Theyâre also crucial to a healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and post-partum recovery. Thatâs a huge job for one set of muscles! However, many women donât get the full benefits of their exercises because they donât know how to do Kegels the right way.
Cystitis means inflammation of the bladder. It is usually caused by a urine infection. Some women have recurring bouts of cystitis, defined as two proven infections within six months, or three infections in a year.In many cases there is no apparent cause. Bladder or kidney problems may lead to infections being more likely. 2  For example, kidney stones, or conditions that cause urine to pool and not drain properly. 3  Your doctor may arrange some tests if a problem is suspected. 4  Having sex increases the chance of cystitis in some women (see below).
1 20-30% have a recurrent UTI (2 infections in 6 months, or more than 3 infections a year). 2  Women have a lifetime risk of over 50% of developing a urinary tract infection. 3  The majority of urinary tract infections are caused by the E. Coli bacterium. urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of any part of the urinary system. 2 Most infections involve the lower urinary tract. The urinary tract is comprised of the bladder, kidneys, ureters and urethra.