It is a worldwide problem, says professor Chris Thomas, an expert in bacteria at the University of Birmingham. But you don't have to be a statistic! If you take good care of your urinary tract you can avoid all those nasty infections that have been affecting so many women....
If you're a woman or have female anatomy, your chance of getting a urinary tract infection is high. Some experts say there's a 50% chance that women will get one in their lifetime, with many having repeat infections, sometimes for years. About 1 in 10 men will get a UTI in their ...
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A UTI is usually, easily treatable and cured in 3-4 days. However, in case of serious infections like pyelonephritis or infections complicated by some underlying condition like cancer, diabetes, heart problem, previous surgery, prolonged consumption of certain medications, obstruction kidney, prostate...
While multiple risk factors are associated with an increased risk of developing a UTI, the primary risk factor is anatomy. Many sources cite the length of the urinary tract as the reason behind this increased risk. Because women have a shorter urinary tract, the female anatomy allows for a mo...
Here's something to remember: if you're older, or have an older female relative, the standard symptoms may not apply. My mom had a terrible UTI a few years ago and didn't have any of the classic symptoms. No fever, no backache, no pain, nothing. Instead, she was out of her head...
Hello , my periods are regular although i did skip a month 2 cycles ago , my bowel movements are normal , the cramps usually go away when i take aleve . I am not sexually active and have never had any std's .My period cramps have always been painful . These cramps are mild to ...
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UTIs are not usually a dangerous condition, but it is important to avoid UTIs and seek treatment if symptoms are present. This is especially true when UTIs continue to be a problem, as UTIs can cause damage if not treated properly. Treating a UTI is very simple, and it is not invasive....
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