UTI

A Urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection from microbes. These are the organisms that are too small to be seen without a microscope. Most UTIs are caused by bacteria, but some are caused by fungi and in rare cases by viruses. As a matter of fact, these are the most common infections among humans and can happen anywhere in the urinary tract.

Causes and risk factors

• Diabetes
• constipation
• Dehydration
• Kidney stones
• Using dirty sanitary pads/tampons
• Having sex with an infected partner

Affected age group

Symptoms of UTI

• Pelvic pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Urine with a strong odour
• Muscle aches and abdominal pains
• Strong and frequent urge to urinate
• Cloudy, bloody, or strong smelling urine
• A fleeing of incomplete bladder emptying
• Pain or a burning sensation when urinating

Worse effects

• Recurrent infections
• Low birth weight or premature infants
• Increased risk in pregnant women of delivering
• Urethral narrowing in men from recurrent urethritis
• Permanent kidney damage from an acute or chronic kidney infection

Diet tips for UTI

• Drink more and more water
• Have food rich in vitamin A
• Have food rich in vitamin C
• Consume leafy green vegetables
• Avoid caffeine, spicy food, alcohol, sugar
• Avoid citrus foods and artificial sweeteners

To seek guidance on how to treat the disease through natural remedies, consult Dietitian Harpreet on 8728914242