Which specialty treats cystitis?
Urology. Fever and flank/back pain can indicate kidney infection and need prompt assessment.
UROLOGY
Painful urination, frequency & fever
Infection may involve the bladder or kidneys. Fever and flank/back pain can indicate a more serious infection needing prompt assessment.
Symptoms, urine testing/culture and sometimes blood tests guide treatment, including antibiotics when indicated.
Medicine and duration depend on diagnosis. Follow the prescribed course and reassess recurrent symptoms.
Do not wait for a routine appointment with fever, chills, severe back pain or inability to drink. Do not reuse leftover antibiotics.
Costs depend on symptoms, tests, treatment and insurance eligibility. Confirm coverage, self-pay services such as ED care, and testing-only charges. Bring insurance eligibility documents, medication records and screening results.
Urology. Fever and flank/back pain can indicate kidney infection and need prompt assessment.
Do not self-medicate. Complete prescribed courses and investigate recurrent symptoms.