It is estimated
that 1 out of 5 women will suffer from at least one urinary infection
throughout her life, mainly between the ages of 20 and 40. Furthermore, for
many of them, UTIs are a frequent problem that causes severe discomfort.
Genetics has
been proven to predispose to these pathologies. Nevertheless, certain lifestyle
habits and situations may also influence them (stones, people with catheters,
diabetes, pregnancy, menopause, etc.).
The main
reason for these infections is mainly bacterial, and Escherichia
coli is responsible for more than 80% of them, although viruses, fungi
or parasites could also be the cause.
UTIs cause different
symptoms, from asymptomatic conditions to severe pyelonephritis. The
most common symptoms are a frequent and urgent need to urinate, stinging or
burning in the urethra when urinating, turbid or even bloody urine, pain when urinating
or engaging in sexual activity, pain in the side or back, and fever.
PHYTOTHERAPY FOR PREVENTION
There are
some plants that, for their antiseptic properties, inhibit the growth of germs,
and others that, for their diuretic properties, increase the elimination of urine,
exerting a mechanical dragging effect on them and helping eliminate them.
There are
also some actions that help prevent urinary infections: