UTI Treatment Questions and Answers

AFC Denville is dedicated to providing top-notch UTI treatment and answering any questions you have regarding UTIs. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common but frustrating issue. While there are several preventive measures to avoid UTIs, sometimes they are not enough. At AFC Denville, our medical professionals can treat your UTI symptoms and offer educational resources on preventing UTIs in the future.

What is a UTI?

In simple terms, a urinary tract infection is an infection that affects the urinary system, including the bladder, kidneys, ureters, and urethra. There are three different types of UTIs, based on the infection location:

• Bladder (Cystitis):
  • Blood in urine
  • Discomfort in the lower abdomen
  • Frequent and painful urination
  • Pelvic pressure
• Kidneys (Acute Pyelonephritis):
  • Chills and shakes
  • High fever
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Pain in your upper back and side (flank)
• Urethra (Urethritis):
  • Burning sensation with urination
  • Discharge

Most UTIs are caused by bacterial infections, but certain fungi and, more rarely, viruses can also cause UTIs.

How can I contract a UTI?

UTIs are fairly common and can occur from various causes such as sexual activity, poor hygiene, diaphragm use, dehydration, or holding in urine for too long. Women are more at risk of contracting a UTI due to their shorter urethra, which allows bacteria to reach the bladder more easily.

Where can I go to get treated for a UTI?

There are several places where you can get treated for a UTI, including primary care clinics, emergency rooms, urgent care clinics, or walk-in clinics. If you live in or near Denville, NJ, and cannot see your primary care physician promptly, we welcome you to visit AFC Denville for walk-in UTI treatment. Our clinic is located at 3130 State Route 10, Denville, NJ. We are open Monday to Friday from 8AM to 8PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 8AM to 5PM.

Do I go to urgent care for a UTI?

While many medical facilities offer UTI treatment, an urgent care clinic can be particularly advantageous due to same-day medical attention and cost-effective treatment options. Urgent care clinics accept walk-in patients and typically offer shorter wait times compared to emergency rooms, making them a convenient and efficient choice for UTI treatment. Additionally, urgent care clinics do not handle life-threatening emergencies, allowing them to see most patients promptly based on their arrival time.

Visit AFC Denville for quick and reliable UTI treatment. Our medical team is here to provide you with the care you need and answer any questions you may have about urinary tract infections. For more information, please call us at (973) 542-7710 or walk-in today!