When a urinary tract infection (UTI) hits, the first question is often: what’s to blame? The answer: Bacteria. But how that bacteria is introduced to your system can vary. Sexual contact can be to ...

Q: A friend who is 74 years old had an episode recently where she suddenly sounded as though she had dementia. Her physician diagnosed it as an effect of a UTI. Can you talk about how UTIs in older ...

Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD Key Takeaways Pain reduction in your lower abdomen or back is a sign your UTI is improving.Normal sensations when urinating mean the inflammation is going ...

Summer and Urinary Tract Infections: What You Need to Know Summer's Impact on Urinary Health: As temperatures rise during summer, excessive sweating can lead to dehydration, which adversely affects ...

Urosepsis is when an untreated urinary tract infection (UTI) spreads to your kidney. It’s a form of sepsis, which is your body’s potentially life-threatening response to an infection.‌ Urosepsis can ...

Frequent UTIs shouldn’t be taken lightly. They may indicate a bigger problem. A top doctor explained their symptoms, causes, ...

UTIs cause burning, urgency, discomfort, and can worsen if untreated. UTIs rarely cause bloodstream infections but increase mortality risk. Diet, hydration, age, and diabetes affect UTI severity and ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old man in relatively good health. I don’t smoke or drink, and I have a vegetarian diet. I exercise moderately, and I am not overweight. About 30 years ago, I ...

It's not something you think about—until something doesn't feel right. Then, panic can set in. Even though urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common issue, it doesn't make them any less painful or ...