Dr. Romina Cathy Dunnam, DO is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Seattle, WA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Romina Cathy Dunnam, DO is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Health, Scott & White Clinic, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda.
5350 Tallman Avenue Northwest Suite 420
Seattle, WA 98107
200 Medical Parkway
Austin, TX 78738
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.
Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.
A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.
Dr. Romina Cathy Dunnam, DO graduated from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003. She completed residency at Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Obstetrics & Gynecology - American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (2003)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals (2006)
Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology - American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: Texas
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Romina Cathy Dunnam, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
$371
Essure $323 |
Skyla $48 |
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HOLOGIC INC |
$207
NovaSure $114 |
Myosure $39 |
NS Advanced and MS $38 |
Aptima $15 |
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Astellas Pharma US Inc |
$174
Vesicare $95 |
Myrbetriq $79 |
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COMSORT, Inc |
$100
NEXPLANON $100 |
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Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLC |
$81
Divigel 1.0mg $81 |
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Other |
$486
NEXPLANON $69 |
ESTRACE CREAM $53 |
Orilissa $48 |
Liletta $30 |
KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty $30 |
Other $256 |
Food and Beverage | $1,237 |
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Consulting Fee | $100 |
Education | $81 |
Dr. Romina Dunnam's specialty is general obstetrics & gynecology. Her areas of expertise include the following: newborn care, pain, and hypertension (high blood pressure). She is affiliated with Scott & White Clinic. After completing medical school at Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Dunnam performed her residency at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System and a hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Dunnam has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. She welcomes new patients at her office inSeattle, WA as reported by Doctor.com.