I get those ALL the time. My junior year in college, I got 10 - and that was just during the 9 months I was in classes! And it doesn't help that I am allergic to some of the meds they prescribe for it. Now I have to take cranberry and Vitamin C pills every day to try and keep them from occurring.

You should definitely get to the pharmacy ASAP and get your antibiotics - that's the ONLY way to get rid of a UTI. As soon as I even *think* I feel one coming on, I make an appointment for that same day. Better to be safe than sorry. If you let them go even a couple of days without antibiotics, they can turn into a kidney infection, which could make you tired and sick like you're describing. If you haven't gotten your antibiotics yet, try taking some AZO over-the-counter stuff to get rid of the pain until you start your antibiotics. It will turn your pee orange, but it really works to mask the pain. Also, drink a TON of water - that way, when you feel like you have to go, you actually can. Drink, drink, drink and sleep, sleep, sleep. You probably will feel relief from the meds by the morning - especially if your doc lets you take a double dose for the first dose (I always do that). Make sure to take every last pill you're prescribed, or else it will come back.

OK, I'm done with my speech now.

I hope you feel better really fast. I know how miserable those can be. Take care, and don't hesitate to go to the hospital if your doctor says you should.