ChatGPTClaudePerplexity

Did you know that completely emptying your bladder may help prevent UTIs?

Created by:Dr.
Published:January 15, 2024
Last updated:
Views:3600+

Medically Reviewed

Reviewed by Dr. , MBBS, MD on .
Next review due: November 2026

Fact-CheckedEvidence-BasedTranscript AvailableClosed Captions AvailableScreen Reader Friendly

, 0+ Exp

Book Consultation

Consult With Loading...

Trust & Security

Verified Medical Content

All content reviewed by licensed doctors

Secure & Private

HTTPS encryption & privacy protection

Evidence-Based

Based on peer-reviewed research

Medical References

This video content is based on current medical evidence and guidelines from authoritative sources:

  1. 1.
    World Health Organization (WHO) - Global Health GuidelinesView Source
  2. 2.
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Evidence-Based GuidelinesView Source
  3. 3.
    National Health Service (NHS) - Clinical StandardsView Source
  4. 4.
    Peer-Reviewed Medical Journals - Latest Research & Clinical Studies(The Lancet, JAMA, NEJM, BMJ)

Transcript

other kind of simple things are trying to make sure you're completely emptying your bladder so over a lifetime people can develop some mild pelvic floor dysfunction right not enough to create pain or discomfort but maybe they're not emptying completely right because maybe they used to hold their urine for long periods of time when they were a kid or maybe they're always hovering over the toilet because they don't want to sit on it at work and over time that can create a little bit of mild dysfunction which can make it more difficult to completely empty the bladder and when urine is sitting in the bladder for long periods of time it's basically food for bacteria to grow and so bacteria grows and then you get recurrent UTI so making sure you've completely empty by sitting relaxing on the toilet sometimes leaning forward and then maybe going a second time so standing up sitting back down going again and even for men sometimes trying to sit and see if you completely empty cuz sometimes standing you're not able to empty completely

FAQ

  • Q: What can cause mild pelvic floor dysfunction?
    A: Holding urine for long periods of time, hovering over the toilet, or not emptying the bladder completely can cause mild pelvic floor dysfunction.
  • Q: Why is it important to completely empty the bladder?
    A: If urine sits in the bladder for long periods of time, it becomes a food source for bacteria to grow, leading to recurrent UTIs.
  • Q: How can men ensure they completely empty their bladder?
    A: Men can try sitting on the toilet to ensure complete emptying, as standing may not be enough to empty the bladder completely.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

  • Severe difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Sudden confusion or difficulty staying awake
  • Severe or persistent pain
  • Signs of severe allergic reaction

🚨 Call emergency services (112/102) immediately if any of these symptoms occur.

Related Videos

Video thumbnail

Doctor Reacts To Medical TikToks That Can’t Be Real

Doctor Mike

Video thumbnail

3 Best Kegel Exercises, Pelvic Floor Exercises, Urinary Incontinence Treatment, Bladder Control.

Dr Varun

Video thumbnail

Guillain Barre Syndrome, GBS Causes & Symptoms, GBS in Pune, How to Prevent GBS, How to reduce Risk

Dr Varun