Why So Many Women Stay Stuck With Chronic UTIs...And What Can Help | Part 2

Why do so many women keep getting UTIs, even when tests come back negative?In Part 2 of this conversation, we sit down with Dr Catriona Anderson, GP and specialist in chronic and recurrent UTIs, to unpack the science, frustration and reality behind persistent bladder infections in women.We discuss why standard urine tests often miss infections, how chronic UTIs can relapse repeatedly, the role of menopause and vaginal oestrogen, and why so many women feel dismissed despite ongoing symptoms.Dr Anderson explains the evidence behind treatments like Hiprex, D-mannose, probiotics and antibiotics, while also challenging some of the current approaches to recurrent UTI treatment.This episode is for any woman who feels stuck in the cycle of cystitis symptoms, negative tests and short antibiotic courses — and wants to better understand what may actually be happening.Watch The Full Series Of Health Applied Here - https://www.youtube.com/@UCbenIdBaHJsQ6w1oHRvR8AA 💬 Join the ConversationHave questions about cosmetic surgery? Comment below or message us on Instagram.Follow Health Applied:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthappliedpodcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@healthappliedpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Health-Applied-Podcast/61584575055523/Chapters00:00 – Why women feel “on the edge of cystitis” constantly01:18 – Do urine cultures actually identify the real infection?03:33 – Understanding “good” vs harmful bladder bacteria08:05 – D-mannose, probiotics & supplements explained11:13 – Biofilms and why infections keep returning14:02 – Hiprex: how it works for recurrent UTIs17:41 – Why supplements don’t work for everyone18:52 – Antibiotic fears, resistance & gut health23:49 – Vaginal oestrogen and the menopause connection25:52 – “Every woman over 40 should get vaginal oestrogen”29:07 – How oestrogen impacts bladder and urinary symptoms31:28 – The problem with 3-day antibiotic courses35:18 – The study comparing 3 days vs 7 days of antibiotics37:43 – How women can advocate for themselves38:50 – Why standard UTI tests often miss infections41:00 – Private extended testing and severe chronic infections43:24 – The antibiotic that finally worked44:06 – Why this conversation matters for women everywhereThis episode is intended for educational and awareness purposes only and is not sponsored, promotional or affiliated with any specific clinic, treatment provider or commercial service discussed during the conversation.