I have cold symptoms on top of burning with urination. is it possible i'm in the early stages of a uti? what happens if i don't see a doctor?

Here's the lineup:: If it's a UTI (urinary tract infection), it will likely get worse and you will feel miserable! some people try flushing their system with a lot of water - and sometimes it works. But if you get worse, you should be evaluated. Other possibilities include stds, so consider this as you figure out what to do. About the cold? There's a saying: it'll last 7 days if you treat it, and a week if you don't.