Kidney & Bladder

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are bacterial infections of the bladder, urethra, or kidneys. Recurrent UTIs require thorough evaluation to identify underlying causes and prevent future episodes from becoming more serious.

Symptoms

Burning or pain with urination
Frequent and urgent urination
Cloudy, dark, or foul-smelling urine
Blood in urine
Pelvic pressure or lower back pain

Causes & Risk Factors

Sexual activity or anatomical factors
Post-menopausal hormonal changes
Bladder outlet obstruction or urinary retention
Diabetes or immune suppression

Treatment Options We Offer

Culture-guided antibiotic therapy
Evaluation of anatomical or structural causes
Low-dose antibiotic prophylaxis (recurrent UTIs)
Vaginal estrogen therapy (post-menopausal women)
Cystoscopy for complex or refractory cases