A urinalysis commonly reveals white blood cells (WBCs) or red blood cells (RBCs).
A urine culture (clean catch) or catheterized urine specimen may be performed to determine the type of bacteria in the urine and the appropriate antibiotic for treatment.
Many women recognise the symptoms of cystitis once they have experienced it the first time and may buy over the counter remedies instead of consulting a doctor.
Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
In chronic or recurrent cases of cystitis the involvement of a medical practitioner is advisable and the follow up monitoring of a patient's urine is performed to ensure that bacteria are no longer present in the bladder.Possible complications
- Chronic or recurrent urinary tract infection
- Complicated UTI (pyelonephritis)
- Acute renal failure
