Chronic Urinary Tract Infections
Incontinence isn’t the only bladder-related symptom of perimenopause. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can also become more frequent. UTIs are caused by bacteria that infects the urethra or, in the case of perimenopausal women, hormone imbalances. You may feel the urge to urinate more often, and when you do pee, there is a burning sensation and sometimes even blood.
If you think you have a UTI, don’t wait for it to go away. Contact your physician immediately to receive antibiotics. You don’t want the infection to travel up into your bladder or the kidneys.
