A urinary tract infection (UTI) typically feels like:

• A burning or stinging sensation when urinating
• A frequent and urgent need to urinate, often passing only small amounts of urine
• Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen or pelvic area
• Cloudy, dark, strong-smelling, or sometimes bloody urine
• A feeling of incomplete bladder emptying, where you still feel the need to urinate after going
• Possible lower back or side pain if the infection has reached the kidneys
• Additional symptoms can include fever, chills, nausea, and fatigue if the infection is more severe

In children and older adults, symptoms may also include irritability, confusion, or worsening incontinence