Health experts have issued a strong warning to Nigerian women on the rising risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Urinary tract infection, commonly referred to as UTI, is one of the most widespread health issues affecting women, caused largely by bacteria such as Escherichia coli entering the urinary system.
They urged immediate adoption of preventive habits such as proper hydration and urinating after sexual intercourse.
It can impact the bladder, urethra, and in severe cases, the kidneys.
According to recent hospital-based studies, Nigeria is recording alarming infection rates. A 2025 study conducted in Akure, Ondo State, reported a 71.45% prevalence among patients tested, with women between ages 20 and 29 the most affected.
Nationwide data also suggest that Nigerian women are up to 17 times more likely than men to develop the infection, with an overall prevalence of 39.69%.
Medical professionals caution that common symptoms include burning sensations during urination, frequent urges, cloudy urine, and pelvic pain. If untreated, UTIs may lead to chronic recurrence, kidney damage, or even life-threatening sepsis.
In a recent advisory, health bodies emphasised that inadequate water consumption, neglecting to urinate after sexual intercourse, and wearing non-breathable underwear are major triggers. They recommend increased fluid intake to flush bacteria from the urinary tract, urination immediately after sex, and the use of breathable cotton underwear to minimise moisture buildup.
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The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) further advise against harsh genital products, recommend wiping from front to back after toilet use, and encourage early medical intervention when symptoms appear.
Experts stress that with confirmed high prevalence rates in Nigeria, preventive measures such as hydration, post-sex urination, breathable clothing, and timely medical care remain the most effective ways to curb the impact of UTIs on women’s health.
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