What Is a Urinary Tract Infection?
7. Prevention
We can’t completely prevent UTIs from happening, but we can make them a lot less likely. One of the simplest ways to achieve this is to drink plenty of fluids. This will help to flush any bacteria from the system before they can get a foothold. Avoiding irritating feminine hygiene products can also help.
After using the bathroom, wiping from front to back can also help prevent UTIs because it can help prevent bacteria being moved to the urethra from the anus. You should also make sure to urinate after sex, and also drink water after sex. If you have a problem with regular UTIs, you should try changing your contraception method if you use one.
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