UTIs, or urinary tract infections, are bacterial infections that can cause a variety of symptoms. UTIs are caused when bacteria infect the bladder, kidneys, ureters, or urethra. While this illness occurs in your lower body, it can cause a variety of symptoms throughout the body including fever, pain in the abdomen, and nausea. In fact, nausea related to a UTI is often a sign that infection has spread. When the infection spreads to the kidneys it can cause more severe symptoms including severe pain, chills, and high fever. In this blog, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of UTI-related nausea and when it might be necessary to seek medical attention.
For same-day UTI diagnosis and treatment, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Grand Junction.
Urinary Tract Infection Symptoms
Because a UTI is a type of infection, some of the symptoms are similar to the symptoms of other bacterial infections. Most infections can cause fatigue, a general feeling that you are ill, fevers, chills/shaking, and nausea. These symptoms are linked to how the body tries to fight off infection. As an infection worsens and spreads these symptoms can worsen as well. UTIs also have symptoms that are more unique. Pain around the groin area, pressure/cramps around the lower abdomen or back (near the kidneys), the sensation of always needing to urinate (even with an empty bladder), and pain/burning when urinating are all symptoms you might have if you have a UTI. UTIs can also cause cloudy urine, urine with blood in it, or urine that has a distinct odor.
How Do You Know If You Have A UTI?
Like any infection, the best choice is to seek a medical professional. Urinalysis or the analysis of urine is a common test for UTIs. A urine sample is tested for white blood cells, red blood cells, and chemicals that are frequently present when a patient has a UTI. Other tests can include ultrasounds of the kidneys to check for signs of infection as well as CT scans of the abdomen. If you suspect that you have a UTI, it’s important to seek medical attention. A healthcare provider can diagnose the infection and prescribe appropriate antibiotics.
How Are UTIs Treated?
Like many bacterial infections, antibiotics are often prescribed to prevent the spread of the infection. When a UTI is caught and addressed early antibiotics are often all that is necessary in order to relieve the symptoms of a UTI. On top of the antibiotics, your provider will likely recommend hydrating to help your kidney and bladder. It is important that you follow your healthcare provider’s instructions even if you start feeling better. Antibiotics might make you feel better before you are completely clear. It is important that UTIs are handled early as they can damage the kidneys if the infection spreads and lingers long-term.
UTI Diagnosis & Treatment at AFC Urgent Care Grand Junction
Understanding the connection between UTIs and nausea can help in seeking timely medical care and managing symptoms effectively. If you experience nausea alongside other UTI symptoms, it’s important to consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. If you live in or around the Grand Junction, CO area and you are concerned about symptoms that might indicate that you have a UTI or other infection, come visit us at AFC Urgent Care Grand Junction. We provide treatment and diagnosis options in our facility seven days a week. By addressing the infection promptly, you can alleviate the discomfort quickly and prevent any complications. Our center accepts most health insurance plans and offers low-cost options for self-paying patients. If you have any additional questions about the services we provide, contact us at (970) 609-2001.
