Urinary Tract Infection or UTI is common to people of all ages but are more common to women than in men.
Most UTIs are not really serious at all but they can still leave you feeling uncomfortable for days because of the burning sensation and pain.
It can be treated but that doesn't mean you should take it granted.
The urinary tract is where urine passes as it is being carried out of the body.
When this tract is infected by germs that come from stools in the intestines, it can result to Urinary Tract Infection.
Infection usually occurs in the bladder or the kidney and is carried through the urine.
Having frequent sexual intercourse can cause UTI among women.
Some even get the condition every time when having sex.
This may be a result of the anatomy of women.
Since the vagina is closer to the anus, bacteria can easily enter and go directly to the urethra and even the bladder and kidney.
The signs and symptoms of UTI are not hard to miss.
When you have UTI, you will find yourself going to the toilet more often and you feel a burning sensation every time you urinate.
As bacteria reach the kidney, you will feel pain in your lower back right where your kidneys are located.
The diagnosis is made through urine sample and you can either go the nearest medical lab or you can do the test yourself if you have a personal UTI-tester at home.
Patients with UTI are usually given antibiotics as prescription and are usually advised not to stop medication until all the meds have been taken.
UTI can leave you uncomfortable for days even during treatment.
The best way to prevent your urinary tract from getting infected is by drinking plenty of water every day.
Water cleanses your urinary tract and flush outs bacteria.
Don't hold back the urge of urinating as well and try to pee as often as possible.