"As a female, you have more E. coli in your gastrointestinal system that can enter the bladder through your urethra."

"As a female, you have a shorter urethra creating an easier way for bacteria to invade your bladder."

"If you take too many showers you are more susceptible to getting a UTI because you are washing off the protective bacteria."

"At your age, you have more sexual intercourse than older females making you more likely to get a UTI."