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It is unusual for men to have a urinary tract infection (UTI)
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is infection of any part of the urinary tract, usually by bacteria, but rarely by other micro-organisms such as fungi, viruses, or parasites.
Most urinary tract infections (UTIs) in men are not associated with any risk factor. Men with a single UTI can be manged in the community and do not require secondary care referral.
The following risk factors may predispose men to a single episode or recurrent UTIs
Focused history and examination
Persistent non visible and visible haematuria - see haematuria guideline
Suspected urological cancer - see 2ww guideline
True male UTI is rare and if suspected warrants thorough investigation.There is therefore no point in performing a urine dip as MSU is always required.
Men with a single UTI can be manged in the community and do not require secondary care referral.
Relapsing UTI can be managed in the community with a longer course of appropriate antibiotics.
e-Referral Service Selection
European Association of Urology
This guideline has been signed off on behalf of NHS Devon CCG.
Publication date: February 2019