A UTI, or urinary tract infection, is the most common type of bacterial infection in the body. According to the Urology Care Foundation, up to 10 percent of women and 1 percent of men develop UTIs in the United States each year. When caught and treated quickly, these infections are typically easily cleared with antibiotics and don’t result in any long-term damage. However, if not treated promptly, UTIs can lead to kidney failure and even death. Whether you’re experiencing signs of a UTI or want to learn more about UTI treatment at St.
Urology Specialty:
UTI Treatment at St. John is a major part of our practice, in fact, we have 11 urologists that specialize in UTI treatments! Our specialists have experience in the diagnosis and management of urinary tract infections (UTIs), including acute cystitis, pyelonephritis, chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), and related problems such as incontinence or obstructive voiding symptoms.
One way to diagnose UTIs is through urine testing which is done by analyzing the urine for signs or markers that indicate an infection has been present such as white blood cells, nitrates, glucose, or other substances like oxalates. If tests come back positive for these substances then antibiotics will be prescribed to treat the infection.
Ask Dr. Jain:
Dr. Tarun Jain is one of our newest specialists here at UTI Treatment St. John but has already been treating UTIs for more than 15 years as a urologist in Oklahoma City, OK. Dr. Jain obtained his medical degree from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi, India, and completed his residency training at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA before going on to complete fellowships in urology at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC and UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange County, CA where he became Board Certified by the American Board of Urology and the American College of Surgeons (Urology). Dr.
Ask Dr. Leung:
What are some symptoms of UTIs?
Some common symptoms include pain or burning during urination, frequent urination, low back pain, fever and chills, blood in the urine or cloudy urine. One should always consult their physician for UTI treatment in St. John to ensure the proper diagnosis is made.
What are some causes of UTIs?
Many people get an infection from bacteria in the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside). Risk factors for urinary tract infections include lack of toilet hygiene; sexual intercourse; pregnancy; diabetes mellitus; immune disorders; as well as catheterization and surgical procedures such as hysterectomy or ureteral stent placement.
How can UTIs be treated?
Ask Dr. Young:
Dr. Young is a urologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infections, as well as other conditions of the urinary tract such as prostatitis, incontinence, benign prostate hyperplasia, kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, hair loss and penile cancer. He also treats male infertility problems including low sperm count (low volume ejaculation), varicocele (swollen veins on the scrotum) and retrograde ejaculation (when semen goes up into the bladder). Dr.
Medication Management:
There are many options for UTI treatment, some more effective than others depending on the type of infection you have and what your symptoms are. Below is an outline to help you decide which UTI medication is right for you or your loved one.
Medical Therapy For Urinary Tract Infections:
The infection is usually treated with antibiotics, usually given as an oral medication. The course of treatment varies depending on the type of antibiotic prescribed but can be as short as three days to as long as two weeks. Sometimes only one dose is needed; other times, more than one may be necessary. If you have questions about your symptoms or treatment regimen, please contact your physician’s office for further assistance.
Laser Surgery For Prostate Conditions:
The prostate gland is an important part of the male reproductive system. It is located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum, between the pubic bone and the penis, where it surrounds part of the urethra (the tube that carries urine from your bladder to outside your body). The prostate produces seminal fluid, which nourishes and protects sperm.
The prostate plays an important role in sexual function as well. An erection (hard penis) results when enough blood fills spaces inside the shaft of your penis so that pressure builds up behind it, pressing on nerves that signal to your brain for arousal. Sperm are pushed out when muscles contract around the urethra during ejaculation, which is what happens during orgasm for most men.
Transurethral Resection Of Prostate (TURP) Procedure:
TURP is an outpatient surgical procedure that may be recommended for individuals suffering from urinary obstruction. The procedure involves the removal of prostate tissue using an instrument called a resectoscope, which is inserted through the urethra.
