Does Menopause Increase the Risk of UTIs?

Urinary Tract Infections (UTI), Vaginal Dryness & Menopause (GSM) | July 31, 2026

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be an all-too-common issue, but during menopause, they may seem to occur with even more regularity. A UTI occurs when bacteria, often E. coli, enter the urinary tract and multiply, leading to uncomfortable symptoms like frequent urination, a burning sensation, or a sense of incomplete bladder emptying. If UTIs happen multiple times over a year, doctors may classify them as recurrent UTIs, a condition that requires closer attention.