Complications
... When treated promptly and properly, UTIs rarely lead to complications. But left untreated, a urinary tract infection can become something more serious than a set of uncomfortable symptoms. Untreated U...

Treatment
... If your symptoms are typical and you''re generally in good health, antibiotics are the first line of treatment for most UTIs. Which drugs you use and for how long depends on your health condition and ...

Self-care
... UTIs can be painful, but you can take steps to ease your discomfort until antibiotics clear the infection. Follow these tips: Use a heating pad. Sometimes a heating pad placed over the abdomen can hel...