UTI Treatment Near Mirando City, TX
Urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment is one of the most frequently requested services we offer at VitalMed Urgent Care near Mirando City, Texas. Why are UTIs so common? One reason is that bacteria naturally thrive around the rectum. These bacteria are not normally problematic; in fact, they are essential for optimal digestive function. However, bacteria can cause problems if they enter the urethra and travel to the bladder, resulting in a UTI. And that is not at all unusual given the proximity of the urethra and the rectum. Women tend to be more susceptible to UTIs than men, mainly because bacteria can reach a woman’s bladder more easily than a man’s due to her relatively short urethra.
Do You Need Treatment for a UTI?
A UTI can cause your urethra and bladder to become painfully irritated and inflamed. As a result, you may experience:
- A strong and persistent urge to urinate
- Burning sensations during urination
- An inability to produce anything more than a few drops of urine at a time
- An inability to empty your bladder
- Odorous, cloudy, or blood-tinged urine
- Bladder spasms
If you have UTI symptoms, you should talk with a medical provider right away. At VitalMed, we can provide a fast and accurate diagnosis by taking a urine sample and analyzing it in our on-site lab for signs of bacteria or white blood cells, which could indicate an infection. After confirming your diagnosis, we can provide appropriate UTI treatment to clear it up and help you feel better.
How Is a UTI Treated?
Usually, UTI treatment involves drinking plenty of fluids and taking an antibiotic. Frequent urination can help flush the bacteria out of your urinary tract. You may find that your pain and other symptoms greatly improve after only a few doses of antibiotic medication. Even so, it is still important to take the full course of antibiotics as prescribed. If your UTI is not fully treated, it may come back.
At VitalMed Urgent Care, we provide UTI treatment on a walk-in basis—no appointment necessary. Just stop by one of our urgent care centers near Mirando City, TX, whenever it’s most convenient for you—our team is available every day during extended hours.
