10 Causes of Kidney Infection
Cause #5: Birth Control
There are some birth control methods that have been found to increase the likelihood of a UTI. Women who use a diaphragm, spermicide, or spermicide lubricated condom, may have a higher possibility of a UTI as these methods contribute to increased bacterial growth.
Women who use these birth control methods and experience frequent episodes of UTI should consider trying something else. Although unproven, some recommendations such as avoiding tight clothing, taking showers instead of baths, and wearing cotton underwear may also be helpful.
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