Anitibiotics are the standard treatment for UTIs.
Symptoms sometimes fade for a few days before returning in full force.
Home testing strips can help determine if the infection has completely resolved in these more complicated cases.
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Pain reduction is one of the main signs that your UTI is going away.
Pain generally eases within a couple of days of antibiotic treatment.
Worsening pain in the lower abdomen or lower back are signs of complications, such as kidney infection.
Normal Sensations With Urination
UTIs cause inflammation of the urinary tract, leading to uncomfortable symptoms when urinating.
Telltale signs of a UTI are:
With UTI treatment, this inflammation subsides.
A return to normal sensation when urinating and urinating a normal amount are signs of recovery.
Symptoms can take longer to resolve in severe UTIs.
Improved Energy
Some people may feel fatigue, less energy, or a loss of motivation with a UTI.
However, restored energy and alertness are positive signs that a UTI is improving.
Home testing is never as accurate or effective as testing in a medical clinic or hospital.
Home tests cannot detect all bacteria or infections.
Can a UTI Go Away on Its Own?
If untreated, some mild or uncomplicatedUTIs can go away on their own.
However, 39% experienced no improvement or worsening signs.
How Long Does It Take a UTI to Go Away?
With antibiotics, UTI symptoms improve within one to two days of treatment.
The specific course of treatment for UTIs can also vary.
Discontinuing antibiotic use early raises the risk of the UTI returning or worsening.
People with chronic UTIs may need additional testing.
With treatment, it takes anywhere from several days to a week or more for the symptoms to resolve.
If your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment, seek additional medical attention.
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