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Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects the organs of the urinary system. The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and the urethra. Most of the urinary tract infections involve the urethra and the bladder and in rare cases affect the ureters and kidneys. UTIs affects people of any age but mostly affects women than men.
Causes of utis occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra.
Risk factors
Females are particularly at risk of getting a UTI because bacteria can move easily into their urinary tract due to the close proximity of the urethra to the anus.
Other factors include,
Diabetes
Age ( older adults are more likely to get UTIs)
Pregnancy
Abnormally developed urinary structures from birth
Being sexually active
Kidney stones or enlarged prostate
Reduced mobility after surgery or prolonged bed rest
Poor personal hygiene
Having a catheter inserted into the bladder
Post- menopausal
Weakened immune system.
Certain types of birth control methods
Signs and symptoms of Utis
Pain in the bladder, groin, lower abdomen or pelvis
Pain can occur during urination
Foul smelling urine
Frequent urination
Cloudy urine
Dark or concentrated urine
Blood in urine
Sense of incomplete bladder emptying
Fatigue
Fever
Treatment and prevention
Treatment of UTI is usually by antibiotics which is determined by results of tests done by your doctor.
UTIs can be prevented by practicing good personal hygiene,
Drinking plenty oral fluids
Not holding urine for long and complete emptying of the bladder
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