Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common and can affect any part of the urinary system, from the ureters and urethra to the bladder or kidneys. They are more common among women and often are treated with antibiotics.
To have your UTI condition properly diagnosed and to get the best treatment for you, it is important to contact a doctor.
Immediate Care for Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Benefits of a 24/7 urgent care video visit
An Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist provider can help manage common UTI symptoms, right from the comfort of your home to help you get better faster. Benefits include:
- Care available for all ages, 24/7
- No appointment needed
You can start a 24/7 urgent care video visit now.
Currently a patient? Consider an eVisit or scheduled virtual care visit
If you already have an Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist primary care or virtual primary care provider, you can also get care and relief for your UTI symptoms through an eVisit or scheduled virtual care visit.
To start an eVisit, go to MyAtriumHealth and complete our online Symptom Checker. Your provider can diagnose your condition and determine the care you need.
Try Symptom Checker to see if an eVisit is right for you.
If you prefer to see your regular in-person primary care provider or virtual primary care provider, you can use MyAtriumHealth to schedule a video visit.
Learn more about virtual primary care and find a doctor.
Common UTI symptoms
Symptoms of a UTI can vary depending on which part of the urinary tract is affected.
Symptoms of a bladder infection:
- Pain or burning while urinating
- Frequent urination
- Feeling the need to urinate despite having an empty bladder
- Bloody urine
- Pelvic pain
- Pressure or cramping in the groin or lower abdomen
Symptoms of a kidney infection:
- Fever
- Chills
- Lower back pain or pain in the side of your back
- Nausea or vomiting
UTIs usually are treated with antibiotics. A provider at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist can help choose the best treatment for you.