What Causes Pain And Burning Sensation During Urination?
Question: I had pain and burning sensation when urinating since Monday, but yesterday I started to feel a sharp pain in my waist on the left side. Do you think I have a UTI or is it something more serious?
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Dysuria, Flank pain with burning / painful micturition can be due to a urinary tract infection and/or a urinary tract stone. Urinalysis, Urine Culture sensitivity testing and an ultrasound of the abdomen /pelvis should be advised. X ray KUB can also be done. Treatment would depend on the cause.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Dysuria, Flank pain with burning / painful micturition can be due to a urinary tract infection and/or a urinary tract stone. Urinalysis, Urine Culture sensitivity testing and an ultrasound of the abdomen /pelvis should be advised. X ray KUB can also be done. Treatment would depend on the cause.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Let me know if you have any query
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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