 [ Symptoms ] what feels just like a urinary track infection but is not  i am 59 have ra and am on metho enbrel folic acid and fish oil i could swear i have a uti but urine culture negative  what else could cause urinary frequency discomfort [ Disease ] up to 50 of women who present with symptoms of a urinary tract infection have something else similar symptoms can be caused by urethral irritation the opening where you pee and this irritation can be caused by yeast a vaginal infection dryness irritation for clothessoapsdetergentsdryer softeners sexual intercourse or even dryness associated with peri menopause your may need to see your medical provider so that you can be properly examined