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How do you get urinary track infections?

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Answer:

The two main forms of UTI's are Prostitis and Cystitis
Cystitis - Occurs in females - bacteria enters urethra and reaches the bladder - causing burning sensation

Prostitis - occurs in males - bacteria reaches the prostate gland causing swelling, infection may spread downwards towards the testes causing pain and swelling.

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An infection may occur in the kidney due to blocked urine flow

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