Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, particularly with increasing age, though they are also common in young infants. They are more common in women than in men. About 1 in 3 women and 1 in 20 men will develop a urinary infection during their lifetime. (Source: Kidney Health Australia [Kidney Health Australia])

Follow the links below to find information on urinary tract infections.

Reviewed November 2009

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Title:   Urinary tract infections
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Urinary tract infections are very common in women, babies and the elderly. The most common cause is a bacteria called Escherichia coli (E. coli), which usually lives in the digestive system and bowel. Infection can target the urethra, bladder or kidneys.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Urinary tract infections
Publisher:   Kidney Health Australia
Description:   Information on Urinary Tract Infections, revised October 2009.
Date:   Oct 2009
Title:   Wee Week: Promoting Urinary Tract Health
Publisher:   HealthInsite Editorial Team
Description:   Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common reasons for visiting a doctor about an infection. Women are more likely to get a UTI than men. About 1 in 3 women and 1 in 20 men will get a UTI in their lifetime. Kidney Health Australia's 'Wee Week', held from 19-25 July, aims to raise awareness of this common infection.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   Media release. Healthier choices can reduce the risk of kidney disease
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   Kidney Health Australia's 'Wee Week', which is being held from 19 - 25 July, will raise much-needed awareness about the importance of keeping healthy to avoid urinary tract infections (UTI) which can lead to chronic kidney disease and even kidney failure.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   Kidney and urinary fast facts
Publisher:   Kidney Health Australia
Description:   Latest facts and statistics regarding chronic kidney and urinary tract disease and treatment in Australia
Date:   Jun 2009
Title:   Urinary tract infection in young children
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Urinary tract infections are fairly common in children. About 2% of boys and 8% of girls will have a urinary infection during their childhood.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Urinary tract infection
Publisher:   Department of Health Western Australia
Description:   Diagnostic imaging algorithm for young children following a urinary tract infection.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Urinary tract infection (UTI) - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Urinary tract infection occurs when part of the urinary tract becomes infected, usually with bacteria.
Date:   Apr 2009
Title:   Urinary problems
Publisher:   The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Description:   Urinary problems, such as urinary tract infections, are common in children. Causes of urinary problems and tests for urinary tract infections in children are discussed.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Urinary system
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The urinary system removes most waste products from the body. The kidneys also maintain the right balance of water and salt in the blood. The urinary system is made up of kidneys, bladder, ureters and the urethra.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Multiple sclerosis - common problems
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an incurable disease of the central nervous system that can affect the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. Common problems may include fatigue, incontinence, constipation, pain, cognitive changes, altered sensation, and muscular and visual changes.
Date:   Oct 2008
Title:   Genitourinary tuberculosis (GUTB)
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Genitourinary tuberculosis is a disease of the genitourinary system. This includes the entire urinary tract and reproductive system. Provides information on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Urinary tract infections in children - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are relatively common in children. Girls are more likely than boys to develop a UTI, except in the first 6 weeks of life, when boys seem to be more susceptible.
Date:   Mar 2007
Title:   Urinary tract infection
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to recognising and treating urinary tract infection in young children.
Date:   Aug 2006
Title:   Kidney and Urinary Tract Diseases
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information about kidney diseases and urinary conditions.
Date:   Jul 2004
Title:   Urinary tract infection - women.
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A urinary tract infection can infect the entire urinary system or parts of it.Micro-organisms, usually bacteria, cause urinary tract infections. Various parts of the urinary tract can become inflamed. - Urethritis - infection of the urethra - Cystitis - infection of the urine, which inflames the bladder - Pyelonephritis - infection of the kidneys.
Date:   Aug 2003
Title:   Urinary tract infection - men
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A urinary tract infection can infect the entire urinary system or parts of it.Micro-organisms, usually bacteria, cause urinary tract infections. Various parts of the urinary tract can become inflamed. - Urethritis - infection of the urethra - Cystitis - infection of the urine, which inflames the bladder - Pyelonephritis - infection of the kidneys.
Date:   Aug 2003
Title:   Urinary tract infection in children
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Urinary tract infections (UTI) are common in children. UTIs are caused by a growth of germs in the bladder and sometimes in the kidneys. An infection may make a child only mildly ill or very sick. All children who have UTI must be investigated for any underlying problems in the kidneys or bladder.
Date:   Feb 2002
Title:   Urinary tract infection in children
Publisher:   Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   Urinary tract infections are caused by a growth of germs in the bladder and sometimes in the kidneys. Symptoms experienced are outlined and suggestions on how to obtain a specimen are given.
Date:   Aug 2000
Title:   Catheterisation and supra pubic urine aspiration
Publisher:   Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   Methods of obtaining a urine sample from a child are explained, including catheterisation and supra pubic urine aspiration.
Date:   Aug 2000
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