Question

A 35 year old woman presents with burning micturition, urinary frequency and suprapubic discomfort for 2 days. She is not pregnant and has no systemic symptoms. There is no flank pain. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Start short course oral antibiotics for uncomplicated cystitis

Answer

Reassure without treatment

Answer

Admit for IV antibiotics

Answer

Order renal ultrasound urgently

Answer

Start long term prophylactic antibiotics immediately

Practice question

A 35 year old woman presents with burning micturition, urinary frequency and suprapubic discomfort for 2 days. She is not pregnant and has no systemic symptoms. There is no flank pain. What is the most appropriate management?