ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are not only uncomfortable, they can be painful and lead to other health problems. Urinary tract infections occur when bacteria come into contact with the urethra, which is very common. According to the Urological Care Foundation, 10 out of 25 women and 3 out of 25 men in the United States will develop a urinary tract infection. Symptoms of this condition almost always begin immediately, but asymptomatic or silent UTIs also exist and are difficult to track.
A burning sensation, frequent trips to the bathroom, and feeling like you can't empty your bladder are all signs of a urinary tract infection, commonly known as a UTI.
“That means the bacteria that can cause infections came from our own bodies, and what we ingest is now living in our bodies. Other sources of infection is a sexually transmitted disease,” said Dr. Laura Plascon, an epidemiologist/urologist at Athena Women's Health.
If left untreated, it can cause back pain, fever, and even kidney infections. That's why it's important to know what to look for for silent UTIs.
In older adults, changes in behavior, fatigue, and decreased appetite may not make you aware of a UTI, but they may be the first and only signs of a UTI. Bladder spasms, cloudy urine, and blood in the urine are also subtle indicators. Finally, pay attention to the odor of your urine. If it smells like ammonia, you most likely have a urinary tract infection. One way to effectively treat or prevent it is by using probiotics.
“In short, probiotics are available from a variety of sources. They can be purchased in pure form, which is bacteria in tablets or liquids, but they can also be obtained from whole foods, with yogurt being the most common. One.’ One,” Dr. Plascon said.
Another way to reduce your risk of asymptomatic UTIs is to take cranberry supplements or drink cranberry juice. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. We provide the latest information about silent UTIs.
Doctors warn that treating asymptomatic urinary tract infections with antibiotics can actually increase the risk of antibiotic resistance and lengthen hospital stays.
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