
Urology
Menopause And Urine Infection
Dr. Aman Gupta Jun 18, 2021

- Irregular periods
- Vaginal dryness
- Hot flashes (sudden feeling of warmth in the upper body, which is usually most intense over the face, neck and chest)
- Chills
- Night sweats
- Sleep problems
- Mood changes
- Weight gain and slowed metabolism
- Thinning hair and dry skin
- Loss of breast fullness
- Lack hormones can cause change in bacterial flora and can also cause Vaginal linin thinning and increased susceptibility to infection
- There may be difficulties in emptying bladder leading to retained urine and increased chances of infection
- Rarely, prolapse of organs can lead to retained urine and infection
- Associated co-morbidities like Diabetes can make one more prone to UTI
- Empty bladder at regular intervals
- Use of vaginal estrogen cream after consult with your gynaecologist
- Taking care of any co-morbidities like diabetes
- Sometimes, long term low dose Prophylactic Antibiotics have to be given to reduce chances of UTI.
- Managing Vaginal dryness through water-soluble lubricants
- Staying Hydrated
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Dr. Aman Gupta
ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR UROLOGY | Fortis Vasant Kunj
- Urology | Urology | Uro-Oncology | Kidney Transplant | Robotic Surgery
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22 Years
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