Why does your uti keep coming back?

There are several reasons why a urinary tract infection (UTI) may keep coming back. Some of these reasons include:

- Underlying Medical Conditions: Certains medical conditions such as diabetes, an enlarged prostate, kidney stones, or a weakened immune system can increase your risk of recurrent UTIs.

- Incomplete Treatment: If a UTI is not fully treated, there may still be bacteria present in the urinary tract that can cause a reinfection.

- Frequent Sexual Activity: Women who are sexually active may be at an increased risk for recurrent UTIs. This is because sex can introduce bacteria into the urethra, which can lead to infection.

- Catheterization: People who use urinary catheters are at higher risk of developing UTIs, especially if the catheters are not changed regularly or properly.

- Poor Hygiene: Not practicing good hygiene, such as not urinating after sexual intercourse, not wiping from front to back after using the bathroom, or holding urine in the bladder for a long time, can increase the risk of developing a UTI.

- Structural Abnormalities: Some people may have anatomical abnormalities in their urinary tract, such as a narrowed urethra or a bladder that does not empty completely, which can make them more susceptible to recurrent UTIs.

- Bacterial Persistence: Some bacteria that cause UTIs can become dormant and remain in the urinary tract, even after treatment. These dormant bacteria can then become active again and cause another infection.

It is important to talk to a healthcare provider if you experience recurrent UTIs to determine the cause and receive proper treatment and preventive care.

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