Patient discussions
The patient should be advised to seek follow-up evaluation and treatment if symptoms recur or do not resolve.
Give all patients information on self-care and safety-netting advice, including advice to:[4][3][69]
Drink enough fluids so they do not feel thirsty (aim to drink 6 to 8 glasses per day, including water or decaffeinated, sugar-free drinks)
Take paracetamol or ibuprofen (if appropriate) at regular intervals for pain relief.
Public Health England recommends the TARGET UTI patient leaflet. TARGET: antibiotic toolkit Opens in new window
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