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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common kinds of infections — and women are as many as 30 times more prone to UTIs than men are.
What is a urinary tract infection ?
A urinary tract infection occurs when fecal bacteria enter the urethra, the tube through which urine is excreted from the bladder. Sexually transmitted bacteria can also enter the urethra and cause an infection.There are three types of urinary tract infections. The first, urethritis, is an infection localized to the urethra. When an infection spreads from the urethra to the bladder, it is known as cystitis. These two infections are the most common and easily cured, but it is possible for an infection to spread from the bladder to the kidneys. The kidneys filter waste from the blood, passing the waste on for collection in the bladder. A kidney infection is much more serious and rare.
Why are women more prone to urinary tract infections than men ?
It boils down to basic anatomy. Women’s urethras are located closer to their anuses, creating more opportunity for bacteria to infiltrate. Women’s urethras are also shorter than men’s, which makes it easier for bacteria to reach the bladder. Also, women’s hormonal fluctuations across their menstrual cycle can increase their susceptibility to infection.
Pregnancy also increases the risk of a UTI. The uterus sits directly on top of the bladder. As the uterus grows, its increased weight can block the drainage of urine from the bladder, causing an infection.” Women also go through menopause, which affects the infection-fighting good bacteria in the vagina making the nearby urinary tract more vulnerable . And finally, there is thought to be a genetic factor as well, as women’s susceptibility to UTIs tends to run in families. There are also bio-social reasons why women are more prone to UTIs than men. For instance, certain menstrual products, like reusable pads, and lack of access to hygienic menstrual products and hygienic facilities, can increase the risk of a UTI.
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