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Doctors for Urine infection (UTI) in Chennai
Medically reviewed by Dr. Apurva, Medisage medical team
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection of the bladder or kidneys. It is more common in women. UTIs are treated with antibiotics after a urine test; repeated infections need further evaluation.
Common symptoms
- Burning or pain while passing urine
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Cloudy or smelly urine
- Lower abdominal pain
- Blood in urine
See a doctor urgently if
- Fever with chills
- Pain in the back or side
- Vomiting
- UTI symptoms during pregnancy
- Confusion in elderly people
Frequently Asked Questions
Which doctor should I see for urine infection?
A general physician can treat simple UTIs. A urologist is advised for repeated infections, and a gynaecologist during pregnancy.
Which test is done for UTI?
A urine routine test and a urine culture, which identifies the bacteria and the right antibiotic.
Can UTI go away without antibiotics?
Mild cases sometimes settle, but untreated UTIs can spread to the kidneys. See a doctor rather than self-medicating.
