{"id":41667,"date":"2023-11-16T07:34:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T07:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/?p=41667"},"modified":"2025-06-12T19:24:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T19:24:29","slug":"what-happens-if-a-uti-goes-untreated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/prostate-health\/what-happens-if-a-uti-goes-untreated\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens If A UTI Goes Untreated?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>UTIs are common infections that impact the bladder, the kidneys, and the tubes connecting them.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you are suffering from a UTI, you may feel burning when urinating, frequent urination, and an urgent need to use the restroom.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It usually passes within a few days and can be treated with antibiotics.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But what happens if a UTI goes untreated?<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Keep reading to find out.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-risks-of-untreated-utis\">What are the risks of untreated UTIs?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While a urinary tract infection may improve on its own, it typically requires antibiotics for complete resolution.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, if a UTI goes untreated, it may become a more severe infection.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Leaving a UTI untreated can cause the infection to spread to other parts of the urinary tract and the body, like the kidneys.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This can result in severe and life-threatening complications.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If the UTI develops into a kidney infection, it can be more severe and could enter the bloodstream.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This could then cause sepsis, which can make a person very ill.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sepsis usually presents with the following symptoms:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Extreme pain or discomfort<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Confusion<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Fast heart rate<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Shortness of breath<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Fever<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Chills<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you or someone you know are experiencing <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/uti-symptoms-in-elderly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">symptoms common with UTI<\/a>, it is best to see a healthcare provider.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They can diagnose the condition correctly and treat you.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>[bensnaturalhealthIinlineLeadGen id =&#8221;1&#8243; event=&#8221;Prostate eBook Download&#8221; image=&#8221;https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/PSA-cover.png&#8221; title=&#8221;Sign Up For Our Newsletter!&#8221; content=&#8221;##Receive 10% off our best-selling supplements ##Get Your FREE PSA Lowering Diet Plan ##Be the first to hear about sales and promotions ## Stay up to date on our latest health news&#8221;]<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-an-untreated-uti-be-dangerous\">Can an untreated UTI be dangerous?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yes, untreated UTIs can be dangerous, as they may spread from the bladder to one or both kidneys.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you have a UTI for too long, this process can lead to kidney failure or permanent kidney scarring.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Kidney infections can also cause high blood pressure. Symptoms of a kidney infection include:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>High fever with or without chills<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Nausea or vomiting<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Pain in your lower back or your lower abdomen<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sepsis that starts in the urinary tract is known as urosepsis.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If your healthcare providers suspect sepsis or advanced infections, they will further investigations such as:\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Blood tests<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Kidney scans<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Or an ultrasound<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>People who survive urosepsis can suffer life-altering consequences, including chronic pain, organ dysfunction, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and even amputations.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-preventing-complications-from-urinary-tract-infections\">Preventing complications from urinary tract infections<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To treat UTIs, healthcare providers typically prescribe a course of antibiotics. It is essential to take the entire course of antibiotics precisely as a healthcare provider prescribes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Some factors, such as poor hygiene, can be easily modified and help prevent or lessen the chances of UTI complications.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are ways to reduce the chance of UTI complications, such as:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-urinate-after-sexual-activity\">Urinate after sexual activity<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is a good idea to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/sexual-health\/does-peeing-after-sex-prevent-pregnancy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pee after sex<\/a> to flush out unwanted germs, such as E. Coli, that may have moved around.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also, avoid going from anal intercourse to vaginal intercourse without washing the penis because doing so could directly transfer germs into a woman&#8217;s urinary tract.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-hold-your-pee-for-too-long\">Don\u2019t hold your pee for too long<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/holding-your-pee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Holding in urine<\/a> can increase the risk of several problems and even cause or worsen a urinary tract infection.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Urinating is a natural way for the body to wash out germs from the urinary tract.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stay-well-hydrated\">Stay well hydrated<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>One of the most significant steps for prevention is drinking a lot of water and keeping the bladder empty.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The American Urological Association (AUA) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urologyhealth.org\/urology-a-z\/u\/urinary-tract-infections-in-adults\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">recommends<\/a> drinking nearly half a gallon of water daily to ensure the urinary system and body have plenty of fluid.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vitamin-d\">Vitamin D<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Consider taking vitamin D supplements. <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23911156\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Researchers<\/a> found that some women with <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/recurrent-uti\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recurrent UTIs<\/a> had lower amounts of vitamin D than women who did not experience recurring UTIs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Also, Vitamin D plays a role in strengthening the immune system.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drinking-cranberry-juice\">Drinking cranberry juice<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Although data on cranberry is mixed, some <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29046404\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">studies<\/a> show that cranberry juice or supplements may prevent recurrent UTIs.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-good-hygiene\">Good Hygiene<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A few <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hygiene tips<\/a> include taking showers instead of baths and avoiding douching, sprays, or powders in the genital area.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Teaching girls to wipe from front to back while potty training prevents UTIs. Instilling this simple yet effective practice can help ensure their health and well-being.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, do not rely on home remedies as UTI treatment since no known home remedies currently can treat a UTI.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You must seek medical attention if you suspect or have a UTI. Your healthcare provider will perform tests such as a urine culture or urinalysis to confirm the diagnosis.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":40761,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-a-bladder-infection-be-life-threatening\">Can a bladder infection be life-threatening?<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A UTI can lead to death if left untreated. As the bacteria spread throughout the body via the bloodstream, it releases toxins and triggers an inflammatory response.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Additionally, the bacteria can cause dysfunction of vital organs, affecting their correct functioning and ultimately resulting in the patient&#8217;s death.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, death rarely results from cystitis or an uncomplicated bladder infection.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Although not widespread, UTIs may lead to a form of sepsis called urosepsis, with a mortality rate between 20%-40%.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This article discussed what happens if a UTI goes untreated.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If left untre\u00adated, a UTI can escalate\u00ad into more severe complications. The infe\u00adction has the potential to spread to the kidneys, resulting in a potentially life\u00ad-threatening kidney infe\u00adction.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Moreover, untreate\u00add UTIs can lead to recurring infections, long-term bladder issues, and, in rare cases, sepsis.\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Seeking prompt me\u00addical attention when suspecting a UTI is crucial for pre\u00adventing these complications and ensuring appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explore-more\">Explore More<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":40899,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"custom\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination-1024x256.jpg\" alt=\"how to clean private parts after urination\" class=\"wp-image-40899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination-1024x256.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination-1536x384.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bensnaturalhealth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.bensnaturalhealth.com\/how-to-clean-private-parts-after-urination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Clean Your Genitals After Peeing<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UTIs are common infections that impact the bladder, the kidneys, and the tubes connecting them.\u00a0 If you are suffering from a UTI, you may feel burning when urinating, frequent urination, and an urgent need to use the restroom.\u00a0 It usually passes within a few days and can be treated with antibiotics.\u00a0 But what happens if [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":36,"featured_media":41668,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"health_topic":[124,138],"class_list":["post-41667","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","health_topic-prostate-health","health_topic-urinary-symptoms"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What Happens If A UTI Goes Untreated? 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