Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection
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A recurrent urinary tract infection refers to repeated episodes of infection in the urinary system, which can affect the bladder, the urethra, or the kidneys, and which come back after periods of apparent improvement.
Common symptoms:
- Burning or discomfort when urinating
- An urgent and frequent need to go to the bathroom
- Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
- Discomfort in the lower abdomen
Common causes: They are usually related to anatomical factors, hydration or hygiene habits, and conditions that favor the return of germs to the urinary tract.
Which specialist treats it? A general practitioner can guide the first steps, while a urologist and, in some cases, a nephrologist or a pediatrician help investigate why the episodes keep happening. If you notice that the urinary discomfort comes back again and again, it is advisable to seek a professional evaluation to understand the origin.
Data on 1,007 doctors who treat recurrent urinary tract infection
Which specialist treats recurrent urinary tract infection?
A recurrent urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a nephrologist or a urologist, specialists in the urinary system. An internal medicine physician can provide comprehensive follow-up, and a pediatric nephrologist is involved in children. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in recurrent 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. Carolina Garcia
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. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Frequently asked questions
What is recurrent urinary tract infection?
A recurrent urinary tract infection refers to repeated episodes of infection in the urinary system, which can affect the bladder, the urethra, or the kidneys, and which come back after periods of apparent improvement.
Which doctor treats recurrent urinary tract infection?
A recurrent urinary tract infection should be evaluated by a nephrologist or a urologist, specialists in the urinary system. An internal medicine physician can provide comprehensive follow-up, and a pediatric nephrologist is involved in children. Find these specialists.