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A urinary tract infection happens when bacteria gets into the urinary tract and travels up to the urinary bladder. UTIs are responsible for more than 8.1 million visits to doctors each year. About 60% of females  and 12% of males have UTI  at least once during their lifetime.   After entering the urinary tract through the urethra, the bacteria begins to multiply in the bladder. Though our urinary system is designed to keep out such bacterias, the defenses sometimes fail. When that happens, bacteria may grow into an infection in the urinary tract, causing UTI. There are many factors that can put a female at an increased risk of getting a UTI. Such factors include: Age – older females are more likely to get UTIs Reduced body moment after a surgery or prolonged bed rest Kidney stones Previous UTI Obstruction or blockages in the urinary tract, like an enlarged prostate, kidney stones, and some forms of cancer Uncontrolled diabetes  Pregnancy Abnormal development of urinary structures from birth Weakened immune system Catheter use    Why are women at a higher risk of getting UTIs? Women are at a higher risk of getting UTIs. In some cases, some lifestyle changes can help lessen the risk of some of these factors. Below are the factors which put women at a higher risk of getting UTIs.    Shorter urethra   The location and ...