A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system. The urinary system includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Most infections involve the lower urinary tract — the bladder and the urethra.
Women are at greater risk of developing a UTI than are men. If an infection is limited to the bladder, it can be painful and annoying. But serious health problems can result if a UTI spreads to the kidneys.
Health care providers often treat urinary tract infections with antibiotics. You can also take steps to lower the chance of getting a UTI in the first place.
UTIs don’t always cause symptoms. When they do, they may include:
Common UTI symptoms include burning while urinating, frequent urination, urgency, cloudy urine, pelvic discomfort, or blood in urine. Persistent symptoms should be checked by a urologist.
Yes. Some people experience recurrent urinary tract infections. A urology consultation can help identify possible causes such as stones, blockage, or other urinary problems.
Consult a urologist for recurrent urinary tract infections, blood in urine, persistent urinary symptoms, fever, kidney-related symptoms, or infections that do not improve with appropriate treatment. Recurrent infections may sometimes be associated with bladder conditions or urinary obstruction, and patients can contact Dr. Prakash Sankapal for evaluation.
Answer: Dr. Prakash Sankapal consults at NewEra Hospitals, Vashi and JP Kidney Care, Ulwe, Navi Mumbai. Check the hospital locations or contact page for appointment details.
Patients with recurrent or complicated urinary tract infections in Navi Mumbai can consult Dr. Prakash Sankapal for appropriate urological evaluation. Patients can review his hospital and clinic locations and visit the contact page for appointment details