The regime has responded to the decline of its regular forces by creating a variety of irregular forces (shabbiha militias, Popular Committees, local militias, the Baath Party Militia) and then merging them under the so-called National Defense Forces.
The urine is normally sterile. An infection occurs when bacteria get into the urine and begin to grow. The infection usually starts at the opening of the urethra where the urine leaves the body and moves upward into the urinary tract. 1  The culprit in at least 90% of uncomplicated infections is a type of bacteria called Escherichia coli, better know as E. coli.
What is Urinary Tract Infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) can occur along the urinary tract. Different parts of the urinary tract can be affected. UTIs are caused by bacteria that enter through the urethra. Symptoms include abdominal pain, a strong urge to urinate, burning pain with urination, and cloudy urine. Treatment for UTI includes taking medication.