String thongs favor bladder infections

Urinary Tract Infection: Also on the underwear is important

27/11/2014

About every second woman knows the pain in the abdomen, the burning urination and the urinary urgency in cystitis. Some of them are plagued with complaints regularly during the cold season. The disease is favored by hypothermia and caused by different germs. In most cases, however, the intestinal bacteria cause the inflammation. According to Uro-GmbH Nordrhein, a network of doctors from North Rhine-Westphalia, fashionable string thongs increase the risk of the urinary tract infection.

The choice of underwear plays a role in the infection. Especially string thongs are critical. „Unlike normal briefs, they have contact with the anus“, explains Dr. Reinhold Schaefer from the medical network. „As a result, more germs adhere to them, which more easily reach the vagina.“ From there, the pathogens enter the bladder through the urethra. „Women who often suffer from bladder infections should try out whether the choice of underwear has an impact.“ In addition, in the underwear choice to dispense with synthetic fabrics. They cause increased sweating while cotton and microfiber underwear are air permeable and dry faster. This kills bacteria faster. In the cold season you should do without thongs and wear a panty with short leg extensions. If you have a bladder infection, you should consult a urologist. The treatment of cystitis usually takes place for a short time with an antibiotic. As a support, urologists recommend drinking plenty, keeping the abdomen and feet warm, and going to the toilet immediately if you have a urge to urinate. (Pm)