Something else? Ask Aunt Vadge – bottom left of your screen!UTI caused by dehydration
If you've been having a hot or waterless time, you may end up with UTI-like symptoms. We discuss why this happens and how to get rid of it.
Haemorrhoids and vaginal infections/UTIs
Haemorrhoids can cause faeces to accumulate around your anus after the toilet, creating a reservoir of bacteria. This bacteria can more easily spread to the vagina simply by regular movements. We offer some options for keeping your haemorrhoids debris-free.
Understanding your UTIs with Anastasia Visotsky
If you are confused about your recurrent UTIs, take a 5-minute breather and learn more about the mechanisms behind urinary tract infections.
Aunt Vadge: sex and fingering has made my vagina sting and burn like a UTI
She was having sex with her boyfriend, and he switched to fingering in the middle. She now has a stinging, burning vagina and a UTI-like feeling. Does she have a UTI or is she just hurt?
Understanding E. coli biofilms in recurrent UTIs
We look into E. coli's biofilms in a bit more detail, explaining exactly why biofilms contribute to recurrent urinary tract infections and other vaginal infections.
Escherichia coli (E. coli) in urinary tract infections
We explain E. coli and how it works in urinary tract infections.
How to test your urinary pH
We teach you how to take a urinary pH test at home, for cheap, and how to read and interpret the results.
Enterococcus faecium in vaginal infections
E. faecium is a bacteria that can contribute to or cause vaginal or urinary tract infections.
Aunt Vadge: I feel like I have a UTI if I don’t drink enough water
She had sex once, got a UTI, and now everytime she doesn't drink enough water, her UTI seems to come back.
Understanding vaginal PCR testing
An explanation of PCR testing for the vaginal microbiome with a list of what is tested for, and what is excluded.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections – a cause of UTI
P. aeruginosa is a common cause of urinary tract infections and common in people who have been hospitalised.
Proteus urinary tract and vulvovaginal infections
Proteus infections include urinary tract and vulvovaginal infections. Proteus may be antibiotic resistant, can develop biofilms, and can be difficult to treat, especially if left untreated for a long time.
Study: urinary acidity can affect how many UTIs you get
Your urine pH may need to be more neutral - not acidic, not alkaline - to protect against UTIs.