Women are more affected! Don't make these mistakes in the summer

Urology Specialist Prof. Dr. Ramazan Gökhan Atış states that the risk of infection increases with the summer season and emphasizes the importance of fluid consumption, hygiene rules, and early diagnosis.

Prof. Atış stated that urological infections constitute a significant part of daily practice, saying, "The disease is common in both childhood and adulthood. Infections can develop more frequently in women, particularly due to anatomical reasons. The risk of infection is higher in women due to the shortness of the urinary tract and its proximity to the genital organs."

'RISK INCREASES WITH AGE IN MEN'

Emphasizing that urinary infections are more common in older men, Prof. Dr. Atış said, "The frequency of infection increases if there are conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, neurogenic bladder, where the bladder cannot empty adequately, or if there is stone disease in the urinary system.

"Therefore, a detailed urological examination is essential for children. We also strongly recommend circumcision for boys because this procedure provides scientifically proven protection against urinary tract infections," he said.

'IF IT RECURSES IN WOMEN, WHY SHOULD IT BE INVESTIGATED?'

Prof. Dr. Atış stated that recurrent infections in women are usually due to an underlying cause, adding, "Hygiene rules should be followed. If there is no obvious cause, we can prescribe long-term preventive treatments to regulate the flora."

"These often contain substances like cranberries and mannose. Fluid intake is important not only in the summer months, but throughout the year. However, with rising temperatures, the body loses more fluids in the summer. It's important to be even more careful during this time. Furthermore, avoiding prolonged urine retention reduces the risk of infection," he warned.