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Epidemiology of Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections are the second most common type of infection in the human body. They are often caused by Eschencia coli or E. coli strands and/or other bacteria that are housed in the urinary tract. Though urinary tract infections develop in both men and women, women are at a significantly higher risk than are men.

  1. UTI Facts

    • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) account for nearly 10 million doctor visits each year. Women are more prone to UTIs. One woman in five develops a UTI during her lifetime. UTIs in men are not as common as in women but can be very serious when they do occur.

    Urinary Tract Infection

    • The urinary tract consists of the ureter that takes urine from the kidneys to the bladder, the kidneys which makes urine, the bladder which stores the urine, and the urethra which transports urine out of the body. If bacteria finds its way to one or all parts of the urinary tract, a UTI is born that can cause all types of irritations.

    UTI Symptoms

    • Symptoms from UTI vary, you may experience a burn when you urinate or have the urge to go the bathroom, but when you are there, nothing comes out.

    UTI Treatment

    • UTI's are often treated with antibiotics, but you can also find natural ways to treat it too. For example, a teaspoon of coconut oil or an aloe vera drink can help to treat your UTI.

    UTI Prevention

    • Drink plenty of liquids to flush out the bacteria, preferably water or cranberry juice, eight or more times a day. Don't hold your urine for too long, as it only allows bacteria a place to grow.

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