Burning Urine
| CARD 17 · YELLOW | |
|---|---|
| Category | Pre-existing |
| 108 | Not always required |
| Pathway | ASHA → Sub-Centre → PHC |
What is this?
A burning or stinging pain when passing urine, or needing to pass urine very often, is a sign of a urinary tract infection (UTI). UTIs are very common in pregnancy because body changes make it easier for bacteria to enter the bladder and kidneys. If not treated with the correct antibiotic, a UTI can spread to the kidneys and cause a serious infection (sepsis) that can trigger premature labour.
Do not try to treat a UTI on your own with leftover tablets, herbal remedies, or by drinking more water alone. The ANM or doctor will test the urine and give the correct antibiotic for pregnancy. Take every tablet in the full course — do not stop when the burning eases. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to support recovery.
- Tell your ANM or go to the PHC — do not treat this at home with leftover medicine
- Get a urine test — the ANM can do this at the Sub-Centre
- Take the antibiotic given by the doctor and finish the entire course
- Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day
Pathway: ASHA→Sub-Centre (urine test)→PHC
A UTI becomes dangerous when it has spread to the kidneys — signs include back and side pain, fever and shivering, foul-smelling urine, and nausea. A kidney infection during pregnancy can trigger early labour. If any of these signs appear alongside the burning, go to the PHC the same day.
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Related cards
- Body Feels Hot — fever alongside UTI can mean it has spread to the kidneys
- Strong Belly Pain — kidney infection causes back and belly pain
- Cannot Eat or Drink — infection often stops eating and drinking