The infection is most common is known as cystitis, in which germs affect the lower urinary tract (urethra and bladder). The culprit is often, very often, the bacterium “Escherichia coli”, which is as usual in the distal gut. Sex increases the likelihood of suffering cystitis due to the passage of bacteria into the urethra. Pregnancy, diabetes and problems that hinder the emptying of the bladder are other factors that increase the risk of urinary tract infections.

For this reason, from older infections also are becoming more common in men who have prostate problems. The most common symptoms are itching or painful urination with burning sensation and need to urinate frequently. The urine may be cloudy, and sometimes blood. Cystitis is not usually accompanied by high fever. If presented with high fever and low back pain should suspect a urinary tract infection with high involvement of the kidney (pyelonephritis). The diagnosis is made through a simple urine test, which, thanks to the crop, also provides information on the germ causing the antibiotic and the most appropriate treatment.