<s>[INST] Will a UTI cause damage to the kidneys? [/INST] If the UTI is treated early, then there will likely be no lasting effect on your urinary tract. UTIs can cause harm if not found and treated quickly Source: Urology Care Foundation. Link: https://www.urologyhealth.org/urology-a-z/u/urinary-tract-infections-in-adults. Field: Urology. Disease: Urinary Tract Infection  </s>