All of this disproportionately affects the elderly. In a 2023 study of patients with a median age of 75, approximately 30% of ...

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, Dec. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new rapid test could improve treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs), by identifying the most effective ...

This guide deconstructs the pathophysiology of UTIs, exploring the anatomical risks in women, and the efficacy of antibiotic ...

The first new antibiotic for UTIs in nearly 30 years has been approved by regulators. Gepotidacin, also known as Blujepa, is ...

Blujepa (gepotidacin) is a new antibiotic recently approved by the FDA for treating bladder infections caused by certain bacteria in women and girls ages 12 and older. Blujepa works differently than ...

Cystitis and urinary tract infections can be a recurrent problem for many people. The pathogenic bacteria that can cause these bladder infections are also becoming increasingly resistant to ...

Diagnosing a UTI involves examining a urine sample to detect the presence of bacteria or using imaging tests to diagnose other underlying causes. Usually, experiencing symptoms prompts a doctor to ...

Dr. Lacy Anderson explains how to prevent recurrent UTIs, noting causes, risk factors, and treatments, including lifestyle changes, antibiotics, and further testing when infections keep returning.

If you're among the millions of women suffering from interstitial cystitis, a bladder disorder characterized by intense discomfort, you may have struggled for years to find the right treatment. For ...

Researchers are developing a device doctors could use in their offices for instant analysis THURSDAY, Dec. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new rapid test could improve treatment of urinary tract ...