Why do UTI cases rise during monsoon? Urologist shares causes, symptoms and prevention tips
The monsoon season can be vexing, as high humidity and damp conditions create the perfect environment for several infections and health concerns. There’s a rise in various infections and irritations during this season, with urinary tract infections (UTIs) being one of them. ALSO READ: Do you pee more often as you grow older? Urologist explains if it is normal and when to worry There’s a constant urge to pee because of UTI. (Picture credit: Shutterstock) For a complete picture of the factors that drive UTIs, so you can avoid them and reduce this seasonal health risk, Dr Mangesh Patil, urologist at Saifee Hospital, Mumbai, weighed in with expert insights on why UTIs become more common during the monsoon and how you can prevent them. He answered some common questions about UTIs, concerning risk factors, vulnerable groups and prevention. Why do UTIs happen in monsoon? Besides high humidity, profuse sweating, and wearing wet clothes for long periods, which the urologist believed played a role in bacterial growth, he also insisted that a common monsoon lifestyle habit …
