Topic Overview

Several factors determine whether you have a complicated urinary tract infection.

• You have symptoms, such as:
  • A high temperature, greater than 101°F (38.3°C).
  • Ongoing nausea, vomiting, and chills.
  • Your condition getting worse in spite of doctor-directed home treatment.
• You have other risks, such as:
  • Diabetes.
  • Pregnancy.
  • Urinary tract blockage or kidney stones.
  • An enlarged prostate.
  • Having a catheter in place.
  • An improperly formed urinary tract.
  • An impaired immune system.