Bladder infections are preventable. You just need to change some of your habits. Drink plenty of water, take care of hygiene, dress warmly and you may avoid bladder infections.

1.Drink two liters of fluid a day. By flushingbladder , you will prevent bacteria from settling.

2.Don't delay going to the toilet when you feel the need to do so.Bacteriapresent in urine have ideal conditions for them to reproduce. Retention of urine also leads to the fact that over time it is not completely excreted from the bladder. The remaining amount is a good breeding ground for germs.3.Take a shower twice a day, or use plenty of water and a mild soap. You will then avoid the transfer of bacteria from the anus to the urethra and the reproductive organ. Remember, however, that excessive hygiene (washing too often, the use of toilet soaps and deodorants, as well as vaginal irrigations and rinses without consulting a doctor) is also harmful. In this way, you can destroy the physiological flora that provides natural protection against infections.4.After approaching, wash your intimate area thoroughly. Bacteria that live in a man's urethra, although they do not cause any disease symptoms, in a woman's body can lead to inflammation of the urinary tract. It's good to make a habit of urinating after intercourse to flush out germs.

5.If you suffer from vaginal dryness, use foams or gels to moisturize intimate parts (Intimel, Feminum). You will avoid irritation of the mucosa and reduce the risk of bacterial contamination.

6.Dress warmly at the bottom as the cold is inflammatory. Short skirts, exposed kidneys and belly, and thin panties in winter are not a good idea. Sometimes the disease is caused by freezing of the feet, so it is forbidden to walk barefoot on the stone floor. On cold days, remember to wear appropriate shoes and socks or thick tights. The infection ends with walking in soaked shoes or tights.

7.Do not wear linen made of synthetic fibers. Also, don't overdo wearing tight pants. This is because it causes overheating and sweating of intimate parts, and this, like overcooling, promotes the multiplication of bacteria.

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