Preparing for pregnancy is a very important stage, and many expectant parents will face a series of problems and challenges. One of them is the problem of urinary tract infection. Urinary tract infection is a common disease that, if not prevented and treated, may adversely affect pregnancy preparation and pregnancy. Below I will focus on the prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections during pregnancy preparation.
1. Measures to prevent urinary tract infection
1. Maintain good personal hygiene: regular bathing and cleaning of the vulva, especially washing the vulva with water after urination, can help prevent the occurrence of urinary tract infections.
2. Pay attention to a healthy diet: Maintain adequate fluid intake. Drinking more water can help dilute urine and reduce the chance of bacteria multiplying in the urethra.
3. Avoid excessive cleaning: Excessive cleaning of the vulva may destroy its own natural defense mechanism and increase the risk of infection. Therefore, when cleaning, you should choose mild detergents and avoid using harsh lotions.
4. Wear breathable and comfortable underwear: Choosing cotton and breathable underwear can reduce moisture accumulation and reduce the chance of bacterial growth.
2. Methods of dealing with urinary tract infection
1. Seek medical attention promptly: Once symptoms of urinary tract infection appear, such as frequent urination, urgent urination, painful urination, etc., you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible. The doctor will give corresponding treatment suggestions based on the condition.
2. Take medication as directed by your doctor: Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or other drugs to treat urinary tract infections. During the medication process, be sure to follow the doctor\’s instructions and avoid increasing or decreasing the dose or interrupting treatment on your own.
3. Increase water intake: Drinking more water can help dilute urine , helps flush out bacteria and speeds recovery.
4. Avoid excessive cleaning: During treatment, avoid excessive cleaning of the vulva to avoid damaging the normal defense mechanism.
5. Avoid sexual life: During the infection period, sexual life should be avoided. To avoid aggravating inflammation or transmitting it to your partner.
6. Adjust your diet: Avoid the intake of spicy and irritating foods to avoid irritating the urethral mucosa and aggravating symptoms.
In summary, urinary tract infections during pregnancy preparation can avoid adverse effects through prevention and timely treatment. Maintaining good personal hygiene, eating healthy, and choosing breathable underwear can effectively prevent the occurrence of urinary tract infections. Once symptoms appear, seek medical treatment promptly, follow the doctor\’s instructions for medication, pay attention to the amount of water you drink, avoid excessive cleaning, adjust your diet and avoid sexual life are the keys to dealing with urinary tract infections. I hope the above content will be helpful to prevent and treat urinary tract infections during pregnancy.
