Condition
Recurrent urinary tract infections
Recurrent urinary tract infections are exhausting, disruptive and often dismissed. A structured urological assessment can identify an underlying cause and build a tailored prevention plan.
Overview
What is this condition?
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is considered recurrent when there are two or more infections within six months, or three or more within a year.
The goal of a specialist review is not simply to treat each infection, but to find and correct the underlying reason they keep happening.
Common symptoms
Symptoms to be aware of
Symptoms vary from person to person. Specialist assessment helps determine the underlying cause.
Burning when passing urine
Frequency and urgency
Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
Lower abdominal or pelvic pain
Fever or loin pain
Suggests kidney involvement.
Symptoms returning shortly after antibiotics
Possible causes
What can cause it
Incomplete bladder emptying
A leading, treatable cause of recurrent infections.
Bladder or kidney stones
Provide a surface for bacteria to persist.
Postmenopausal changes
Vaginal atrophy is a common contributor in women.
Sexual activity
A common trigger — usually manageable with simple strategies.
Underlying urological conditions
Reflux, diverticula and other structural issues.
Many causes are benign and highly treatable. A structured consultant-led assessment is the fastest way to reach a clear diagnosis and a personalised plan.
When to seek medical advice
Some symptoms should always prompt prompt specialist review. Please seek urgent medical advice — through your GP, NHS 111 or A&E — if you notice any of the following.
- High fever, shivering or loin pain
- Blood in the urine between infections
- Recurrent infections with the same bacterium
- Failure to respond to appropriate antibiotics
- New confusion in older adults
Diagnosis
How the diagnosis is made
Diagnosis follows a clear, patient-centred pathway — often completed within one or two visits.
- 01
Medical history
Detailed review of infection pattern, triggers and past treatments.
- 02
Examination
Abdominal and, where appropriate, pelvic examination.
- 03
Urine tests
Repeat cultures to confirm the organisms and antibiotic sensitivities.
- 04
Blood tests
Kidney function and diabetes screening.
- 05
Bladder scan
Post-void residual to check emptying.
- 06
Imaging and cystoscopy
Ultrasound and flexible cystoscopy to look for underlying causes.
Treatment options
Treatments tailored to you
Treatment is personalised through shared decision-making. Both conservative and procedural options are considered where appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered
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