Question 1

what are the symptoms of a urinary tract infections. is vomiting a sign as well?

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Urinary symptoms: A UTI will start with urinary symptoms -whether that's burning, increased frequency, change in the color (cloudy) or smell. If this worsens-nausea and vomiting can start..as well as fevers, pain in the flank etc. That's a clear indication to see a doctor because you need to get treatment. UTI can progress to a kidney infection and even blood poisoning (sepsis) in some cases. Hope you get help ASAP

Question 2

what cause urinary tract infections?

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Causes of UTI: Most common is bacteria entering the urinary tract through the urethra.

Question 3

how common are urinary tract infections?

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Very common: Second mos common infection in children. Very common in adults, more frequent in women rather than men.

Question 4

could guys get urinary tract infections?

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UTI in men: Men can get urinary tract infections if bacteria gets into the urethra from trauma, masturbation, sexual intercourse, etc.  Rarely, men who have undiagnosed problems with their urinary tract system may develop an infection without the events listed above.

Question 5

why do women get urinary tract infections?

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UTI: short distance from anus , vagina and feces to uretheral orifice. I would go to wikipedia for more details and discuss with you Dr. As your reasons may be different from most.

Question 6

how are urinary tract infections diagnosed?

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Symptoms and urine: Examination.  Symptoms include burning on urination, fever, frequency of urination, smelly urine etc, urine has white cells and protein and on culture bacteria will grow. See this site for more info.
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/urinary-tract-infections-in-teens-and-adults-topic-overview.

Question 7

how long do urinary tract. infections last?

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Infections: Until they are treated.

Question 8

how fast do urinary tract infections develop?

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Depends: Urinary infection can develop within a day of a precipitating event, like intercourse, or instrumentation.

Question 9

what causes urinary tract infections in women?

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Bacteria + host.: Utis are caused by bacteria, most commonly e. Coli. For an infection to take hold, bacteria has to make its way into the bladder while overcoming normal host defenses. Women tend to have more utis than men because the urethra is short, and closer to bacteria of the perineum. Sex and use of spermicides can increase the risk. After menopause, decreased vaginal estrogen can lead to infections.

Question 10

what causes frequent urinary tract infections?

Accepted Answer

Two common causes: Frequent utis in adults especially in women are often related to sexual activities and personal susceptibility.

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