Do utis cause weight gain?

Question

I’ve been struggling with frequent UTIs and have noticed some unexplained weight gain lately. I’m wondering if there's any connection, do UTIs cause weight gain?

Arathi Pillai · Accepted Answer

I panicked when I felt so heavy and bloated during my UTI, thinking I was gaining weight. But my doctor reassured me it was just temporary water retention and bloating from the inflammation, and it disappeared soon after.

Meera Krishnan · Answer

UTIs do not cause actual weight gain, though bloating can make you feel that way. Focus on finishing your antibiotics, drinking plenty of water, and your body will feel normal soon.

Savita Patil · Answer

My daughter felt very heavy and stomach-bloated during her last urinary infection, but it wasn't actual weight gain. Make sure they drink fresh coconut water and take their medicines on time.

Varun Grover · Answer

Haha, no, UTIs don't make you gain weight! If you feel heavier, it is probably just the three liters of water you've been chugging to flush out the bacteria.

Rohan Malhotra · Answer

Hey, don't stress too much! UTIs absolutely do not cause weight gain. Just focus on resting up, taking your meds, and you'll feel light as a feather in a few days.

Tanvi Joshi · Answer

I totally get it, feeling bloated and uncomfortable can make you feel like you've put on weight. It's just the infection causing inflammation, so please don't be hard on yourself.

Shubham Gupta · Answer

No yaar, UTI se weight gain nahi hota hai. Haan, bloating zaroor lag sakti hai par woh infection thik hote hi chali jayegi, na.

Do utis cause weight gain?

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Consult a dietary specialist

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