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What is a UTI?
UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection. It’s a name given to the different type of infections that can affect the urinary system. Catheter users are more at risk of developing UTIs due to higher bacteria levels in the urethra.
UTIs are usually divided into two groups: those that affect the upper urinary system and thereby also the kidneys, and those infections that only affect the lower urinary system – namely the urethra and bladder.
During severe infections, there will be a large amount of bacteria in the urine along with a fever, frequent needs to urinate, a burning feeling when urinating, cloudy urine and generally being unwell. There may also be blood in the urine.
It is very important that you contact the doctor if you recognise the symptoms of a UTI in your child. It is very easy for the doctor to treat and if it isn’t treated straight away the infection can go up to the kidneys, which can be very dangerous and can permanently damage the kidneys.
During milder infections the urine becomes cloudy and smells bad. This is the type of infection that seldom develops into more severe problems and doesn’t always have to be treated. Most people who empty their bladders using an indwelling (permanent) catheter will contract this milder type of infection. Using LoFric Catheters to empty the bladder will significantly reduce the risk of the contracting UTIs.
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