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Dr. Sherene Mason, MD is a pediatric nephrologist in Farmington, CT specializing in pediatric nephrology and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 2006 and has 18 years of experience. Dr. Sherene Mason, MD is affiliated with Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Hartford Hospital, Hartford HealthCare and CONNECTICUT CHILDREN'S SPECIALTY GROUP, INC.
399 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT 06032
Hartford, CT 06106
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. Sherene Mason, MD graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 2006. She has a state license in Connecticut.
Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine (2006)
Licensed In: Connecticut
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sherene Mason, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
$235
SOLIRIS $163 |
$72 |
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Silvergate Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
$34
Epaned $34 |
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Mallinckrodt LLC |
$18
ACTHAR $18 |
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Retrophin, Inc. |
$7
(815) Thiola $7 |
Honoraria | $150 |
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Food and Beverage | $137 |
Education | $7 |
Dr. Sherene Mason practices pediatric nephrology and general pediatrics in Hartford, CT and Farmington, CT. Her clinical interests include hypertension (high blood pressure), lupus, and urinary tract infection (UTI). She attended the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at a hospital affiliated with Yale University. Dr. Mason's professional affiliations include Connecticut Children's Medical Center and Hartford Hospital. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Farmington, CT.