Does a UTI always need to be treated with an antibiotic?
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- 7 Sep 2016
- Updated
- 7 Sep 2016
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- faq, urinary tract infection, antibiotics
Answers (1)

A UTI (urinary tract infection) should usually be treated with an antibiotic.
Bacteria do not normally live in the urinary tract, and even mild infections can lead to complications, so it is important to seek the advice of your healthcare provider.
An untreated bladder infection (cystitis) may progress to a kidney infection (pyelonephritis).
Other conditions with symptoms similar to a UTI, such as a vaginal yeast infection or inflammation of the urethra can occur, so it is important to have an accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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