Prevention of Bladder infections

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It is not possible to prevent all bladder infections but there are some measures you can take to reduce the likelihood of getting them:

Always empty your bladder fully when you urinate;
Drink lots of water to flush your bladder out regularly;
Make sure you practise good toilet hygiene, for example wiping front to back in women, and keep your genital area clean and dry;
If you have a catheter, make sure you follow all the instructions and hygiene measures advised by your nurse or doctor, and ask for advice if you are not sure;
To avoid sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhoea, always use condoms when you have sex, particularly with new partners;
Empty your bladder regularly and donâ€™t â€˜hang onâ€™ for long periods, to help prevent urinary tract infections.