The Most Common Risk Factors for Urinary Tract Infections
You may have had a UTI before — now find out what caused it so you can reduce your risk of another.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be really unpleasant. If you’ve had a UTI in the past, you may be interested in reducing your risk of another one in the future. Following certain habits may not be a silver bullet against future UTIs, but they may help lower the risk.
In this video, learn the most common risk factors for UTIs, according to Stacia Woodcock, PharmD, Pharmacy Editor at GoodRx.
- Stacia Woodcock, PharmDStacia Woodcock, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky and is licensed in New York and Massachusetts.
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