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The new treatment for UTI is what?
The new antibiotic, gepotidacin, is the first to be created to treat UTIs in more than 20 years.
How do I treat UTI permanently?
The only way to totally get rid of a UTI is with antibiotics. If you’re experiencing symptoms, it’s best to get to the doctor quickly. They’ll test your urine, and if it’s indeed a UTI, you’ll get a weeklong course of antibiotics. Some research estimates that 25 percent to 42 percent of uncomplicated UTIs can go away on their own. This is usually only common in women with no other health issues. But there are some serious risks that can come from leaving a UTI untreated, including pyelonephritis and sepsis.It works by blocking enzymes the bacteria need to start multiplying in the body. UTIs happen to people of all ages, but are common and especially dangerous for frail, elderly people. Chronic UTIs usually clear up with long-term antibiotics. The doctor may prescribe antibiotics for self-directed use. Getting to know the early signs of infection will help a person take their antibiotics as soon as they are needed.