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Urine infection, which is called Urinary tract infection in medical language. It is an infection caused by penetration and increasing bacteria in the urine, bladder or kidney. This problem is found more in women than men. This infection can be mild but if there is no timely treatment, it can spread to the kidney and cause severe damage. This can cause frequent urination, irritation, lower abdominal pain, fatigue and even fever. Kidney damage and reemporative system problems can also occur if UTI remains for a long time.
The biggest reason for getting UTI in women is that women have small urine pipes, due to which bacteria easily reach urinary tract. In addition, not taking care of cleanliness during periods, using dirty toilets, stopping urination for a long time or drinking less water also causes UTI. Bacteria can also go to urin tract during intercourse. Its risk increases in women with pregnancy, diabetes or weak immune systems. Some women have frequent urin infections, which are called Recurant UTI. This not only causes physical discomfort, but also affects functioning and routine.
What are the symptoms of urin infection,
Dr. Saloni Chadha, a gynecologist at Safdarjung Hospital It says that UTI symptoms can be many types in women and it depends on the severity of infection. The most common symptom is to feel irritation or pain during urination. Apart from this, frequent urination, but very small amounts or urine can also be intermittent signs. Some women feel as if the bladder is not completely empty.
The odor or urine color in the urine may be darker. Many times blood can also come in urine. Symptoms like lower abdominal pain, fatigue, fever and shivering can also be seen. If the infection reaches the kidney, symptoms can become more severe, such as high fever, vomiting and upper back pain. It can be harmful to ignore these symptoms, so it is necessary to get treatment on time.
How to rescue,
Drink at least 7-8 glasses of water throughout the day.
Never stop urination, it can increase bacteria.
After the toilet, clean the private organs from the front to the back, so that bacteria cannot spread.
Urine after intercourse, it reduces the risk of infection.
Take care of the cleanliness of the private part, especially during periods.
Wear cotton and loose clothes instead of synthetic or tight undergarment.