It is taken after a contrast agent is injected into the body. A cystoscopy allows the provider to use a scope to look into the bladder. Once treatment has begun, the symptoms of cystitis disappear within 24 hours. Antibiotics must be taken for the full course, though. If the UTI is not successfully treated, there may be kidney damage.
Bacteria can spread into the bloodstream.
This can cause a serious blood infection called sepsis . Ibuprofen or acetaminophen may be used to reduce fever . Antibiotics may cause stomach upset, rash , and allergic reactions . Phenazopyridine turns the urine a bright orange color. Urinary symptoms usually clear up within the first 3 days of antibiotic therapy.