01/09/2025
One of the most common problems women face is a UTI ( Urinary Tract Infections ). Women are believed to get UTIs up to 30 times more often than men.
What is a UTI? It is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. It is more common in women in their later years, with 1 in 2 women likely to suffer from the condition. Common signs of having a UTI are -
Sudden confusion (also known as delirium) in older people and people with dementia,
A burning feeling when you p*e,
A frequent or intense urge to p*e, even though little comes out when you do,
Cloudy, dark, bloody, or strange-smelling p*e,
Feeling tired or shaky,
Fever or chills (a sign that the infection may have reached your kidneys),
Pain or pressure in your back or lower abdomen.
Potential causes of the condition can be:-
Hygiene issues (not using front-to-back cleansing).
Health conditions that block the urinary tract – such as kidney stones.
A bladder infection called cystitis.
Treatment usually consists of antibiotics with the course length depending on the condition's severity.
There are several things you can do to help yourself, such as:
1. Wipe front to back.
2. Try to empty your bladder fully.
3. Drink plenty of fluids.
4. Showers instead of baths.
5. Loose-fitting cotton underwear.
See your GP immediately if you show any of the signs listed above.
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