Symptoms
A UTI causes inflammation in the lining of your urinary tract. The inflammation may cause the following problems:
Blood in your pee (hematuria).
Pain in your flank, abdomen, pelvic area or lower back.
Pressure in the lower part of your pelvis.
Cloudy, foul-smelling pee.
Urinary incontinence.
Frequent urination.
Urge incontinence.
Pain when you pee (dysuria).
Other UTI-associated symptoms may include:
Pain in your penis.
Feeling extremely tired (fatigue).
Fever.
Chills.
Nausea and vomiting.
Mental changes or confusion.
Prevention
You may be able to lower the risk of getting UTIs, especially recurrent urinary tract infections, if you:
Drink plenty of fluids, especially water, to flush bacteria out of the bladder and urethra.
Try cranberry juice or other cranberry products, if your healthcare team says it’s OK.
Stop using deodorant sprays, powders or other feminine products that can irritate the urethra.
Change your birth control method, if you use a diaphragm, spermicide or unlubricated condoms.
