A healthy vagina naturally has a balance of yeast and bacteria. A yeast infection, also referred to as "monilia" or "candidiasis," occurs when that balance is disrupted and there is an overgrowth of yeast (candida). Yeast infection symptoms can include redness, itching and irritation in the vagina and vulva, pain or a burning sensation during sex and urination, and a thick discharge with a consistency similar to cottage cheese.

Urinary tract infections happen when bacteria enter the urethra, travel up the urinary tract, and multiply. As the bacteria spread, your urinary tract becomes inflamed and infected, leading to discomfort. Symptoms of UTIs can include painful burning when you urinate and a frequent urge to urinate. You may also notice that your urine is slightly cloudy, or even bloody, and smells like ammonia. UTIs don’t usually affect your discharge but might turn it a yellowish-green color.

Our UTI test is the same test you take at the doctor, and a simple, one-step process. Pee on the test strip pads. After letting the results develop for two minutes, compare the test strip pads to the color chart on the test wrapper. Check out our full instructions here.

If your UTI test shows a positive result, share the results with your primary care provider. If your doctor has a web portal, we recommend messaging and uploading there. If not, give them a call and ask where you can send a photo of the test results. While you wait for a prescription or next steps from your doctor, drink lots of water, as staying hydrated helps flush your urinary tract of bacteria. If you're experiencing pain and discomfort, check out our UTI fast-acting pain relief to help alleviate UTI symptoms.

Our tests are clinically-tested at detecting common forms of UTIs. Remember, only a full urinalysis can detect every type of UTI. So if you have symptoms (even if you tested negative), please contact your primary care provider for assessment and treatment.