Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

What Is It?

Bacterial infection of the urinary tract (bladder, urethra, or kidneys). Common in women. Symptoms include dysuria, frequency, urgency, and cloudy urine.

How Is It Diagnosed?

Urinalysis (pyuria, bacteriuria), urine culture with sensitivity for complicated or recurrent cases.

How Is It Treated?

Nitrofurantoin or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for uncomplicated cystitis. Fluoroquinolones for pyelonephritis. Duration: 3-7 days (bladder) or 7-14 days (kidney).

Tests and Imaging Typically Needed

Urinalysis, urine culture and sensitivity, BMP if pyelonephritis suspected.

Approximate Self-Pay Costs

Office visit: $95-$150. Urinalysis: $15-$25. Urine culture: $30-$60. Antibiotics: $5-$25.

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