Best UTI websites and accounts to follow
We've pulled together a list of useful resources that you may find useful if you have or think you have a UTI
As fellow sufferers we’ve all been there, the endless Google searches, reading blogs, whitepapers, finding “hacks” that we really shouldn’t be testing on our bits. It’s an endless wormhole of information and we know it can get really confusing. So, we’ve put together a list of reliable websites and resources that helped us along our UTI journeys so you don’t have to do the searching.
What is a UTI?
The first thing we tend to do when we experience pain or discomfort down there and suspect an infection is head to Google and attempt to self-diagnose, ‘ What causes a UTI’ Or ‘UTI symptoms’ are amongst some of the top related Google Search queries. The NHS website defines a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) as an infection that affects the urinary tract including the bladder, urethra or kidneys. They are often characterised by symptoms such as:
- Burning sensation when peeing
- Needing to pee frequently
- Needing to pee more often that usual at night
- Pee that is cloudy or has blood in it
- Lower tummy or back pain
- A high temperature
If you have these symptoms, then it’s likely that there is something going on and you should seek medical advice.
Why are so many women affected?
The one thing we do know is that you are not alone. We’ve been there, you’ve likely been there and so have 50% of women, with half of these women experiencing recurring infections. But why is it that women are so prone to a UTI? Women have a shorter urinary tract than men which means that bacteria can reach the bladder easily, disrupting the microbiome and causing an imbalance. This can happen during events such as:
- Having sex
- Pregnancy
- Taking antibiotics
- Not drinking enough fluids
- Not regularly emptying the bladder fully
- Exercise
- Plus other common UTI triggers
Our line up of the best UTI website and support accounts to follow
UTI websites
It can be hard to know who to trust for information regarding UTI symptoms and treatments, below are links to the NHS official site and Nice that have a lot of trusted information and guidance
UTI charities and organisations
There are a number of dedicated charities supporting research and campaigning for improved services and protocols for UTI treatment and support. Below a shortlist of UTI charities
UTI Facebook groups and Instagram accounts
Many women have found social media communities very helpful for learning and sharing their stories
- Live UTI Free Instagram
- Chronic UTI Global Support Instagram
- The Urology Foundation Instagram
- The UTI Doctor
- Chronic UTI Facebook Group
UTI Testing Websites
Here are some sites that may be useful when it comes to testing and diagnosis. There are more in depth tests that dipsticks available that can help determine the strain of bacteria present in the urinary tract. Testing to this level of detail can help you reach a more tailored treatment plan.
And of course, p-happi.com. Our team are committed to bringing you up to date research and useful information. We’re here to support you during your journey. Please reach out to the team should you need anything at all.
