10 Causes of UTI
Cause #7: Birth Control
There are certain birth control methods that may increase the likelihood of contracting a UTI as it contributes to bacterial growth. Women who use a spermicide, diaphragm, or spermicide lubricated condom have a higher risk of a UTI. Therefore, women who often develop UTIs and are using one of the above methods can try switching to a water-based lubricant or a different method of birth control to see if it helps.
Women with frequent UTIs are also often advised to take showers (instead of baths), wear cotton underwear, and avoiding tight clothes as they may trap bacteria. However, this advice is not supported by scientific data.
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