UTI or Kidney Infection? Symptoms, Differences & When to Worry

In this episode of GynoInfo, I break down urinary tract infections (UTIs) in plain, everyday language.We’ll talk about the difference between a bladder infection (lower UTI) and a kidney infection (upper UTI) — because the symptoms and urgency are very different.I cover:Burning with urination and frequent peeingPubic bone pressure and cloudy urineWhen you can try fluids, ibuprofen, or cranberry juiceWhen antibiotics are necessaryWarning signs of a kidney infection (fever, mid-back pain, chills)Why not all burning is a UTI (yeast, STDs, urethritis)What a clean-catch urine sample actually meansIf you’ve ever wondered, “Is this a UTI?” or “Do I need antibiotics?” — this episode will help you think it through calmly and clearly.You can write to us at [email protected] follow us on Instagram @gynoinfo