Urinary Infections in Women

Urinary tract infections are very common in women and usually strikes between the ages of thirty and forty. Most women get it at least once in their lifetime. If you have a urinary tract infection you may find that you are frequently urinating, and even when you have already gone, you find drops trickling out. You may experience pain in the lower abdomen and may also have pus cells in the urine.

If you are controlling your urge to pass urine regularly, you will find yourself developing a urine infection. You need to visit a urologist and get your urine checked.

In order to avoid this infection, you should drink at least eight glasses of water everyday and avoid the intake of caffeine. You need to keep your bladder empty and clean by passing urine four to five times a day. If you drink enough water this should not be a problem. Cranberry juice is very good in clearing the urine.

Even if you have intercourse, a good idea would be to urinate immediately after that so as to remove any bacteria that may have passed through during the act.

Avoid the use of nylon panties which do not allow correct air exposure. Stick to cotton varieties instead. Avoid putting soap in that area as you will develop an infection. Make sure you wash your hands before and after you pass urine. Always clean yourself from the front to the back.

Women who are using contraceptives are more likely to get urinary tract infection so it is necessary to understand the kind of birth control you are using.

If you feel that the bladder is still a little full after passing urine, it is better to wait at the toilet and let the remaining pass for about fifteen to twenty seconds.

Kegel exercises will help you to strengthen the pelvic muscles and improve bladder control. Alcohol consumption will also worsen the problem and will make you want to pass urine more frequently. Drinking plain water is one of the most beneficial things that will help you and see you through this problem.