Sexual Activity and UTI Risk in Women

Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD

  • Sexual Activity and UTI Risk in Women

    Sexual Activity and UTI Risk in Women

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are remarkably common, particularly among women. Many factors contribute to this prevalence, ranging from anatomical differences to hygiene practices, but one…

  • How Caffeine Affects Women’s Bladder Health

    How Caffeine Affects Women’s Bladder Health

    Caffeine is arguably one of the most widely consumed psychoactive substances globally, woven into the fabric of many daily routines. From the morning coffee ritual…

  • Best Practices for Women With Recurring UTIs

    Best Practices for Women With Recurring UTIs

    Recurring urinary tract infections (UTIs) are frustratingly common, particularly for women. What begins as an uncomfortable nuisance can quickly become a significant disruption to daily…

  • Impact of Estrogen on Urinary Health in Women

    Impact of Estrogen on Urinary Health in Women

    The female urinary tract is remarkably sensitive to hormonal fluctuations throughout a woman’s life, and estrogen plays a central role in maintaining its healthy function.…

  • How Kegels Help Women With Bladder Control

    How Kegels Help Women With Bladder Control

    Bladder control issues are surprisingly common among women, affecting quality of life in ways many hesitate to discuss. It’s not simply an inevitable part of…

  • Postmenopausal Urinary Symptoms in Women

    Postmenopausal Urinary Symptoms in Women

    The years following menopause represent a significant transition for women, often accompanied by a wide range of physical and emotional changes. While many associate menopause…

  • Preventing UTIs in Sexually Active Women

    Preventing UTIs in Sexually Active Women

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a frustratingly common experience for many women, but their occurrence can be significantly impacted by lifestyle choices – especially those…

  • Chronic Bladder Pain in Women: What to Do

    Chronic Bladder Pain in Women: What to Do

    Chronic bladder pain in women is a deeply frustrating condition impacting quality of life for millions. It’s often described as more than just discomfort; it…

  • Urinary Health Tips for Women Over 60

    Urinary Health Tips for Women Over 60

    As women age, particularly beyond 60, changes in their bodies are inevitable – and often, these changes significantly impact urinary health. What was once a…

  • Stress Incontinence in Women After Childbirth

    Stress Incontinence in Women After Childbirth

    Childbirth is undeniably one of life’s most transformative experiences, bringing immense joy but also significant physiological changes to a woman’s body. While much focus rightly…