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How to Prevent Bladder Infections
By Dr. Kristie
Bladder infections (also known as cystitis) are among the most common reasons women visit their doctors. It's estimated that 25 percent of women will have a bladder infection in their lifetime and that 80 percent of these women will experience a repeat infection within the next year.
Men are unlikely to develop bladder infections because anatomically their urethras are so long that bacteria have a hard time reaching the bladder. Fortunately, if you’re burdened by frequent UTI (urinary tract infections) there are a number of simple steps you can take to reduce their frequency.
What causes a bladder infection to occur in the first place?
Bladder infections happen when bacteria travel up the urethra (the tube connecting the bladder to the outside world) into the bladder. Once there, bacteria cling to the lining of the bladder and begin to replicate.
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