Patient's question:
My young female cousin doesn't know what's going on, recently she always tells me her stomach hurts when she goes to the toilet, especially when she urinates. With no choice, I took her to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said she had a urinary tract infection, but I couldn't help thinking how could such a young child possibly get such a condition. Moreover, I always feel that a urinary tract infection could pose certain risks to her, so I want to know what are the dangers of a urinary tract infection?Doctor's answer:
Due to the short and straight length of the female urethra, its proximity to the vagina and anus, if hygiene is not paid attention to in daily life, it can lead to bacterial downward transmission. On the other hand, it can also cause urinary tract infections, and may potentially lead to reproductive system infections. It is recommended that you visit the urology department of a Class III-A hospital for a routine urine test to confirm the diagnosis, and then receive symptomatic treatment. If there is vaginal itching, it is also advisable to undergo relevant tests. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, pay attention to cleanliness, drink more water, and urinate more frequently.