Recurrent UTIs may increase during the summer, due to heat, dehydration and water-related activities.
Increased physical activity and sweating increase the risk of dehydration, while the use of swimming pools and beaches can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract.
To prevent these infections, it is important to follow these tips:
- Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water dilutes urine and promotes frequent urination, helping to flush bacteria from the urinary tract. It is important to increase fluid intake during the summer due to increased water loss through sweating.
- Practice good personal hygiene: Shower and change quickly after swimming at pools or beaches to avoid introducing bacteria.
- Wear appropriate clothing: Opt for cotton underwear. Avoid wet swimming costumes or sweaty clothes for long periods, as moisture can encourage bacterial growth.
- Avoid irritants: Do not use intimate deodorants and perfumed soaps in the genital area. These products can alter the natural balance of bacteria and increase the risk of infection.
Bibliography:
- Mayo Clinic. Urinary tract infection (UTI). Disponible en: [Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/urinary-tract-infection/symptoms-causes/syc-20353447)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) prevention. Disponible en: [CDC] (https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/community/prevent-uti.html)
