Last Updated on February 3, 2023 by Shabnam Sengupta
Urinary tract infections are treated with antibiotics. The potency and the duration of the antibiotics course are dependent upon the severity of that infection and the individual’s ability to deal with the infection.
Doctors often recommend trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole, fosfomycin, nitrofurantoin, cephalexin, and ceftriaxone to soothe UTIs. If UTI has spread to a larger area, a doctor can also prescribe fluoroquinolones.
Even though the symptoms of UTI go away on their own, it is essential to complete the course of antibiotics. This reduces the chance of reoccurrence.
In this article, we have discussed why UTI reoccurs and whether the condition be treated at home with no antibiotics.
Can UTI reoccur?
Yes. UTI can reoccur. UTI happens again when the body is reinfected by the same pathogen. An article by Harvard Health informs that pre-menopausal and post-menopausal changes make some women more prone to UTI than others.
Can urinary tract infections be treated at home?
It can be. People who suffer from UTI can control the severity of UTI by following a healthy routine. A research paper published in 2017 informs that taking care of the UTI at home is better for many people than taking antibiotics. However, this outcome should not prevent people with UTI from visiting a doctor. Taking care of UTI at home might not work for every individual.
Eating a healthy diet and drinking water regularly can reduce the severity and recurrence of infections. Besides this, avoiding holding urine in the bladder for long hours can reduce the chance of reinfection.
UTIs do have a risk of severe complications if they’re left untreated. Consulting a doctor is better if UTI is recurring again as there are chances that the untreated condition can spread to the kidneys. Untreated UTIs can cause potentially life-threatening complications such as sepsis.
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