Urinary Tract Infections

Pelvic pain and burning with urination are hallmark symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs). At City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC, same-day, and next-day appointments are available for adult men and women who experience uncomfortable UTI symptoms. Board-certified nurse practitioner Olumuyiwa Tony Owoyomi, NP, customizes a care plan using medications and lifestyle changes to clear infections in the bladder, kidneys, and other areas of the urinary tract. Tony also provides educational resources you can use to prevent additional UTIs. Call the Hempstead, New York, office today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for urinary tract infections or book a consultation online.

What are urinary tract infections?

A urinary tract infection (UTI) develops when bacteria or a virus settles anywhere inside your urinary tract. This tract includes the bladder, kidneys, urethra, and the tubes (ureters) that carry urine out of the body.

Women are typically more susceptible to UTIs than men because their urinary tract is shorter. The loss of estrogen in menopause can also cause changes in the urinary tract that increase risk factors for kidney and bladder infections.

Other factors that can put you at risk for urinary tract infections include:

• Diabetes
• Kidney stones
• Sexual activity
• Use of a catheter
• Urinary tract abnormalities

City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC provides comprehensive care for urinary tract infections in adult men and women. Tony offers in-house diagnostic testing to confirm an infection and creates a treatment plan to relieve pain and other UTI symptoms.

When should I seek medical care for urinary tract infections?

Schedule a diagnostic evaluation at City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC, if you have symptoms of a urinary tract infection, such as:

• Pelvic pain
• Frequent urination
• Strong-smelling urine
• Burning or pain sensations when urinating

A UTI can also cause intense, persistent urges to urinate, but you may only produce small amounts of urine.

Tony provides in-office urine testing to check for bacteria and other abnormalities in your urine. If you have recurrent UTIs, he can also use a specialized scope to check your bladder for infection or request diagnostic imaging tests of your urinary tract.

How are urinary tract infections treated?

City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC provides advanced treatments for acute and chronic urinary tract infections.

If the infection is bacterial, Tony can prescribe antibiotics to clear it. Pain and other uncomfortable UTI symptoms typically clear up within a few days of starting the medications.

Frequent infections may require an ongoing course of low-dose antibiotics to prevent infections from starting. You also need to make lifestyle changes, such as avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and other substances that irritate your bladder to lower your risk for additional UTIs.

Call City Hill Family Health NP, PLLC, today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for symptoms of urinary tract infections. You can also book an appointment online.