differential diagnosis of UTI

Last reviewed 01/2018

The differential diagnosis involves:

  • vaginitis or vulvovaginal infections e.g. - Gardnerella, Candida albicans, Trichomonas, bacterial vaginosis – look for any vaginal discharge
  • sexually transmitted diseases - inquire about sexual activity and recent change of partner
  • urethral syndrome  
  • interstitial cystitis 
  • dysmenorrhoea (1)

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