Urinary Tract Infection or UTI among Adults population
A Urinary Tract Infection, or UTI, is an infection that can occur anywhere along your urinary tract (pee-pee). There are different names for UTIs depending on what part of the urinary tract is infected. For example:
Causes of UTI: Urinary tract infections are usually caused by bacteria that enter the urethra and then to the bladder. If untreated, the germs can spread from the bladder to the kidneys.
Risk Factors: There are certain conditions that increase the risks of having UTIs. They include:
Male Female
Some other risk factors include the following:
What are the signs and symptoms of UTI?
***See your doctor for treatment if you experience any of the above symptoms.
NOTE: If the infection has spread to your kidneys, some of these signs and symptoms below may show up:
***See your doctor immediately if you experience any of the symptoms above.
Prevention of UTI:
PERSONAL HYGIENE
CLOTHING
DIET
LINK: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000521.htm
Abstinence: The most reliable way to avoid infection is to not have sex (i.e., anal, vaginal or oral).
Vaccination: Vaccines are safe, effective, and recommended ways to prevent hepatitis B and HPV. HPV vaccines for males and females can protect against some of the most common types of HPV. It is best to get all three doses (shots) before becoming sexually active. However, HPV vaccines are recommended for all teen girls and women through age 26 and all teen boys and men through age 21, who did not get all three doses of the vaccine when they were younger.
Mutual monogamy: Mutual monogamy means that you agree to be sexually active with only one person, who has agreed to be sexually active only with you. Being in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner is one of the most reliable ways to avoid STDs. But you must both be certain you are not infected with STDs. It is important to have an open and honest conversation with your partner.
Reduced number of sex partners: Reducing your number of sex partners can decrease your risk for STDs. It is still important that you and your partner get tested, and that you share your test results with one another.
Condoms: Correct and consistent use of the male latex condom is highly effective in reducing STD transmission. Use a condom every time you have anal, vaginal, or oral sex.
NOTE: Be sure to ask your healthcare provider to test you for STDs — Asking is the only way to know whether you are receiving the right tests. And don’t forget to tell your partner to ask a healthcare provider about STD testing as well.
LINK: http://www.cdc.gov/std/prevention/default.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/std/healthcomm/fact_sheets.htm