Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common and often painful condition that can affect people of all ages. They occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra and travel up to the bladder. UTIs can cause a range of symptoms, including frequent and painful urination, urgency to urinate, and cloudy or foul-smelling urine. In some cases, UTIs can also lead to more serious complications, such as kidney infections or sepsis.
Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to help prevent UTIs. These include: