Habits that put you at risk of urinary tract infections (UTI)

Jan 1, 2022 TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Common infectious disease

UTI is one of the most common infectious diseases across the world. Here are some habits that may be causing it. istock

Not drinking enough water

This is one of the most common causes of UTI as a dehydrated body allows bacteria build up. befunky

Wearing tight underwear

Tight underwears trap moisture and lead to bacteria multiplication. pixabay

Not wiping correctly

If you wipe your privates in the opposite direction after peeing or pooping, there are chances of bacteria entering your urinary tract befunky

Not emptying the bladder after intercourse

Yes, all the theories that you heard about peeing post intercourse are actually true. befunky

Holding your urine

Your urine needs to be released on a regular basis. Holding it allows bacteria to build up. istock

Other factors

UTIs can also be an indicator of underlying health issues istock

Menopausal stage

Women face difficulty in releasing their bladder fully which can increase the risk of UTIs befunky

Diabetes induced UTIs

People with unmanaged blood sugar are more prone to UTIs. befunky

How to protect yourself

While UTI needs proper treatment, some simple ways to avoid it are drinking plenty of fluids including cranberry juice and emptying your bladder often. befunky

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