How do doctors diagnose a urinary tract infection?
Jun 10, 2008 by reichs | Posted in Infectious Diseases
I've researched that it's a painful burning sensation. But for urinary tract infections, is the burning only when you pee, or does the burning occur constantly?
Also, at the doctors, how do they check for urinary tract infections? Do they actually check the vagina?
It is a burning feeling while you are urinating, and you feel like you need to go constantly. You simply go to the lab at your doctors office, give them a urine sample,{pee in a cup} and the technician will check it for bacteria. Depending on the type of bacteria, your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic for you. When I get one, which is often, I don't even see my doctor, he just calls in my prescription. Don't be scared and good luck.
jadobob | Jun 10, 2008
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Your Cats Urinary Tract Infection May Be More Common Than You Think
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Once again, one of my cats and I are off to the vet. It seems a spider had delivered a nasty bite to his nose. After arriving I couldn’t help but notice the number of felines in the hospital area of the clinic, and was curious as to why so many cats were in such bad shape. It was easy to satisfy my curiosity because each cage was clearly marked. The most common description read “Cats Urinary Tract Infection”. I must admit I was expecting to see something else, like FIP or some other type of airborne disease, rather than cats urinary tract infection, which is of course bacterial.
When it came time for my appointment I asked the vet as to why so many cages in the pet hospital were labeled cats urinary tract infection. His reply was shocking! He stated that often times over half of the cats with serious concerns are those with cat urinary tract infections. He went on to say that his best guess as to why it is so common is a combination of weak immune systems and poor litter box hygiene.
My experience above was an eye opener for me, and it should be for you as well. Nevertheless, if you are reading this article chances are your cats urinary tract infection either has become chronic or you suspect your pet may have this condition. So, since this is the case let’s explore cat urinary tract infections in more detail and then look for some home treatment options.
Almost always cat urinary tract infections (UTI) are caused by bacterial infection, with the most likely suspect being E.coli. While the infecting bacteria can gain access orally, through old food or contaminated bacteria filled water, the most common entry point is the urethra. This likely explains why so many more female felines are infected. There can also be a number of contributing factors that encourage the condition including partial or total blockage of the urinary tract by stones, genetic abnormalities, immune deficiency caused by illness, and age.
Step home treatment steps for cat urinary tract infections
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