Three letters; one very uncomfortable situation. A UTI (or urinary tract infection) is not the most uncommon illness on the block, but it is certainly one of the most unpleasant.
No one wants to experience a burning sensation in their nether regions, but sadly that is part of a UTI’s schtick. Although the urinary tract is responsible for escorting waste out of the body, sometimes bacteria decide to do an about-turn and cause some trouble…
Smooth Criminal
There are several ways to catch a UTI. Not drinking enough water, holding your pee for too long, and poor hygiene down below are all potential red flags.
Spot the Difference
We’ve already mentioned burning, so if that’s what you feel when urinating, there’s a good chance that you’ve been struck by a UTI. Other things to look out for include feeling like you need to pee way more than normal, feeling like you can’t empty your bladder fully, pressure on the area, and even a fever.
Call in the Troops
Considering this is an infection, the best way to treat a UTI is with a course of antibiotics. It’s also important to drink as much water as you can to flush out your system, and cranberry juice is said to help too.