If you feel like you’ve been on a first-name basis with your pharmacist thanks to repeated UTIs, you’re not imagining things—and you’re not alone. Recurrent urinary tract infections affect nearly one in four women. But the real frustration? Standard treatment often just kicks the can down the road.
What Is a Recurrent UTI?
A UTI is considered recurrent when you’ve had:
- Two infections within six months, or
- Three within a year
These infections typically cause burning during urination, urgency, pelvic pain, and frequent urges—even if very little urine is passed. When they return again and again, it’s a sign that something deeper is going on.
Why Do They Keep Coming Back?
Your doctor may blame hygiene or say you’re just “prone” to infections, but that’s rarely the full story. Common contributing factors include:
- Hormonal changes: Estrogen loss (especially after menopause) thins the urethral and vaginal tissues, making them more susceptible to bacteria
- Pelvic floor dysfunction: Tight or uncoordinated muscles can impair bladder emptying
- Altered vaginal flora: Frequent antibiotics disrupt the microbiome, allowing bad bacteria to thrive
- Sexual activity: Can introduce bacteria, especially if tissues are dry or fragile
- Incomplete emptying: Due to muscle tension, prolapse, or bladder positioning
Why Antibiotics Aren’t Enough
Yes, they work—temporarily. But repeated use can:
- Damage gut and vaginal microbiota
- Promote antibiotic resistance
- Leave the tissue more fragile over time
Many women describe a cycle:
- Get a UTI
- Take antibiotics
- Get temporary relief
- A few weeks later, it’s back
That cycle isn’t just frustrating—it’s exhausting.
A More Holistic Approach
Breaking the cycle means treating the terrain, not just the symptoms. That includes:
- Restoring tissue health: Thicker, more resilient vaginal and urethral lining resists infection
- Rebalancing the microbiome: Through probiotics, diet, and lifestyle changes
- Strengthening bladder control: With pelvic floor support
How EmpowerRF Can Help
EmpowerRF is a non-surgical therapy designed to:
- Improve blood flow and collagen production in vaginal and periurethral tissue
- Normalize pH and support a healthy bacterial balance
- Strengthen pelvic muscles that influence bladder function
This combination helps reduce UTI recurrence by making the vaginal and urinary environments more resistant to harmful bacteria.
What to Expect
In-office treatments use gentle radiofrequency and muscle stimulation to rejuvenate tissue. Sessions last about 30 minutes with no downtime. Many women notice improved comfort, fewer infections, and greater confidence within a few sessions.
What Else Can You Do?
Support recovery and prevention with:
- Hydration: Flushes bacteria
- Post-intercourse urination: Reduces risk of transfer
- D-mannose or cranberry supplements: May prevent bacterial adhesion
- Avoiding irritants: Fragrance-free products only
- Functional assessment: With a provider who understands pelvic health
Final Word
You’re not unlucky. You’re underserved. If recurrent UTIs have taken over your life—or your peace of mind—it’s time for a more comprehensive answer.
EmpowerRF is one powerful option, but the shift starts with the belief that chronic infections aren’t just “part of being a woman.” You deserve better. And better is possible.
