What to do if you have a urinary tract infection?

Urinary tract infection can affect both men and women, so patients are advised to pay attention to the correct treatment. If these diseases are found, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination and treatment in time, and do not take medicine blindly. Drink more water on a regular basis.

1. First of all, after suffering from acute urinary tract infection, don’t be anxious or nervous, because excessive anxiety and nervousness may aggravate the symptoms of frequent urination and urgency. At this time, you should try to relax as much as possible. You can watch some movies, read novels, or listen to Bandari's music to divert your attention, relieve anxiety, and reduce symptoms of urinary tract irritation.

2. Go to the hospital for treatment in time to find out the cause of your illness. You need to explain your symptoms clearly to the doctor. Don't be embarrassed to talk. You need to describe to the doctor what happened since you became ill, whether you have taken any antibiotics, whether there are any accompanying symptoms, etc. You may need to go for further examinations, such as urine tests, imaging tests, etc.

3. The next step is to drink more water. Water intake should be based on drinking more water when there are no contraindications. For example, if the patient already suffers from hydronephrosis, in this case, he should not drink too much water, as it will aggravate the hydronephrosis. Drinking more water can help you urinate more, which can flush the urethra and reduce the time bacteria stay in the urinary tract.

4. Keep the skin and mucous membranes clean: After suffering from a urinary tract infection, special attention should be paid to keeping the skin of the perineum clean. Women, especially during menstruation, should increase the frequency of cleaning. During menstruation and illness, tub baths should be prohibited. Showers should be taken frequently, and underwear should be changed in a timely manner.

5. Rest: During the illness, especially during the attack period, you should pay attention to rest. Be careful not to stay up late and avoid getting wet in the rain or catching a cold. Because when you are too tired, the body's resistance is weakened, giving bacteria the opportunity to become active. Getting wet in the rain or catching a cold will itself aggravate the pain of your urinary tract infection. Therefore, you should get enough rest, eat nutritious food, and exercise appropriately to enhance your resistance.