HAVE URINARY TRACT INFECTION OR UTI? YOU BETTER NOT IGNORE.

If you are a woman, the chances of getting a Urinary Tract Infection or UTI is high. Some UTIs are recurring, while some remain untreated, resulting in Kidney Infection, Blood Poisoning and several other health problems. Here is some expert guidance on treating UTIs.

What causes UTIs in women? - Bacteria from the large intestine, such as E.coli escape the anus and invade the urethra. From there, the infection spreads to the bladder, and may infect the kidneys if not treated promptly. Women are especially prone to UTIs because they have shorter urethras, making it easy for bacteria to access the bladder. Bacteria can also travel into the urinary tract at the time of sex. Another cause of UTIs in women is poor hygiene.

I am a 22-year-old female. I have a frequent urge to urinate and when I pee, there is a burning sensation. What should I do? - Burning sensation while urinating and frequent urination urges are symptoms of UTI. Urine looks cloudy, milky and bloody. It smells bad. You may feel tired and experience pain in your back and lower abdomen. Consult a doctor.

I am a 55-year-old female and have been diabetic since 12 years, my sugar level is well under control, yet I experience UTI twice in a year. Can it cause any complication? - If you are diabetic, aged and have chronic kidney disease, kidney stones, debility or have been recently hospitalised, then you have to be very cautious as the infection can enter the blood stream and cause permanent damage to the urinary tract, blood poisoning and kidney failure. If UTI is not treated properly, it can damage the kidneys or the urinary tract and cause serious health problems in a healthy woman too.

I am a 28-year-old pregnant woman. Since last few days my urine is cloudy and I am experiencing a long-lasting uncomfortable feeling after urinating... - If you often experience symptoms that make you feel uncomfortable and they continue for long, never delay seeking medical help, particularly when you are pregnant, diabetic and have high temperature. 

I am a 42-year-old woman with recurrent UTIs. Is there any way to treat UTI permanently? - Drink plenty of cranberry juice as scientific evidence strongly shows that cranberries help prevent adhesion of bacteria to the bladder cells. After every bowel movement, wipe from front to back (vagina to anus), to prevent the entry of bacteria from anus to vagina.

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