What is a Urinary Tract Infection?
A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is an infection anywhere in the urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra) and is caused by bacteria in the urinary tract. The specific name of the UTI depends on its location in the urinary tract. An infection in the bladder is called cystitis. If the infection is in one or both of the kidneys, the infection is called pyelonephritis. This type of UTI can cause serious damage to the kidneys if it is not adequately treated.

UTI Symptoms may include:

• A strong, persistent urge to urinate
• A burning sensation when urinating
• Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
• Blood in the urine
• Cloudy, bad smelling urine
• Lower abdominal pain
• Mild fever (less than 101°F )

Note: Most people with a UTI have some symptoms, but not everyone with a urinary tract infection develops recognizable signs and symptoms.

A more serious infection involves the kidney (pyelonephritis). Symptoms develop rapidly and may or may not include the symptoms below:

• Fairly high fever (higher than 101°F)
• Shaking chills
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Flank pain - Pain in your back or side, usually on only one side at about waist level

If you have symptoms of an infection involving the kidneys, call your health care provider immediately.

Treatment Options
Urinary tract infections are generally treated with prescription antibiotics. If you believe you are suffering from a UTI, contact your doctor.

If you believe you are experiencing the symptoms of a UTI, you can use the vH essentials Home Test to confirm before contacting your doctor. For temporary relief from the burning and pain during urination, vH essentials UTI Relief can be used for one to two days.

Product Options

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