Acute Urinary Tract Infection
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An acute urinary tract infection (acute UTI) is the presence of microorganisms in the urinary system that causes inflammation and recent-onset discomfort. It is a common condition, especially in women.
Common symptoms:
- Burning or pain when urinating
- A frequent and urgent need to urinate
- Discomfort in the lower abdomen
- At times, changes in the appearance of the urine
When should you go?: If you have these problems, especially with fever or lower back pain, it is worth an evaluation to guide the workup.
Which specialist treats it?: The urologist and the nephrologist are the go-to specialists on the topic, with support from the internist, the infectious disease specialist, or the general practitioner for the initial evaluation. If you recognize these symptoms, seeing a professional allows them to be addressed in a timely manner.
Data on 2,142 doctors who treat acute urinary tract infection
Which specialist treats acute urinary tract infection?
An acute urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a urologist, the specialist in the urinary system. An internal medicine physician or an infectious disease specialist can provide follow-up, and an emergency medicine physician can step in for acute cases. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in acute urinary tract 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. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Frequently asked questions
What is acute urinary tract infection?
An acute urinary tract infection (acute UTI) is the presence of microorganisms in the urinary system that causes inflammation and recent-onset discomfort. It is a common condition, especially in women.
Which doctor treats acute urinary tract infection?
An acute urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a urologist, the specialist in the urinary system. An internal medicine physician or an infectious disease specialist can provide follow-up, and an emergency medicine physician can step in for acute cases. Find these specialists.