Case 4- UTIs

Question 1

What is the difference between upper and lower UTIs?

Answer 1

Lower- associated with inflammation of the bladder and urethra

Upper- affects the proximal part of the ureters and kidneys ( can cause renal scaring and absences or failure and speaks)

Question 2

What are the most commons symptoms of lower UTIs

Answer 2

Painful urination
Increased urine frequency
Strong need to urinate
String smell
Cloudy urine
Can contain blood
Persistent lower abdominal pain

Question 3

What’s re the symptoms of upper UTIs

Answer 3

Loin pain
Fever
As well as signs of lower UTI