How to Stop the Burning of a Urinary Tract Infection
Things You'll Need
- Physical examination
- Antibiotics
- Anti-inflammatory medication
- Bladder numbing medication
- Plenty of water
Instructions
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See your doctor so he can test a sample of your urine to determine which organism is causing your urinary tract infection. Your treatment will be based on what he discovers in your examination.
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Take antibiotics. Your doctor will prescribe antibiotics for your urinary tract infection. As your infections clears up, your urinary burning will subside. Take all your antibiotics to make sure your infection completely goes away.
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Take an anti-inflammatory medication, if recommended by your doctor. Since inflammation of your urinary tract contributes to the burning sensation, taking an anti- inflammatory medication may ease your burning. Read the label and take the medication only as directed.
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Ask your doctor about taking a bladder-numbing medication. These are over-the-counter medications that relieve burning and bladder spasms. Keep in mind that these medications will turn your urine bright orange.
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Drink plenty of water. Drinking water helps flush out toxins from the urinary tract and makes it easier to pass urine.
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