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Is it common for teen girls to get a urinary tract infection?

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Yes: Taking baths, especially bubble baths can increase the risk of urinary tract infections. Wiping from back to front can also increase the risk.

Answered 6/23/2011

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Yes: If a teen girl is sexually active, she may get either a urinary tract infection or a sexually transmitted infection, that may have similar symptoms. Some girls may have simple urinary tract infections without being sexually active.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Not uncommon: 1) if sexually active and not urinating after sex. 2) wearing thong or non-cotton underwear. 3) withholding urination 4) bubble-bath or prolonged tub baths. 5) constipation and constipating diet.

Answered 2/17/2013

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