Urinary Tract Infections

Virtual ER diagnoses and treats urinary tract infections via 24/7 telemedicine. A board-certified physician can evaluate your UTI symptoms through video and send an antibiotic prescription directly to your pharmacy — typically within minutes, no waiting room required.

Dr. Mario Quintanilla, MD
Medically reviewed byDr. Mario Quintanilla, MDChief Medical Director, Bellaire ERLast reviewed: July 2026

Symptoms We Treat

  • Painful or burning urination
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
  • Lower abdominal pressure or pain
  • Blood in urine
  • Pelvic discomfort
  • Low-grade fever with urinary symptoms

How We Treat It

Based on your symptom history and risk factors, our physician prescribes the appropriate antibiotic. Common UTI treatments include trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, nitrofurantoin, or other antibiotics. We also provide guidance on symptom relief and prevention strategies.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Seek in-person care if you have high fever with UTI symptoms, flank or back pain (possible kidney infection), inability to urinate, symptoms not improving after 48 hours of antibiotics, or recurrent UTIs requiring further workup.

Common Questions

Can Virtual ER treat urinary tract infections via telemedicine?

Virtual ER diagnoses and treats urinary tract infections via 24/7 telemedicine. A board-certified physician can evaluate your UTI symptoms through video and send an antibiotic prescription directly to your pharmacy — typically within minutes, no waiting room required.

Do I need to download an app for a telemedicine visit?

No. Virtual ER telemedicine visits run through a web-based platform. No app download or account creation is required.

Can I get a prescription during my telemedicine visit?

Yes. If medication is appropriate, your prescription is sent electronically to the pharmacy of your choice — typically within minutes.

Ready to Get Treated?

Start a telemedicine visit now — no app download, no waiting room. Available 24/7.

Starting Your Visit

You are about to connect with our secure booking platform. Here is what to expect:

  1. Share your symptoms and basic info ~2 min
  2. Connect with a doctor via video 10-20 min
  3. Get a prescription or care plan

Have your insurance card ready if applicable. No app download needed.

Prefer to book by phone?

Call 1-855-FIND-VER