The urinary tract consists of: the two kidneys that produce urine and are located below the ribs in the middle of the back; two ureters- that carry urine from the kidneys to your bladder; the bladder the organ where the urine is accumulated; and last is the urethra where the stored urine is eliminated from. You have two sphincter muscles that are always in use a the opening of your bladder to stop the stored urine leaking out. Those are the main anatomical parts of the urinary system.nnUrinary infections are common especially in women and in pregnant women, and if they are left untreated or not treated in time they can cause kidney infections. The bladder is sterile and so is its content. The stored urine contains water, minerals, salts and waste products.nnWomen are more susceptible to UTI\'s during pregnancy because of the changes in hormones and in the content of the urine. It\'s a lot more difficult to completely empty the bladder because of the pressure of the uterus on the ureters.nnHere you have a description of certain types of UTI\'snnAsymptomatic bacteraemia can lead to kidney infection, and is caused by germs in the urinary tract before pregnancy. Cystitis is a bladder infection that manifests clinically with pain, frequent urination, burning when urinating, fever. Sometimes frequent urination and feeling the need to urinate are normal symptoms during pregnancy that may be mistaken for an urinary infection. Kidney infections usually occur when a bladder infection is not treated in time.nnThe most common agents of infection are: E.Coli, group B streptococcus and the sexually transmitted gonorrhea and chlamydeous. Some of these germs are present on the skin and the genital area all the time, but for some people ( usually those with low healthy bacteria and immune system problems ) these bacteria will cause an infection. Women are usually tested for infection at their first prenatal visit, there are tests taken on the urine to see if there are any bacteria present, and if there is found bacteria antibiotics are needed. Antibiotics are likely to be prescribed by your doctor as he knows better which ones are the best in your case, especially if you are pregnant.nnAs soon as you start to suffer from any symptoms you should contact your doctor. If you\'re pregnant you can receive the antibiotics through a drip in hospital. Don\'t attempt to purchase your own antibiotics online without the help of your doctor because it may cause you and the baby harm and complications may occur such as: early labour and pyelonephritis.
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