Many pet dogs (most of them of advanced years) tend to suffer from recurrent Urine infections. Typical signs and symptoms of UTIs in dogs include frequent urination accompanied by a foul smell. In majority of these cases, pet owners procrastinate taking their dog to the vet immediately, despite seeing these symptoms. However, it is vital to get such UTIs treated quickly Continue Reading
Love Burns: The UTI and Sex Connection
UTIs or urinary tract infections are not STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). They are, on the contrary, bacterial infections of the bladder that affect not just sexually active women and men, but also young children, pets etc. That being said; there is a link between sex and UTI. So this guide is all about UTI prevention tips, particularly for sexually active women. Sex Continue Reading
UTI and Menstrual Cycle: Is It Normal To Get Urine Infections During and After The Periods?
Urine infections are very common in women and the majority of the sufferers tend to experience them during, or just after the menstrual cycle. Often gynaecologists are asked by their patients whether there is a correlation between urinary tract infections and menstrual periods. The answer, theoretically, is no. However, there are several factors that can contribute to UTIs Continue Reading
UTI vs. Yeast Infections: Can UTI Cause A Yeast Infection?
“What is the difference between UTI and yeast infection?” “Am I suffering from a urine infection or a yeast infection?” “Can bladder infections result in yeast infections as well?” “Can yeast and urine infections occur simultaneously?” These are some frequently asked questions that plague the minds of women suffering from recurrent bladder (or urine infections) and Continue Reading
How Did I Get a Urine Infection?
Q: “It was a normal day, and I felt the need to urinate over and over. Still, each time I ‘went’, not much came out. I was also feeling very tired and the little urine that I produced burned and smelled really awful. My doctor said it was a UTI. How did I get a urine infection?” This is a very common question that doctors get asked by their patients; men, women and Continue Reading
Types of Urine Infections
Urine infections are bacterial inflammations of the urinary tract which, if left untreated, can cause serious damage to the bladder and kidneys. In this guide, we will study the main types of urine infections, their causes and ways of preventing them. Main types of urine infections and causes The most common types of urine infections are Cystitis which affects the Continue Reading
Urine Infection in Dogs and Cats
Urine and bladder infections are fairly common in dogs and cats. The typical reason behind such infections is the entry of bacteria in the urethra especially due to weakened immunity of the animal. Urine infection in cats and dogs is most likely to affect older animals or the female pets (due to shorter urethras than males). Causes of urine infection in cats and Continue Reading
Urine Infection in Women
While men also get it, urine infection in women is more common. In fact, it is not unusual for a woman to experience urine infection more than once in her lifetime. To those who are more susceptible to it, an infection could happen once yearly. Young girls get them quite often too. Recurring episodes of UTI (urinary tract infection) is also likely once you have had it and Continue Reading
Urine Infection in Children
Contrary to popular belief that urine infection affects only adults, urine infection in children is also very common. The problem is that diagnosis of urine infection in children is difficult due to presentation of non-specific symptoms. Hence, it is very important that parents and doctors insist upon urine testing especially in case of children having unexplained fevers Continue Reading
Urine Infection During Pregnancy
What is it about carrying a child in the womb that urine infection during pregnancy is common? It is true that women are more prone to developing urinary tract infection when pregnant that if neglected could cause serious kidney problems. The child certainly has nothing to do with the chances of infection becoming higher. The main reason for urine infection in pregnant Continue Reading