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If you think you have a urinary tract infection (UTI) or are concerned about getting recurrent infections, you should talk to your healthcare professional. Your healthcare professional can diagnose your condition, prescribe the proper treatment, and discuss ways to prevent future infections.
Before your doctor or other healthcare professional examines you for a UTI, you may be asked a series of questions relating to your symptoms, sexual activity, and medical history. To help ensure an efficient visit, it's a good idea to bring with you a list of symptoms you've been experiencing. We've included a checklist for women and men to help prepare for the healthcare professional's visit.
Learn more: Preparing for your doctor's visit 
During your physical examination, the healthcare professional will check for a variety of symptoms related to UTIs. You may also be asked to give a urine sample. Your healthcare professional may order laboratory tests to check for bacteria or other organisms that may be causing your UTI. This section has useful information for women and men regarding what to expect at the healthcare professional's visit.
Learn more: How your doctor checks for UTI
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