Urinary Tract Infection
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A urinary tract infection, known as a UTI, is the presence of microorganisms in some part of the urinary tract, such as the bladder, the urethra, or the kidneys. It is one of the most common infections and most frequently affects women.
Common symptoms:
- Burning or pain when urinating
- An urgent and repeated need to urinate
- Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
- Discomfort in the lower abdomen
When should you see a doctor? If fever, lower back pain, or symptoms that do not go away appear, a prompt evaluation is advisable.
Which specialist treats it? A urologist treats the urinary tract and, in cases with complicated or recurrent infections, an infectious disease specialist may join in. If you have these symptoms, it is advisable to consult a professional to define your management.
Data on 193 doctors who treat urinary tract infection
Which specialist treats urinary tract infection?
A urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a urologist, the specialist in the urinary system. An infectious disease specialist can help manage the infection. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in 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. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is urinary tract infection?
A urinary tract infection, known as a UTI, is the presence of microorganisms in some part of the urinary tract, such as the bladder, the urethra, or the kidneys. It is one of the most common infections and most frequently affects women.
Which doctor treats urinary tract infection?
A urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a urologist, the specialist in the urinary system. An infectious disease specialist can help manage the infection. Find these specialists.