Grace Said.: The Painful Pee

I've always thought that peeing is the most spontaneous thing ever. The moment you feel like it (and the moment when you really should go especially when your bladder is really full), you just pee!

So one day, the moment came when the peeing urge was felt. I went to the toilet and did as I should. But instead of a wave of relief that's usually accompanied by a silent "aaaahhh", I felt a tinge of burning sensation. In fact, pee wasn't much either.

Immediately, I knew what I had - Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Deep in my head, I always knew that women have a much higher chance of contracting this than men, but I just didn't expect that I would have this!

As all these happened last Sunday night, I decided to see a doctor the next day (in less than 24 hours of detection). Surprisingly, I wasn't worried nor scared. I was just really uncomfortable with the frequent urge to pee (but very little pee), as well as the occasional burning sensation with slight diluted blood during the post trickle.

So the next day, I went to the doctor and was given a course of Antibiotics to consume for the next 5 to 6 days. And within a day or 2 of consumption, everything was back to normal. Phew! Of course, I'm still eating my Antibiotics until it's finished.

I did ask the doctor why I have this problem, and he said there's a couple of reasons for such infection. The most common causes are the lack of water, which causes your urine to be very acidic (or is it alkaline hmm), not wiping properly and hence leaving bacteria down there (not applicable in my case)!

Anyway, for those out there who are wondering what the heck is Urinary Tract Infection (commonly known as UTI), here's what it is:

What is Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?

A urinary tract infection is an infection that begins in your urinary system. Your urinary system is composed of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Any part of your urinary system can become infected, but most infections involve the lower urinary tract — the urethra and the bladder.

Women are at greater risk of developing a urinary tract infection than are men. A urinary tract infection limited to your bladder can be painful and annoying. However, serious consequences can occur if a urinary tract infection spreads to your kidneys.

Antibiotics are the typical treatment for a urinary tract infection. But you can take steps to reduce your chance of getting a urinary tract infection in the first place.

Symptoms:

In general, urinary tract infection signs and symptoms develop rapidly and can include: