Am I At Risk Of Getting Urinary Tract Infection?

Are you a woman?

Are you a sexually active woman?

Do you use diaphragms or spermicidal foam for birth control?

Are you a menopausal woman?

As far as you know, do you have urinary tract abnormalities?

Do you have kidney stones?

If you are a man, do you have an enlarged prostate?

Do you have diabetes or some other chronic disease?

Do you use a catheter to urinate?

Have you recently had any urinary tract procedure, urinary tract surgery or urinary tract examination with that involves medical instruments?

Based on your answers you have a low risk of getting a urinary tract infection. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. A urinary tract infection or UTI can occur in any part of the urinary system, although most infections affect the bladder and urethra. Bladder infections can be very unpleasant and painful. Urinary tract infections are more common in women than in men. It is estimated that every tenth woman will get a UTI at least once in her life. The urethra in women is shorter than in men, so the bacteria travel a shorter distance to reach the bladder.

Based on your answers you have a moderate risk of getting a urinary tract infection. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a relatively common medical condition that refers to a bacterial infection of the urinary system. Bladder infections are the most common, while kidney infections are less frequent but a more serious medical condition. UTIs are common in sexually active women, especially those who have a new sex partner. Menopausal women have reduced levels of circulating estrogen, which makes them more vulnerable to urinary tract infections. Structural problems in the urinary tract, such as an enlarged prostate in men, can also cause more frequent infections.

Based on your answers you have a high risk of getting a urinary tract infection. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection that most commonly affects the bladder. Women who use a diaphragm or spermicidal foam for birth control have an increased risk of UTI. The incidence of urinary tract infections increases with age. They are also common in people who have a weakened immune system due to some chronic diseases such as diabetes. Do not delay urination, as urinary retention increases the risk of infection. Drink enough fluids (about 2 liters a day) and be sure to urinate after sexual activity.