Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD is an urologist in Dublin, OH specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). She graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD is affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and OSU UROLOGY, LLC.
6700 University Boulevard 2nd Floor, Suite 2a
Dublin, OH 43016
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD treated as an urologist in Dublin, OH were lab tests, urologic procedures and minimally invasive procedures.
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Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine in 2016. She completed residency at Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Ohio.
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Licensed In: Ohio
Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 56 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Dublin, OH.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Sweigert, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,058
AMS $566 |
LITHOVUE $127 |
GENERAL - THERAPIES $94 |
GENERAL - ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION $86 |
STONE CONE $42 |
Other $144 |
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$175
TITAN $175 |
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$123
BOTOX OAB $123 |
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$87
(815) Thiola $87 |
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$15
HARMONIC Product Family $15 |
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Dr. Sarah Sweigert's area of specialization is urology (urinary tract disease). Patients rated her highly, giving her an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Sweigert's clinical interests include erectile dysfunction (impotence), hematuria (blood in urine), and urinary tract infection (UTI). She is professionally affiliated with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. According to Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Dublin, OH. Dr. Sweigert attended medical school at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Her medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Loyola University.
