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Mangement of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
WHAT IS A URINE INFECTION?
A urine infection occurs when bacteria in any part of the urine system cause symptoms
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP PREVENT A URINE INFECTION?
- Drink enough fluid (6-8 glasses) so that you pass pale coloured urine regularly during the day, and to avoid feeling thirsty, especially during hot weather
- Avoid drinking too many fizzy drinks or alcohol
- There is no proven benefit of cranberry products or cystitis sachets
- Prevent constipation. Ask for advice if needed
- Maintain good control of diabetes
WHAT SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS SHOULD YOU LOOK OUT FOR?
- Pain or burning when passing urine
- High or low temperature
- Shivering or shaking
- Urgency (feeling the need to urinate immediately)
- Pain in your lower tummy above pubic area
- Incontinence (wetting yourself more often than usual)
- Passing urine more often than usual
- Cloudy urine, or visible blood in your urine
- Confusion, change in behaviour, or unsteadiness on feet
Self-Helf Resources:
URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS - A leaflet for older adults and carers.
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