Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a serious health problem affecting millions of people each year. The "urinary tract" consists of the various organs of the body that produce, store, and get rid of urine. These include the kidneys, the ureters, the bladder, and the urethra. Any part of the urinary system can become infected, but most infections involve the lower urinary tract - the urethra and the bladder. Women are at greater risk of developing a urinary tract infection. UTI limited to bladder can be painful and annoying. The most serious consequences can occur if a urinary tract infection spreads to the kidneys. Girls could become prone to UTI's through wiping back-to-front when they are first toilet-trained, which pulls stool into the vaginal area. Often UTI appears after first sexual contact. Sexually active teenage and adult women are more prone to UTI's.
Read more about causes of UTIs and treatment.
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