How long does a urinary tract infection last?
There are several factors that determine how long a urinary tract infection would last. Although, in the normal scenario, a urinary tract infection lasts not longer than one week. The first aspect to consider when determining how long a UTI will last is whether it is simple or complicated. Uncomplicated UTIs are much more frequent than complicated UTIs, which last for roughly 3–5 days, and for some people, may even take up to 7 days to cure. They often affect the lower urinary system (the bladder) and do not have other characteristics that might make treatment more difficult. On the other hand, treating complicated UTIs might take up to 14 days or more. Your body’s immune system can sometimes eliminate the invading bacteria without requiring medications. When an uncomplicated UTI is left untreated, it may be easier for the bacteria to grow and the symptoms to worsen, converting it into a complicated UTI. Since antibiotics are the “gold standard” for treating UTIs, it’s always a g