Urinary Tract Infections - Causes

• kidney stones
• diabetes
• low immunity
• spermicidal and tampons
• antibiotics
• back flow of urine

Improper emptying of bladder:

• avoidance in passing urine for a long time
• enlarged prostate in men
• pregnancy
• obesity

Genetic: some women are predisposed to have recurrent UTIs.

Structure: abnormalities of the urinary system can also increase the tendency of recurrent UTIs.

Risk factors

Predisposition to stone formation:

• increased intake of calcium
• increased intake of protein
• starvation or malnourishment
• hospitalised patients
• post-menopausal women
• chronically ill individuals

Triggers:

• use of diaphragms for birth control
• hygiene sprays or perfume douches and bath products