Urinary tract infections, an infection of the urinary system, are more common in women than men, as they cause severe discomfort with a strong urge to urinate and a burning feeling, and can also cause pain in the pelvic area, and there are many home remedies to relieve the pain of a urinary tract infection But some of them are just myths that have no basis in truth, according to the "Times of India" website.
Common myths about UTIs:
Only women get UTIs
Fact: It is true that women get urinary tract infections more than men, but men also get them, as statistics show that 12% of men get this infection at least once in their life, compared to 40-50% of women.
Urinary tract infection caused by poor hygiene
Fact: Hygiene has nothing to do with urinary tract infection or not. You can be completely clean and get infected with it, however, you must always pay attention to hygiene and take all necessary precautions for it.
Cranberry juice can treat or prevent UTIs
Fact: Cranberry juice contains proanthocyanidins, which prevent bacteria from growing in the walls of the bladder. However, there is little scientific evidence that it can prevent or treat infection.
It will eventually disappear on its own
Fact: Although UTIs have cured over time, it only happens in mild infections where the patient takes good care of himself by drinking more water and avoiding habits that can lead to infection, but in severe infections one should Consult a doctor to give you the appropriate treatment, especially as you may need antibiotics.
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