Urinary Tract Infection

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What is a Microorganism?
Any organism too small to be seen by the naked eye.
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What is the process of infection?
1. Colonization
2. Invasion
3. Multiplication
4. Spread
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What is a UTI?
A UTI is an infection of your bladder, kidneys or the tubes connected to them.
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Signs and symptoms of a UTI
- pain or burning sensation when peeing
- needing to pee more often than usual during the night
- pee that looks cloudy, dark or has a strong smell
- needing to pee more often than usual
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Possible risk factors of UTI
- Sexual activity
- Post menopause
- Family history of UTIs
- Reccurent UTIs
- Age
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What is dysuria?
Painful urination
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What is a sign of dysuria?
Experiencing a pain specifically a burning pain when passing urine.
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What is nocturia?
Nocturia is when you wake up frequently throughout the night to pass urine.
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3. Multiplication
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