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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: How to avoid getting a UTI this summer
Caption: How to avoid getting a UTI this summer. Getting a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is very common, particularly in the summer. It is estimated that around half of all women in the U.K. will suffer from a UTI at some point in their lives. Superdrug’s Pharmacy Superintendent Niamh McMillan has shared essential advice to help you avoid UTIs during the warmer months. Stay hydrated. Even mild dehydration can lead to reduced urine output, which means that any bacteria present in the urethra is not being flushed out quick enough. Try to drink as much water as possible during the hotter temperatures. Stay cool. UTIs, thrive in warmer temperatures. Try to find shade during the hottest parts of the day and try not to partake in any strenuous activities that will make you too hot. Change out of wet clothes. Wet clothes, such as swimsuits, are the perfect breeding ground for unwanted bacteria. Minimise the risk by drying off and changing into dry clothes, as soon as you can, to help keep the risk of UTIs at bay. UTI symptoms can be: - A burning sensation when urinating - Increased frequency of needing to urinate - Cloudy urine - Dark-coloured urine - Pelvic pain in women. If you are experiencing symptoms, talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist who can offer advice and a solution. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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