{"id":19029,"date":"2026-06-11T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urocat.cat\/?p=19029"},"modified":"2026-05-28T14:20:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T12:20:55","slug":"recurrent-cystitis-in-women-hidden-causes-and-how-to-break-the-cycle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.urocat.cat\/en\/2026\/06\/11\/recurrent-cystitis-in-women-hidden-causes-and-how-to-break-the-cycle\/","title":{"rendered":"Recurrent cystitis in women: hidden causes and how to break the cycle"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"19029\" class=\"elementor elementor-19029 elementor-18937\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5de0d5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e5de0d5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-075b430 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"075b430\" 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data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Recurrent cystitis in women: hidden causes and how to break the cycle  \n<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bfb23a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1bfb23a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-time urine infection is a common nuisance, but when cystitis becomes a recurring problem, it can be frustrating. If you&#8217;re taking antibiotics continuously and the problem keeps coming back, it&#8217;s time to analyze what&#8217;s wrong and look for a long-term solution.   <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d448aff e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d448aff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c6b385 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c6b385\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What is considered recurrent cystitis?  <\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-525b5f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"525b5f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We talk about recurrent cystitis when a woman suffers more than three episodes of urinary tract infection in a year, or two episodes in the last six months.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-faac278 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"faac278\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43d3343 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"43d3343\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Hidden causes: why doesn&#8217;t it leave?  <\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e92466 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e92466\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behind this vicious cycle, there are several factors to consider: <br><br><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Menopause:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The drop in estrogen alters the vaginal flora, facilitating the entry of bacteria into the urethra.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hygiene and habits:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding urine, not urinating after sexual intercourse, use of irritating products or abuse of intimate soaps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Structural or functional abnormalities:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infective kidney stones or a bladder that does not empty completely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Resistant bacteria:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive use of antibiotics can cause some bacteria to become resistant and make it difficult to respond to treatments.<br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Strategies to break the cycle<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond antibiotics, the approach must be preventive: <\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hydration:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink plenty of water to &#8220;clean&#8221; the urinary tract naturally.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recommended supplements:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of cranberry, D-mannose or specific probiotics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Local therapy:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Topical estrogens in postmenopausal women.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Antibacterial vaccines:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can help immunize the bladder against specific bacteria.<br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Diagnosis and treatment<\/h2>\n<p><b>Diagnostic tests: <\/b><\/p><p><b><br><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serial urine cultures<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: To accurately identify the bacteria and their resistance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renal and bladder ultrasound<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: To rule out calculi (stones) that are acting as a reservoir of bacteria.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cystoscopy<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Endoscopic examination of the bladder to detect chronic inflammation.<br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Treatments: <br><br><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-antibiotic prophylaxis<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use of D-Mannose and concentrated cranberry supplements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppressive antibiotic prophylaxis<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use of very low doses of some antibiotics for a period of time to contain recurring infections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral or sublingual vaccines<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Preparations with inactivated bacteria to increase the bladder&#8217;s defenses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bladder instillations<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Introduction of regenerating substances directly into the bladder to protect its wall.<br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>When to consult UROCAT?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If infections dominate your day-to-day life, our Urology team is prepared to perform a complete study (cultures, ultrasounds) and offer you a prophylactic treatment that breaks the cycle of cystitis forever. <\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Does drinking water cure the infection? <\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It does not cure it, but it helps eliminate bacteria and prevents new infections. If there is an active infection, medical treatment is needed. <br><br><\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b> Why does it always happen to me after having sex? <\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Friction facilitates the entry of bacteria that colonize the entire area around the anus; urinating immediately afterward is a key preventive measure. Urinary tract infections are not transmitted through sexual intercourse. <br><br><\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b> Does the arrival of menopause influence? <\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed, the lack of estrogen changes the vaginal flora and makes the urethra more vulnerable to infections. <br><br><\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><b> Do I have to take antibiotics every time? <\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not always; if it is detected in time and is mild, hydration and natural antiseptics can help, but self-medication should be avoided. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90572c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-template\" data-id=\"90572c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"template.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-template\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"container\" data-elementor-id=\"18653\" class=\"elementor elementor-18653 elementor-18595 elementor-18595\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-921ae73 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"921ae73\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39436f4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"39436f4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e652a18 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e652a18\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Author<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6389c7 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"f6389c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f4a724 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2f4a724\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fe069e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1fe069e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f11740 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1f11740\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4431\" src=\"https:\/\/urocat.cat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DraOlgaMayordomo-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.urocat.cat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DraOlgaMayordomo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.urocat.cat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DraOlgaMayordomo-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.urocat.cat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DraOlgaMayordomo.jpg 890w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82aa167 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"82aa167\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65ceb22 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"65ceb22\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSpecialist in Urology\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7549f8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d7549f8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Dra. 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