The 3 components everyone should know about recurrent UTIs
Your urogenital health (that is, your vaginal health and bladder health) is all related.
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The constipation-UTI correlation
Yes, they are connected. If you're experiencing constipation, it's time to take a look at your pelvic floor.
Urinary health concerns in the trans community
UTIs and pelvic floor health are common urinary health concerns for the trans community. Aleece Fosnight, PA-C explains.
5 tips for talking to your partner about UTIs
Amelia Glynn is a former journalist and current brand writer for health and wellness startups. She’s also a grateful Uqora customer.
How to read UTI test strip results
Dr. Katherine Klos is a board-certified urologist practicing in Washington, DC and a Uqora Medical Advisor. She completed her medical training at the University of Alabama and her urology residency at The George Washington University. Since graduating residency in 2012, she has developed a practice that focuses on pelvic health for both male and female patients. Dr. Klos understands the multidimensional aspects of urologic care and believes in a partnership approach to help her patients reach their goals through traditional medical therapeutics and overall wellness strategies. Dr. Klos is also active in research and developing technologies, and she serves in an advisory role at the FDA. Outside of patient care, Dr. Klos is a talented pastry chef and enjoys spending time with her three young children.
What are leukocytes and nitrites, and how do they factor in a UTI diagnosis?
A UTI test strip and dipstick test for leukocytes and nitrites in the urine. When your urine is nitrite positive, it likely means there’s a bacterial infection. Leukocyte negative means that the amount of white blood cells in your urine are low and not secreting leukocyte esterase, which is a compound white blood cells excrete when they’re activated, or fighting off an infection.
UTI or ureaplasma?
Ureaplasma is a bacteria that lives in the respiratory and the urogenital parts of both males and females and is typically transmitted through sexual intercourse. If ureaplasma becomes too dominant, it can cause a UTI. Ureaplasma may not present in a standard urine culture and may go undiagnosed or be incorrectly diagnosed as Interstitial Cystitis (IC).
My Journey with IC
My name is Crystal Liu, I am 39 year old living in San Diego. I am here to tell you that life doesn’t end with an IC diagnosis.
UTIs and mental health explained by four mental health specialists
The link between our physical and mental health explained by four mental health specialists.
Too Many UTIs - an overview of recurrent UTIs and how to manage them
You are not alone if you think you are getting too many urinary tract infections (UTIs). Frequent (or recurrent) UTIs are common, especially in women.
Biofilms and their role in recurrent UTIs
How bacteria use biofilms to protect themselves from antibiotics, the immune system, and cause recurring UTIs that are difficult to fight.
Urinary Tract Infection Tests — what they are and what they mean (or don’t mean)
There are many available methods for testing for urinary tract infections (UTIs). This is an overview of the current approaches to testing.
UTI research milestones — and future research needed
The last decade has brought many milestones in the world of UTI research.
The Difference Between UTIs and Embedded or Recurrent UTIs
Recurrent UTIs, or persistent UTIs/ Embedded UTIs, are distinctly different from one-off UTIs, and can turn into a difficult, ongoing battle.
Recurrent UTIs in Menopause and Beyond
UTIs can become a big problem for women starting in menopause, and getting one UTI can mean a high-risk for more.
Recurrent UTIs as a possible explanation for Interstitial Cystitis
IC can possibly be explained by two types of recurrent UTIs: UTIs caused by hidden bacteria and UTIs caused by uncommon bacteria.
The 3 components everyone should know about recurrent UTIs
Your urogenital health (that is, your vaginal health and bladder health) is all related.