hi sir/madam, Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. A UTI can affect any part of your urinary system. When an infection only affects your bladder, it’s usually a minor illness that can be easily treated. However, if it spreads to your kidneys, you may suffer from serious health consequences, and may even need to be hospitalized. if you have chronic UTIs, your doctor may likely prescribe long-term, low-dose antibiotics for more than one week after the initial symptoms subside. In many cases, this helps prevent symptoms from recurring. Preventions tips:- Urinate as often as needed (especially after intercourse). Wipe front to back after urinating. Drink plenty of water to flush bacteria out of your system. Drink cranberry juice daily. Wear cotton underwear. Avoid tight-fitting pants. Avoid using diaphragms and spermicides for birth control. Avoid drinking fluids that may irritate your bladder (like coffee, citrus fruit drinks, soda, alcohol). hope this was helpful. have a healthy day.