Uncomplicated UTIs - advice and treatment service in Peterborough
Advice and NHS-funded* Treatments for UTI infection in non-pregnant women aged between 16-64 years old.
Uncomplicated UTIs Treatment in Peterborough
Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) advice and NHS-funded* Treatment in Peterborough
*The pharmacist will check your suitability and eligibility for the Free NHS Pharmacy First Service. In some cases, an antibiotic may not be required for your symptoms. Also, if the pharmacist finds that your symptoms suggest a more serious infection or another condition, they may refer you to your GP or another service for further assessment and treatment.
What is Urinary Tract Infection?
What are the signs and symptoms of UTI?
- Increased frequency of going to the toilet to pass urine than usual.
- The sensation of burning or pain whilst passing urine (dysuria)
- Going more frequently to the toilet to pass urine during the night than usual (nocturia)
- Needing to pee more urgently or suddenly than usual
- Blood in urine
- Pain in the lower abdomen or your back, just below the ribs
- Feeling hot or having a high temperature
- Feeling very cold, temperature below 36 degrees celsius
- Cloudy looking pee
Your pee may also look dark and smell. If you don’t have any other symptoms, this can also happen if you are not drinking enough fluids.
Which treatment options are provided for uncomplicated UTIs through the Pharmacy First Service in Peterborough?
*If you are issued a prescription medicine, you will pay the standard NHS prescription charge unless you’re eligible for free prescriptions.
Want to learn more about UTI infections? Visit the NHS webpage for up-to-date advice and information on UTIs.