How do I know if I have a Urinary Tract Infection?

A UTI, or urinary tract infection, is an infection anywhere in the urinary tract.  UTI’s are caused by bacteria, and they have many different causes.

The typical symptoms of a urinary tract infection are:

• A burning feeling when you urinate
• A frequent or intense urge to urinate, even though little comes out when you do.
• Pain or pressure in your back or lower abdomen
• Cloudy, dark, bloody or strange smelling urine.
• Feeling tired or shaky

You can learn more about urinary tract infections here: http://womenshealth.gov/publications/our-publications/fact-sheet/urinary-tract-infection.html.  You can also read this article for more information on UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)