Urinary tract infection (UTI), also known as acute cystitis, is an infection in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. It is one of the most common infections in local primary care, and UTIs are among the most frequently encountered infections in the outpatient setting. After respiratory tract infections, they are the most common reason why antibiotics are prescribed. The incidence of UTIs in adult males aged under 50 years is low, with adult women being 30 times more likely than men to develop a UTI.
It has been categorized into complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections. It typically affects individuals w...
