Stop urinary infections in its tracts
Talking about what happens in the bathroom is always an awkward conversation. We must remember that our bodies have warning signs to indicate something is wrong. For example, if you notice you go to the bathroom frequently or feel like you constantly have to go, you may have a urinary tract infection, more commonly known as a UTI. A UTI is an infection that occurs within the urinary tract, and it is best to treat a UTI right away to avoid potential complications in the future.
According to Harvard Health, UTIs are more common in women than men due to anatomical differences. Women may get UTIs more than men, but the symptoms of a UTI are the same, and this includes:
Unusual frequent urination
An intense urge to urinate
Pain, discomfort or a burning sensation during urination
Pain, pressure or tenderness around the bladder
Urine that looks cloudy, smells foul or is unusually strong
Fever, with or without chills
Nausea and vomiting
Pain in the side or mid-to-upper back
Waking from sleep to pass urine
Unusual bedwetting
The treatment for UTIs usually includes a week or more of antibiotics prescribed by your doctor. Instead of going to the doctor every time you feel a UTI coming on, there are multiple ways to get ahead of the infection. Yale Medicine states that some ways you can prevent a UTI include:
Staying hydrated
Going to the bathroom at appropriate intervals; do not wait to go to the bathroom
Take cranberry tablets
Practice good hygiene
See a bladder specialist if you are getting frequent UTIs
If you would like to read more information about your bladder health, check out "When was the last time you checked on your bladder?" linked below.
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