THE EDUCATION CENTER
Curated information, answers, clinical advice, and tips for those living with recurrent UTIs.
Birth Control and UTIs: Can Nuvaring Cause a UTI?
Many factors may put you at a higher risk of contracting a UTI. These factors include some birth control types. We cover the question, “can Nuvaring cause UTI?” along with other birth control options to avoid.
How Does A UTI Impact A Pregnancy Test?
Worried about how your UTI might impact your pregnancy test? Learn why UTIs will not impact your pregnancy results with MyUTI.
Can Masturbation Cause a UTI?
Masturbation and UTIs, is there actually a connection? Understand the precautions and steps you can take to prevent infections during self-pleasure.
Myth-busting home remedies for UTIs
Ever wondered whether UTI home remedies actually work? Learn the truth behind popular home remedies for UTIs with MyUTI.
Know your lube: for healthy sex without amping up your UTI risks
How can you make sure you’re enjoying sex without worrying about increasing your UTI risk? Learn what to look for in a good lubricant and why you should avoid certain ingredients.
How accurate is UTI testing? What the results really tell you.
Ever wondered what UTI tests actually tell you about your infection? Learn about the importance of proper testing to achieve effective, targeted UTI treatment with MyUTI.
3 Reasons Why Your UTI Just Keeps Coming Back
Sick of the same UTI symptoms coming back again and again, even after treatment? You’re not alone. Find out the potential reason your UTI just keeps coming back.
Not just neighbors: the active link between vaginal and urinary health
Ever wondered about the link between your vaginal and urinary health? Us too. The good news is that emerging research shows an important link between the two - through a shared microbiome.
Relieving the pain of interstitial cystitis: Advice from an expert who’s been there
UTIs aren’t the only source of bladder and pelvic pain. Learn more from a top dietitian who works with women who experience the chronic discomfort of interstitial cystitis (IC).
Why antibiotics might actually promote chronic UTIs
Since forever, we’ve been fighting UTIs with antibiotics. But new research suggests that our go-to cure might actually be the cause of many chronic bladder infections.
Biofilm: the hidden factor behind UTIs that just keep showing up
Why do some bladder infections just keep coming back? Often, the answer lies with a sticky substance inside our systems that gives harmful bacteria a safe place to hide.
Don’t trust your UTI to an outdated test
Did you know that so-called “gold standard” tests for bladder infections are based on 1950s technology? Learn more about modern, accurate UTI testing that shortens the path to relief.
Meet the MyUTI Team
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