[Acute and recurrent urinary tract infections in women presenting in primary practice].

Acute and recurrent urinary tract infections in women of all age groups are becoming an increasing problem in primary care and medical practice. Symptoms can be relieved by a guideline-oriented acute therapy and a multimodal infection prophylaxis. The restoration of the body's natural defence mechanisms plays a central role. This article informs about the causes, the basic diagnostic examinations and the practical use of therapeutic and prophylactic measures.