How do I know if I need to go for a test or if my situation is normal?

Question

Hello, I have never had a urinary tract infection. However, I must have symptoms that correspond to them. I urinate frequently, my lower abdomen is swollen and I have lower back pain that comes and goes. However, I don't have a burning sensation when I urinate.

Mathieu Duchesne · Accepted Answer

The symptoms you describe are very similar to a urinary tract infection. You do not need to have a burning sensation when you urinate. Since you have never been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection, you should see a doctor or nurse practitioner who can make the diagnosis.