Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are on the rise in India during the summer months. UTIs are caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract, and can result in painful urination, frequent urges to urinate, and lower abdominal pain. While anyone can get a UTI, women are more prone to them due to their shorter urethra. The increase in UTIs during summer is likely due to dehydration, as people tend to drink less water in hot weather. Other risk factors include holding in urine for long periods of time, not wiping properly after using the bathroom, and using spermicidal products. To prevent UTIs, it is recommended to drink plenty of water, urinate frequently, wipe from front to back after using the bathroom, and avoid using spermicidal products.
