When UTIs Keep Coming Back—What You Need to Know
Description
This episode was inspired by a recent coaching group I joined with Janice Mitchell, a pelvic floor physical therapist with incredible insight and compassion. The women in that group had thoughtful, important questions about recurrent urinary tract infections, which I often hear in my practice.
So today, we're diving into that discussion and sharing it with you.
If you've ever dealt with bladder infections that come and go (and come back again), this episode will help you better understand what's going on and what you can do about it.
Together with Janice, we cover:
- What truly defines a UTI and why urine cultures matter
- How low estrogen levels and tight pelvic floor muscles can mimic UTI symptoms
- The role of vaginal estrogen and other medical options in treatment and prevention
- What to expect from your provider—and how to advocate for better care
You're in the right place if you're tired of the cycle and want answers that make sense.
Timeline:
00:30 Introduction and Overview
01:19 Understanding UTIs: Causes and Symptoms
05:01 Diagnosing UTIs: Tests and Procedures
09:03 Treatment Options for UTIs
09:43 Vaginal Estrogen: Benefits and Usage
15:17 Preventing UTIs: Tips and Recommendations
18:04 Addressing Bleeding During or After Sex
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