How Sexual Lubricants Affect Urinary Health in Women

Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD

  • How Sexual Lubricants Affect Urinary Health in Women

    How Sexual Lubricants Affect Urinary Health in Women

    The female urinary tract is a delicate system, susceptible to disruption from various factors including hygiene practices, diet, hormonal changes, and even seemingly unrelated products…

  • How Long Do UTIs Last in Pregnant Women?

    How Long Do UTIs Last in Pregnant Women?

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common nuisance for many women, but they present unique considerations during pregnancy. The physiological changes associated with gestation –…

  • Can UTI Cause Abdominal Bloating in Women?

    Can UTI Cause Abdominal Bloating in Women?

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women due to anatomical factors. Often associated with burning sensations during urination and frequent urges to…

  • Do Women Need Different UTI Treatments Than Men?

    Do Women Need Different UTI Treatments Than Men?

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are remarkably common, affecting millions of people annually. While often thought of as a “women’s issue,” men certainly experience UTIs too…

  • Urological Benefits of Staying Active for Women

    Urological Benefits of Staying Active for Women

    Urological health is often overlooked in conversations about women’s wellness, yet it significantly impacts quality of life. Many women experience changes in urinary function throughout…

  • How to Prepare for a Urology Visit as a Woman

    How to Prepare for a Urology Visit as a Woman

    Urology is often thought of as a primarily male field, focusing on men’s reproductive health. However, women experience urological issues too – frequently relating to…

  • Bladder Cancer Symptoms Specific to Women

    Bladder Cancer Symptoms Specific to Women

    Bladder cancer, while often thought of as primarily affecting men, significantly impacts women too. It’s crucial to understand that bladder cancer isn’t necessarily gender-specific in…

  • Understanding the Urethra’s Role in Female UTIs

    Understanding the Urethra’s Role in Female UTIs

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are remarkably common, particularly among women, and often conjure images of painful urination and frequent trips to the bathroom. While many…

  • Can Women Get Bladder Infections Without Symptoms?

    Can Women Get Bladder Infections Without Symptoms?

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women due to anatomical differences. Most people associate UTIs with very obvious symptoms – that burning…

  • How to Flush Bacteria From the Bladder in Women

    How to Flush Bacteria From the Bladder in Women

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are unfortunately common among women, largely due to anatomical differences. The shorter urethra in women means bacteria have a shorter distance…