[26F] Experiencing burning with urination and fatigue

What might be happening

Based on the information you've provided, the most likely diagnoses include:

• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): This is a common condition where bacteria infect the urinary tract, causing symptoms such as burning during urination, urgency, and sometimes blood in the urine. Fatigue can also be a symptom of a UTI.

  • Typical treatment involves antibiotics prescribed by a healthcare provider.

• Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI): Certain STIs can cause burning during urination and blood in the urine. However, you mentioned no recent new sexual partners, which makes this less likely.

  • Treatment involves specific antibiotics or antiviral medications, depending on the STI.

• Kidney Stones: These are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They can cause severe pain and sometimes blood in the urine, but you mentioned no severe pain, which makes this less likely.

  • Treatment involves pain relief, drinking lots of fluids, and sometimes medical procedures to remove or break up the stones.

What you can do

You should seek medical attention as soon as possible. In the meantime, here are a few things you can do:

1. Drink plenty of water: This can help flush bacteria out of your urinary system.
2. Avoid drinks that might irritate your bladder: These include coffee, alcohol, and soft drinks containing citrus juice or caffeine.
3. Use a heating pad: Applying a heating pad to your abdomen can help minimize feelings of bladder pressure or pain.

What you should look out for

You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Severe pain in your back or side, below your ribs
• Fever and chills
• Nausea and vomiting
• Pus or blood in your urine
• An intense urge to urinate, or frequent urination

Remember, while I strive to provide accurate information, I am not a doctor. Please consult with a healthcare professional for a formal diagnosis and treatment.