Acute Bladder Infection
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An acute bladder infection, known as cystitis, is an inflammation of the bladder generally caused by bacteria, which affects the storage and elimination of urine.
Common symptoms:
- Burning or pain when urinating
- An urgent and frequent need to urinate, even in small amounts
- Discomfort in the lower abdomen and cloudy or strong-smelling urine
When should you see a doctor? It is worth seeking care if the symptoms do not subside, recur frequently, or are accompanied by fever or lower back pain.
Which specialist treats it? The urologist specializes in the urinary tract, and the general practitioner usually handles the first visit. When faced with persistent or recurrent urinary symptoms, having them evaluated by a professional helps clarify the cause.
Data on 360 doctors who treat acute bladder infection
Which specialist treats acute bladder infection?
An acute bladder infection should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a urologist, specialists in the urinary system. A general practitioner can give you an initial assessment. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute bladder infection
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is acute bladder infection?
An acute bladder infection, known as cystitis, is an inflammation of the bladder generally caused by bacteria, which affects the storage and elimination of urine.
Which doctor treats acute bladder infection?
An acute bladder infection should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a urologist, specialists in the urinary system. A general practitioner can give you an initial assessment. Find these specialists.