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Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection that can happen anywhere along the urinary tract. It is an infection involving any of the organs or structures of the urinary tract, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
The most common type of UTI is acute cystitis often referred to as a bladder infection.
Cause
The main causal agent is Escherichia coli Infection-bacterial usually from the anus Fungal, thrush.Unhygienic condition and bad personal hygiene.
1. Pregnancy.
2. Diabetes.
3. Kidneys diseases.
4. Vigorous sexual activity.
5. Prostate diseases.
6. Surgery & catheterization.
7. Low immunity.
8. Obstruction to flow of urine.
9. Anal intercourse (in males) It can also be a part of food allergy.
Women tend to get them more often because their urethra is shorter and closer to the anus than in men. Because of this, women are more likely to get an infection after sexual activity or when using a diaphragm for birth control. Menopause also increases the risk of a UTI.
SYMPTOMS
- Cloudy or bloody urine, which may have a foul or strong odor.
- Low fever (not everyone will have a fever)
- Pain or burning with urination.
- Pressure or cramping in the lower abdomen (usually middle) or back.
- Strong need to urinate often, even right after the bladder has been emptied.
- Increased frequency to pass urine, esp. at night.
- Urgency to pass urine.
- Red urine.
- Dribbling urine.
- Abdomen pain.
- Low back pain.
- Fever with chills.
DO'S AND DON'TS
1. Lifestyle changes may help prevent some UTIs.
2. Keep your genital area clean. Clean your genital and anal areas before and after sexual activity.
3. Urinate before and after sexual activity.
4. Wipe from front to back after using the bathroom.
5. Drink plenty of water at least 2 litres per day.
- Avoid tight-fitting pants.
- Wear cotton-cloth underwear and pantyhose, and change both at least once a day.
- Maintain personal hygiene.
- Use sanitary towels instead of tampons.
- Do not delay urge to pass urine since holding back gives bacteria a chance to breed.
Consult your doctor immediately if you suffer from the above mentioned symptoms to take regular treatment. In infection during pregnancy-consult doctor immediately.