UTI

UTI services offered in West Palm Beach, FL

A urinary tract infection (UTI) can cause pelvic pain, foul-smelling urine, and other alarming symptoms. EL Elyon Medpsych Services offers referrals for urine testing and other diagnostic services to confirm an infection, so you can start treatment quickly. Acelise Alexis, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, and the team can prescribe antibiotics and other medication to clear a UTI and prevent it from returning. They also recommend strategies you can use to protect against additional urinary tract infections. Call the West Palm Beach, Florida, office today to schedule a UTI consultation or book an appointment online.

UTI Q & A

What is UTI?

A UTI develops when bacteria, such as E. coli, enter the body and settle into the kidneys, bladder, or urethra.

UTIs occur in men but are most common in women due to the shorter structure of the female urinary tract. A shorter tract allows bacteria from the anus to travel into the vagina and the urinary tract. You can also develop an infection due to intercourse and other sexual activities.

If left untreated, UTIs can cause severe pain and other health complications. You might also be at an increased risk of recurrent infections without proper medical attention.

EL Elyon Medpsych Services provides care for adults and adolescents with UTI symptoms. Acelise and the team design a treatment plan using medications and other strategies to clear the infection fully and prevent additional health problems.

Virtual telehealth appointments are available for initial symptom evaluation and for treatment monitoring.

What are common UTI symptoms?

UTI symptoms result from persistent inflammation in the lining of your urinary tract. Common symptoms of an active infection include:

Fever
Chills
Nausea
Cloudy urine
Severe fatigue
Pain during urination
Frequent or sudden urge to urinate
Pain in the lower back, abdomen, or pelvic area

EL Elyon Medpsych Services offers referrals for urinalysis and other lab tests to confirm a UTI. Acelise and the team also review your medical history and current health to identify your treatment options.

Which treatments are available for UTI symptoms?

EL Elyon Medpsych Services provides customized care plans for adults and adolescents with acute or chronic UTIs.

UTI treatment typically includes prescription antibiotics. You must take the full course of medicine to clear the infection fully or it might come back. Over-the-counter medicines reduce fever and pain.

If you’re prone to recurrent UTIs, you may need a longer course of low-dose antibiotics to control the infection.

Acelise and the team can also recommend strategies to prevent additional infections, such as wiping front to back after a bowel movement and drinking plenty of water to flush bacteria out of the urinary tract.

Call EL Elyon Medpsych Services today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation for UTI symptoms. You can also book an appointment online.