Online UTI Treatment in Florida for Adults
Fast MD-only UTI care by secure online video visit for adults in Florida, $49 flat-fee, no insurance required.
Burning with urination, urinary frequency, and bladder pressure are classic signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Many straightforward UTIs in otherwise healthy adults can be safely evaluated and treated through telehealth. Our board-certified MDs follow guideline-based criteria to confirm when symptoms are consistent with an uncomplicated UTI and prescribe antibiotics when appropriate, while watching carefully for warning signs of kidney infection or other serious illness that require in-person care.
- Board-certified MD every visit (no mid-levels)
- $49 flat-fee video visit, adults in Florida
- No insurance required; HSA/FSA friendly
- Available in 25+ states, including Florida
- Guideline-based UTI evaluation and treatment
What Is a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection involving the bladder, urethra, or less commonly the kidneys. In adults, uncomplicated UTIs most often affect the bladder (cystitis) and cause burning with urination, urinary urgency, frequent small-volume voids, and suprapubic discomfort. The most common bacteria is Escherichia coli from the gut.
TeleDirectMD focuses on uncomplicated lower UTIs in adults without red-flag features. During a secure video visit, the MD confirms that your symptoms are typical for cystitis, screens for pregnancy, fever, flank pain, or systemic illness, reviews your medication list and allergies, and decides whether empiric antibiotics, urine testing, or in-person evaluation is most appropriate for you in Florida.
Symptoms and Red Flags for Adult UTIs
The table below summarizes common UTI symptoms, what they may suggest, and whether they are usually appropriate for telehealth vs when urgent in-person or emergency evaluation is needed.
| Symptom | What it suggests | Telehealth appropriate? | Red flag requiring urgent in-person or ER care |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burning with urination (dysuria) | Very common in uncomplicated bladder infection (cystitis) | Yes, if mild to moderate and no fever, flank pain, or pregnancy | Severe pain, visible blood clots, or associated genital sores or discharge needing in-person exam |
| Urinary frequency and urgency | Irritation of bladder lining from infection or inflammation | Yes, typical UTI symptom in otherwise healthy adults | Inability to pass any urine, severe pelvic pain, or urinary retention |
| Suprapubic pressure or discomfort | Bladder inflammation from cystitis | Yes, if stable, afebrile, and able to drink fluids | Severe abdominal pain, guarding, or concern for surgical abdomen |
| Visible blood in urine (hematuria) | Can occur with UTI; also seen in stones or other conditions | Sometimes. MD may treat as UTI but arrange follow-up testing | Large blood clots, inability to urinate, or repeated heavy bleeding |
| Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C) | Possible kidney infection (pyelonephritis) or systemic infection | No. Needs in-person exam and often labs and imaging | High fever, shaking chills, confusion, or feeling very ill |
| Flank or back pain under the ribs | Concern for kidney infection or kidney stones | No. Usually requires in-person evaluation and possibly imaging | Severe flank pain with nausea, vomiting, or fever |
| Nausea, vomiting, or inability to keep fluids down | Systemic illness or more serious infection | No. Telehealth is not enough if you cannot hydrate or keep meds down | Persistent vomiting, lightheadedness, or signs of dehydration |
| UTI symptoms in pregnancy | Higher risk of complications; needs closer monitoring | Often needs local in-person evaluation and urine testing | Any fever, flank pain, contractions, or decreased fetal movement |
| UTI symptoms in patients with diabetes, kidney disease, or immunosuppression | Higher risk for complicated UTI and sepsis | MD may recommend in-person evaluation rather than telehealth-only | Fever, confusion, low blood pressure, or rapid heart rate |
Conditions That Can Mimic a UTI
Several conditions can cause burning or urinary symptoms but are not simple bladder infections. During your video visit, the MD will ask targeted questions to distinguish among:
- Vaginitis or yeast infection: Burning, itching, and discharge more than urinary frequency.
- Bacterial vaginosis: Thin discharge and odor, less urinary focus.
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and others can cause dysuria and discharge.
- Overactive bladder or bladder irritation: Frequency without infection.
- Kidney stones: Flank pain, hematuria, and colicky pain.
- Prostatitis or pelvic pain syndromes in men: Perineal discomfort, deep pelvic pain, or systemic symptoms.
If your symptoms suggest a diagnosis that cannot be safely managed by telehealth alone, we will direct you to in-person care in Florida and, when possible, outline what to tell the clinic or urgent care to streamline your visit.
When a Florida Video Visit Is Appropriate for UTI Symptoms
Many adults in Florida with straightforward UTI symptoms can be treated safely by an MD via online video visit. The checklists below show when TeleDirectMD is a good fit and when you should go directly to an in-person clinic or emergency department instead.
Video Visit Is Usually Appropriate When
- You are an adult located in Florida (age 18 or older).
- You have burning with urination, frequency, or urgency without flank pain.
- You do not have a fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C).
- You are not pregnant and have no severe chronic kidney disease.
- You can keep fluids and medication down by mouth.
- You do not feel severely ill or confused.
- You are able to connect by secure video and review your medication list.
Red Flags Requiring In-Person or ER Care
- Fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C), shaking chills, or feeling faint.
- Severe flank or back pain under the ribs.
- Nausea or vomiting that prevents you from keeping fluids or pills down.
- UTI symptoms during pregnancy.
- History of kidney infection, kidney stones, or single kidney with new pain.
- Recent urologic surgery, catheter use, or known anatomical abnormalities.
- Immunosuppression, advanced diabetes, or active cancer treatment with systemic symptoms.
- Inability to urinate, severe pelvic pain, or large blood clots in the urine.
How TeleDirectMD Treats Adult UTIs in Florida
During your $49 MD-only video visit, the physician will confirm that your symptoms are consistent with an uncomplicated UTI, review your medical history, allergies, and current medications, and decide on the most appropriate treatment plan. We practice antibiotic stewardship: prescribing antibiotics when the likelihood of bacterial infection is high, and avoiding antibiotics when symptoms suggest a noninfectious or viral cause.
Supportive Care
- Hydration with water or oral rehydration solutions as tolerated.
- Scheduled bathroom trips to fully empty the bladder.
- Over-the-counter pain relief such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen if safe for you.
- Short-term use of urinary analgesics like phenazopyridine to reduce burning, if appropriate.
Evidence-Based Antibiotic Choices
When an uncomplicated UTI is likely and you have no major contraindications, the MD may prescribe one of several first-line or alternative oral antibiotics, selected based on current guidelines, your allergy profile, and prior antibiotic exposure. Common options for uncomplicated cystitis in nonpregnant adults include nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, or a beta-lactam such as cephalexin. We avoid fluoroquinolones for simple bladder infections whenever possible.
When a Urine Test or Culture Is Needed
Many straightforward UTIs can be treated empirically without a urine culture. However, your Florida TeleDirectMD MD may recommend local testing if you have recurrent infections, unusual symptoms, risk factors for complicated UTI, or limited response to prior antibiotics. In those situations we will explain what to request at an urgent care, primary care clinic, or lab near you.
Common Medications for Adult UTIs
| Medication | Dose (adults) | Duration | When we may use it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals | 100 mg by mouth BID | 5 days | First-line for uncomplicated cystitis in many nonpregnant adults with normal kidney function |
| Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole DS | 1 tablet by mouth BID | 3 days | Alternative for uncomplicated UTI when local resistance is acceptable and no sulfa allergy or pregnancy |
| Cephalexin | 500 mg by mouth BID to QID | 5 to 7 days | Option for patients who cannot take first-line agents but can use beta-lactams and have low risk for resistance |
| Phenazopyridine | 200 mg by mouth TID with food | Up to 2 days | Short-term urinary analgesic to help with burning while antibiotics take effect; may discolor urine orange |
Final medication choice, dose, and duration are always individualized based on your age, kidney function, allergies, pregnancy status, other health conditions, and current guidelines at the time of your visit. TeleDirectMD does not prescribe controlled substances.
Home Care, Recovery, and Return-to-Work Guidance
Most uncomplicated bladder infections in otherwise healthy adults begin to improve within 24 to 48 hours after starting appropriate antibiotics. Your MD will review home-care steps and expected recovery during the visit.
Home Care Tips
- Take your antibiotics exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you feel better early.
- Drink water regularly unless you have been told to restrict fluids for another condition.
- Avoid delaying urination; empty your bladder fully when you feel the urge.
- Use over-the-counter pain relievers and phenazopyridine only as directed, if they are safe for you.
- Contact us or seek care promptly if symptoms worsen instead of improving.
Return-to-Work Considerations
Many adults with mild UTI symptoms can continue working if they feel well enough and have bathroom access. If your symptoms are more intense, fatigue is significant, or you need a short rest period, your TeleDirectMD physician can usually provide a brief note confirming evaluation. We do not complete FMLA, disability, or long-term workplace accommodation forms.
About TeleDirectMD’s Online UTI Care in Florida
TeleDirectMD is a physician-led virtual urgent care service providing MD-only video visits for adults in Florida and 25+ other states. Each visit is a $49 flat-fee with no insurance required. We focus on conditions that can be safely managed through telehealth, use guideline-based evaluation for UTIs and other infections, and prescribe antibiotics only when clinically appropriate. Visits are conducted by secure video, and most prescriptions are sent electronically to your preferred local or mail-order pharmacy within minutes of the visit when indicated. TeleDirectMD is not a replacement for the emergency department; if you have red-flag symptoms or feel severely ill, call 911 or seek in-person care immediately.
Florida UTI Telehealth: Frequently Asked Questions
Can TeleDirectMD treat UTIs in Florida by video visit?
Yes. TeleDirectMD provides MD-only online video visits for adults located in Florida with uncomplicated UTI symptoms such as burning, frequency, and urgency without high fever or flank pain. During the visit, the physician confirms that telehealth is appropriate and can send prescriptions electronically to a Florida pharmacy when indicated.
What UTI symptoms are appropriate for an online visit?
Typical symptoms that work well for a video visit include burning with urination, urinary urgency, frequent small-volume voids, and mild suprapubic pressure in an otherwise stable adult. If you have high fever, severe flank pain, vomiting, confusion, or feel very ill, you need in-person or emergency care instead of telehealth.
When is a UTI serious enough for urgent in-person or ER care?
You should seek urgent in-person or ER care for fever ≥ 100.4°F (38°C), shaking chills, severe flank or back pain, dizziness, confusion, inability to keep fluids or medications down, large blood clots in the urine, or UTI symptoms during pregnancy. These features may indicate kidney infection or sepsis and cannot be managed safely by video alone.
Can you prescribe antibiotics for UTI during the Florida video visit?
Yes. If your TeleDirectMD physician determines that your symptoms, history, and risk factors are consistent with an uncomplicated UTI, they can prescribe an appropriate oral antibiotic and send it electronically to a Florida pharmacy of your choice. We do not prescribe antibiotics when the likelihood of bacterial infection is low or red-flag features are present.
Which antibiotics do you commonly use for uncomplicated UTIs?
For uncomplicated bladder infections in nonpregnant adults, common options include nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and beta-lactams such as cephalexin when appropriate. The physician will choose a medication based on your allergies, kidney function, other medications, and current guidelines. We avoid fluoroquinolones for simple cystitis whenever possible.
Do I need a urine test or culture for every UTI?
Not always. Many otherwise healthy adults with classic uncomplicated UTI symptoms can be treated without a urine culture. Your MD may recommend local urine testing if you have atypical symptoms, recurrent infections, concerning medical history, or poor response to prior antibiotics. In those cases, we will explain what to request at a clinic or lab in your area.
Can you treat UTIs if I am pregnant?
UTIs in pregnancy require closer in-person monitoring due to higher risk of complications. If you are pregnant and have UTI symptoms, we generally recommend evaluation by an in-person obstetric or primary care provider who can obtain urine testing and follow you more closely. If you are unsure, a TeleDirectMD MD can help you decide the safest next step but may direct you to in-person care.
How quickly can I be seen and get a prescription in Florida?
Same-day and often near-immediate visit slots are usually available. Most UTI visits take about 10 to 15 minutes. When antibiotics are appropriate, prescriptions are typically sent electronically to your chosen Florida pharmacy within minutes after the video visit is completed.
How much does an online UTI visit cost with TeleDirectMD?
Each adult UTI visit is a $49 flat-fee MD-only video visit, regardless of how many questions you ask during that encounter. We do not bill insurance, but you may use HSA or FSA funds when allowed. Medication costs are separate and depend on the pharmacy and your coverage.
Can you treat recurrent UTIs or frequent infections online?
We can often evaluate recurrent UTIs by video, review prior history, and discuss prevention strategies. However, frequent infections sometimes require in-person testing, imaging, or urology referral. If we see patterns that suggest a more complex problem, we will outline appropriate next steps and help you coordinate local follow-up.
Do you treat men with UTI symptoms via telehealth?
Yes, we evaluate UTI-like symptoms in adult men, but we apply a higher threshold for in-person evaluation because infections in men are more likely to be complicated or related to prostatitis or other conditions. If your symptoms can be reasonably managed by telehealth, we may prescribe treatment; if not, we will direct you to a local clinic or urgent care for examination and testing.