UTI Treatment Recovery Time

Some people will have just one or two of these infections over the course of their life. Others may have conditions that make them more prone to getting a UTI, and possibly even harder to treat. These conditions may include diabetes, brain or nerve disorders, bowel incontinence, enlarged prostate, kidney stones, and more. Some people will choose to use antibiotics as a UTI treatment, and these antibiotics may take a few days to a week or so to work. As with any antibiotics, some are more effective with certain microorganisms than others, so a second round of antibiotics may be necessary. As an alternative, there are some natural home remedies that many people find effective, and these may take less than a day to about a week to work. Because the treatment options may take some time to work and kill off the entire infection, many people will also take over the counter anti-inflammatory and pain relievers to address the painful symptoms of a UTI in addition to the antibiotics or natural UTIs treatment options.

While you want your UTI to be cured as soon as possible, avoid haste in selecting a treatment option and take time to research your options thoroughly. A UTI that is not properly treated can spread and worsen, causing kidney damage and nephritis.