Why do I keep getting urinary tract infections? And why are chronic UTIs so hard to treat?

  • Written by: Iris Lim, Assistant Professor, Bond University
Why do I keep getting urinary tract infections? And why are chronic UTIs so hard to treat?BAZA Productions/Shutterstock

Dealing with chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) means facing more than the occasional discomfort. It’s like being on a never ending battlefield against an unseen adversary, making simple daily activities a trial.

UTIs happen when bacteria sneak into the urinary system, causing pain and frequent trips to the...

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