UTI Overview

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What is the prevalence of UTIs in women?

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Roughly 60% of women experience at least one symptomatic UTI in their lifetime, with 10% having recurrent episodes each year.

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What are the two main classifications of UTIs?

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1. Uncomplicated UTIs: e.g., simple cystitis in otherwise healthy individuals. 2. Complicated UTIs: involve anatomical or functional issues (e.g., obstruction, pregnancy, immunosuppression).

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What are CA-UTIs?

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Catheter-associated UTIs, the most frequent healthcare-associated infections.

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What are the lower tract symptoms of UTIs?

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Burning dysuria, urinary frequency/urgency, lower abdominal discomfort.

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What are the upper tract symptoms of UTIs?

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Flank pain, fever, systemic signs.

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What lab tests are used for diagnosing UTIs?

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Urinalysis (leukocytes, nitrites) and cultures (often E. coli).

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What is the typical antibiotic therapy for uncomplicated lower UTIs?

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Short-course (typically 3 days) antibiotics: trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), nitrofurantoin, cephalexin, cotrimoxazole.

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What are fluoroquinolones used for in UTI treatment?

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Broad-spectrum, high urinary concentration antibiotics used for more severe or complicated infections.

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What is nitrofurantoin ideal for?

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Ideal for uncomplicated cystitis due to high urinary levels.

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What does methenamine require for effectiveness?

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Requires acidic urine; releases formaldehyde in the bladder.