Due to extreme heat and temperature fluctuations, there has been a steep rise in the cases of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). Due to the hot and humid weather in the summer season, UTI cases increase more, especially in women and children.
Urinary tract infection (UTI) means infection in any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder and arteries. Symptoms of a UTI include a burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, blood in the urine, fever, pain in the pelvic area and abdomen, nausea, and vomiting.
As the fever and Humidity increases, it becomes easier for bacteria to grow. Along with this, the risk of fluid loss also increases, and people who do not keep themselves hydrated during the summer may be at a higher risk of UTI. If a UTI is treated in time, there probably won’t be any lasting effects on your urinary tract.
If you are a female, you should be aware of the following tips to help you avoid UTI.
1. Know that certain types of birth control, such as spermicidal foam and the diaphragm, are known to increase the risk of UTIs in women. Talk to your health care practitioner about other forms of birth control.
2. When you need to urinate, don’t let it put you off and don’t try to urinate quickly. Holding urine and not emptying the gallbladder completely can increase the risk of UTI.
3. Drink a lot of water during summer. This can reduce your risk of UTI.
4. Do not eat spicy food or spicy food in excess, as it can increase the risk of UTI.
Symptoms of having UTI
1. Pain or burning during urination
2. Frequent urination
3. Pain in the back or near the ribs
4. Pressure in the lower abdomen
5. Blood in urine
6. fever or chills
Which one has more problems
This problem is seen in most of the women in summer. Every day 15 to 20 women are falling prey to this disease. Dr. Ashish Chaurasia, Urologist, Zynova Shalby Hospital (Urologist, Zynova Shalby Hospital) said that to prevent UTI, drink plenty of water. To flush out toxins from the body, drink at least 2.5 to 3 liters of water. Do walking or any aerobic exercise for at least 45 minutes daily. Avoid any type of intoxication or caffeine, which can dehydrate you. Do not hold urine for a long time. Due to which the formation of bacteria due to the development of UTI can be avoided," Dr. Ashish Chaurasia said.
How many times this disease can happen
UTI when the problem can occur more than 2 times in 6 months or more than 3 times in a year. These infections are frequent because they are caused by a bacteria called Escherichia coli, which lives in the intestinal system. If E. coli travels from the rectum to the vagina, it enters the athera and causes an infection in the gallbladder.
