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🩺 Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Disease Overview

First Trimester

UTIs occur when bacteria, most commonly E. coli, enter and infect the urinary tract. Pregnancy increases the risk due to hormonal and anatomical changes.

Causes

1 . Bacterial infection (mainly E. coli)
2 . Poor personal hygiene
3 . Sexual activity
4 . Use of urinary catheters
5 . Hormonal and anatomical changes during pregnancy

Risk Factors

1 . History of UTIs
2 . Sexual activity
3 . Diabetes
4 . Dehydration
5 . Poor hygiene
6 . Pregnancy

Prevention

1 . Wipe front to back
2 . Avoid irritants like harsh soaps
3 . Urinate after intercourse
4 . Stay hydrated

Symptoms

1 . Pain or burning sensation during urination.
2 . Frequent and urgent need to urinate.
3 . Dark or foul-smelling urine.
4 . Pain in the lower abdomen or back.
5 . In advanced cases: fever or blood in the urine.

Complications

Complications can arise during pregnancy and may affect both the mother and the baby.

Mother's Complications

Complications that may affect the mother during pregnancy.

1 . Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)
2 . Preterm labor
3 . Sepsis in severe untreated cases

Baby's Complications

Complications that may affect the baby during pregnancy.

1 . Low birth weight
2 . Preterm birth

Treatment Options

Evidence-based approaches for management

Treatment Options

1 . Drink plenty of water
2 . Maintain good hygiene
3 . Urinate regularly

Medical Treatment

1 . Prescribed pregnancy-safe antibiotics
2 . Hospitalization in severe cases

Nutritional Treatment

Videos

Educational videos about this condition and its management

UTIs in Pregnancy

Tips to prevent recurrent UTIs in Pregnancy

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Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary Tract Infections, Animation.

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