THE ROLE OF LIFESTYLE AND DIETARY CHANGES IN PREVENTING URINARY TRACT INFECTION RECURRENCE
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Keywords
Urinary tract infections, recurrence, lifestyle changes, dietary intervention, prevention
Abstract
Objectives: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of lifestyle and dietary modifications in lowering the recurrence of Urinary tract infections (UTIs), using both clinical outcomes and statistical evaluation.
Study Design: prospective cohort study
Place of study and Duration: This study was conducted in Ghulam Muhammad Mahar Medical College, Civil Hospital Sukkur From December 2023 to December 2024.
Methods: The present study is a prospective cohort. A total of 120 patients with a history of recurrent UTIs were enrolled and divided into two groups. The intervention group followed structured lifestyle and dietary recommendations, while the control group continued their usual habits. Outcomes were measured over a one year period. Statistical comparisons of recurrence rates were performed using standard deviations and p-values.
Results: The recurrence rate decreased by 40% in the intervention group, compared to a 10% reduction in the control group. The mean recurrence of infections was 1.2 ± 0.5 episodes in the intervention group, significantly lower than 3.1 ± 0.8 episodes in the control group (p < 0.01). Higher water intake and better hygiene practices were strongly linked with reduced UTI recurrence.
Conclusion: Lifestyle and dietary interventions play a significant role in reducing the recurrence of UTIs. These findings support the adoption of non-pharmacological strategies to minimize antibiotic dependency and promote long-term urinary tract health.
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Ghulam Mujtaba
Consultant Urologist, Ghulam Muhammad Mahar Medical College, Civil Hospital Sukkur Pakistan. email: drmujtaba8182@gmail.com.
Ahmed Sajjad
Assistant Professor and Head of Department of Urology, HITEC Institute of Medical Sciences Taxilla Pakistan. email: drahmedsajjad1@gmail.com
Yassar Hussain Patujo
Assistant Professor Urology, Chandka Medical College/ Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University Larkana Pakistan. email: patujoyasir@yahoo.com
Saadat Hassan Hashmi
Chief Consultant Urologist, Benazir Bhutto Hospital / Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) Rawalpindi Pakistan. email: saadathashmi2@gmail.com
Ayaz Ahmad Khan
Registrar Urology, University Hospital Limerick. email: ayazrmc@hotmail.com
Muhammad Ameen
Senior Registrar Urology, Benazir Bhutto Hospital / Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) Rawalpindi Pakistan. email: drameenuro@gmail.com