Female urine routine occult blood 1 plus sign

If a woman has a plus sign for occult blood in her urine and does not have any uncomfortable symptoms, it is likely that the symptom is caused by the menstrual period. If it happens to be the menstrual period, it is generally normal and there is no need to worry. If not, it is generally likely caused by inflammation or stones, or it may be a tumor. It is best to go to the hospital to find out the cause, then actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, and pay more attention to rest during the treatment.

What causes recurring urinary tract infections?

Cause 1: Underwear

Underwear is the item that women should choose carefully, as it is in direct contact with the perineum and is the main source of infection. The tightness and material of underwear are key factors in determining whether infection occurs. Underwear that is too tight and not breathable is more likely to cause bacterial growth. We have also conducted corresponding tests on the material of underwear, and the results show that underwear made of modal fabric is the least likely to breed bacteria, followed by pure cotton and wood fiber, while bamboo fiber and viscose fiber have a higher bacterial growth rate.

Cause 2: sanitary napkins

Sanitary napkins are the most important companions in women's lives, but in daily life, I found that during the purchasing process, few people are willing to check their production date and shelf life. Many women are willing to buy them when there are promotions in supermarkets, and they especially like to stock up, buying a large amount at a time, thinking that this thing will not go bad. Does the shelf life really not matter? Of course not.

The use of sanitary napkins should be strictly time-limited. It must be used within the shelf life. Strictly speaking, sanitary napkins that were not used up during the last menstruation should not be used again within one month, as there is a high probability that bacteria have grown inside.

Sanitary napkins should be changed frequently. On days with heavy menstrual flow, I suggest changing them every 2 hours. Even if the menstrual flow is light, make sure to change them every 3-4 hours. This can prevent the growth of bacteria in the sanitary napkin to the greatest extent possible.

In addition, many people like to use sanitary pads, thinking that this is cleaner and more hygienic, but in fact it is just the opposite. Sanitary pads have very poor air permeability and are a breeding ground for bacteria. They should not be used outside of the menstrual period. If you want to keep your perineum clean and hygienic, just change your underwear frequently. Sanitary pads cannot protect against bacterial invasion and may even have the opposite effect.

Cause 3: After menopause

We all know that after menopause, women's estrogen levels will drop significantly, and estrogen has the effect of inhibiting bacterial growth. Therefore, for postmenopausal women, the chance of urinary tract infection will increase significantly. Moreover, as women age, wrinkles begin to appear in their urethra, which can easily harbor dirt and cause bacteria to multiply. Therefore, it is important to drink plenty of water and urinate more frequently. I recommend that women after menopause drink no less than 2000 ml of water every day. If they exert a lot of physical exertion, they should drink at least 3000 ml of water every day.

Cause 4: Diabetes

Sugar is the culture medium of bacteria. Diabetic patients will have sugar in urine. The sugar in urine can easily provide nutrients for bacteria to survive. In order to avoid urinary tract infection, drink more water and flush more often.

Cause 5: Tight belt compresses the bladder

In order to show off their slim figure, many girls often tie their belts too tightly, which compresses the bladder and causes stress urinary incontinence. How should you control the tightness of the belt? It's very simple. Put one hand into the belt and breathe normally. If you have no difficulty breathing, it proves that the tightness is moderate.

Cause 6: Natural childbirth after pregnancy

During pregnancy, the fetus in the belly presses on the bladder, causing the pelvic floor muscles to relax. Generally speaking, stress urinary incontinence or urinary tract infection can be completely avoided with early and formal training. Unfortunately, in our country few people are aware of doing postpartum exercises. In fact, the exercise method is very simple. Lie flat on your back with your legs curled up and your hips rhythmically lift off the bed. You can do it 20 times a day. For non-pregnant women, they can also perform the above exercises to strengthen the tension of the pelvic floor muscles. Long-term persistence can also play a strong role in preventing infection.