Can UTIs cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, nausea and vomiting can occur with severe or advanced UTIs, particularly if the infection has spread to the kidneys. These symptoms require urgent medical attention.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Nausea and vomiting are systemic symptoms and may indicate that a urinary tract infection has progressed to a kidney infection (pyelonephritis). Other signs may include fever, chills, and flank pain. Hospital care and intravenous antibiotics may be required. NHS: Kidney infection and UTI.
Clinical Context
Clinics treat uncomplicated UTIs in the community. Nausea and vomiting signal a possible severe infection—seek immediate assessment.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NICE and NHS advise urgent care if you have vomiting with UTI symptoms. Kidney infection can be serious and is a medical emergency.