What are the Common Causes of UTI?
UTI happens when bacteria enters the urinary tract through the urethra and breeds in the bladder. If the urinary system fails to eliminate these bacteria, then they will continue to multiply, which results in infection.
What are the common causes of UTI? Here’s what you need to know:
Pregnancy
All women are more at risk of UTI than men since a woman’s urethra is shorter, which makes it an easier entrance for bacteria. But women who are pregnant are more prone to UTI than others.
Pregnancy causes UTI as there are changes in a woman’s body that makes them more vulnerable to bacterial infections. UTI happens when a pregnant woman’s uterus grows, which puts more pressure on the bladder and urinary tract. This pressure makes it difficult for them to void properly, which means the bacteria in their bladder can’t be eliminated completely.
Sexual intercourse
There are different factors on how sexual intercourse can cause UTI. First, thrusting while having sex can introduce more bacteria up the urethra and into the bladder.
Second, sexually transmitted diseases like chlamydia and gonorrhea can trigger UTI. You can get STDs from having multiple sexual partners and by not practicing good after-sex hygiene.
Prostate problems
Men older than 50 are more vulnerable to prostate problems as well as UTI. Prostate problems like prostate gland enlargement can block the flow of urine coming from the bladder. When this happens, bacteria gets stuck in the bladder and continues to multiply, which results in UTI.
Diabetes
People with diabetes have weak immune systems that leave them unprotected from infections and other diseases. Diabetes can cause UTI due to high glucose levels and nerve problems.
Diabetics who suffer from nerve damage can find it difficult to urinate normally. This results in the retention of large amounts of urine in their bladder, which can set off UTI.
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