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The Urinary Microbiome: Why Your Bladder Isn't Sterile

For decades, urine was thought to be sterile. Newer techniques show the bladder has its own microbiome.

By FemiCore Guide Editorial Team · · 2 min read

The Urinary Microbiome: Why Your Bladder Isn't Sterile

What researchers found (and why FemiCore uses probiotics)

Studies using DNA sequencing have found bacterial communities in the bladders of healthy women, often dominated by lactobacilli.

Microbiome, bladder symptoms and FemiCore

Some studies have found differences in the urinary microbiome of women with urgency incontinence, though cause and effect isn't yet clear.

Supporting balance alongside FemiCore

  • Avoid unnecessary antibiotics
  • Avoid harsh soaps and douches
  • Stay hydrated
  • Consider probiotic foods or supplements

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This article is general information, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about your own health, especially if you take medication.

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