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Can UTI Cause Urinary Urgency?
Question: I have developed an urgency when the feeling to urinate comes on & an urgency to get to a toilet quickly or I start leaking in my pants.
Brief Answer:
urinary tract infection is likely
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
although this is not a definite diagnosis, it sounds like a urinary tract infection (UTI). Pre-existent conditions like an enlarged prostate or functional problems of the bladder may predispose to the problem or even cause similar symptoms. A urinalysis and an ultrasound scan of the urinary tract is recommended to clarify this issue.
If it's an infection indeed then antibiotic treatment would be required. I suggest you visit your primary care physician for further management.
I hope you find my comments helpful!
You can contact me again, if you'd like any clarification or more information.
Kind Regards!
urinary tract infection is likely
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
although this is not a definite diagnosis, it sounds like a urinary tract infection (UTI). Pre-existent conditions like an enlarged prostate or functional problems of the bladder may predispose to the problem or even cause similar symptoms. A urinalysis and an ultrasound scan of the urinary tract is recommended to clarify this issue.
If it's an infection indeed then antibiotic treatment would be required. I suggest you visit your primary care physician for further management.
I hope you find my comments helpful!
You can contact me again, if you'd like any clarification or more information.
Kind Regards!
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