infection. The antibiotic prescribed by the doctor will depend on the type of bacteria causing the infection.
For simple infections, you’ll be given 3 days of therapy. Often, a UTI can be cured with 1 or 2 days of treatment if the infection is not complicated by another disorder. More serious infections nay require longer antibiotic therapy. Be sure to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and completely.
A pregnant woman with UTI should be treated promptly to avoid premature delivery of the baby and other risks. The doctor will consider various factors in selecting the best treatments.
The doctor may also prescribe medicines to relieve pain of a UTI. A heating pad may also help to relieve discomfort.
If you are also taking other medication or have allergies, be sure to have your health care provider know about it.
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