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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Scientists discover ‘hidden’ reason why certain people suffer more from UTIs

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Scientists have discovered the reason why certain people suffer from UTIs is because certain strains of bacteria are capable of “hiding” in the wall of the bladder.

Common symptoms of UTIs include it being painful to urinate and having the need to urinate more often. UTIs are usually caused by bacteria from faeces entering the urinary tract, and affect women more than men.

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