What Can I Do About Recurrent UTIs

😩 Sick of the UTI Cycle?

If you’re constantly in the throes of peeing fire, racing to the bathroom, and googling ‘can cranberry juice save me,’ welcome to the recurrent UTI club. But here’s the good news: there *are* ways to break the cycle. Whether you’re getting one infection after another, or it feels like the last one never really left, we’ve got a practical, no-BS guide to help you manage and prevent them for good.

🔁 Why Do UTIs Keep Coming Back?

There’s no single cause, but some usual suspects include:

• Not peeing after sex (do it!)
• Hormonal changes (hello, perimenopause or post-menopause)
• Improper wiping (front to back, always)
• Dehydration
• Underlying conditions like kidney stones or diabetes
• Antibiotic-resistant bacteria
• Using scented products near your vulva 

🛡️ How to Prevent Future UTIs

Here’s what you can do every day to lower your risk:

• 💧 Drink plenty of water to keep things flowing
• 🚽 Pee after sex (seriously—it works)
• 🍒 Try D-mannose supplements daily
• 💊 Use AZO Urinary Tract Defense or Cystex for support
• 🧼 Avoid irritating soaps, sprays, and scented wipes
• 🍬 Skip sugary foods that can mess with your microbiome
• 🌿 Consider probiotic supplements designed for urinary health

👩‍⚕️ When to Talk to Your Doctor

If you’ve had more than 2 UTIs in 6 months—or 3 in a year—it’s time to loop in your healthcare provider. Ask them about:

• 💊 A prescription for low-dose antibiotics (taken daily or after sex)
• 🧪 A urine culture to rule out resistant bacteria
• 🔍 Testing for underlying causes like kidney issues or hormonal shifts
• 💉 Estrogen cream (if you’re postmenopausal) 

🔥 Managing the Pain (While You Treat)

While antibiotics do their thing (or while you’re waiting on a prescription), you can:

• Take AZO Maximum Strength or Cystex for symptom relief
• Use a heating pad on your lower belly or back
• Drink lots of water (yep, again)
• Rest and wear breathable cotton underwear 

💬 Final Thoughts

Recurrent UTIs can feel isolating, frustrating, and downright exhausting—but you’re not powerless. With the right prevention routine, supportive products, and guidance from your doc, you *can* get ahead of the pain and pee in peace. You’ve got this!