Therefore, dry mucous membranes can cause urinary tract infections

"How do you get better at peeing with VagiVital AktivGel? You're supposed to have it in the vagina and not at the urethra?" 

This question came up as a comment under one of our ads where Annicka, one of our wonderful customers, shared her story. Annicka told how she had previously suffered from constant urinary tract infections that affected her daily life and sleep – she was up several times every night to urinate and thought she would never get rid of the problems. 

But after starting to use VagiVital AktivGel, she experienced an enormous change. By moisturizing her dry and fragile mucous membranes, she was able to strengthen her protective barrier, and for the first time in a long time, she was free from recurring infections. 

However, it is important to clarify that VagiVital AktivGel is a medical device developed to treat dry and fragile mucous membranes – not a treatment for urinary tract infections. We have no clinical studies linking AktivGel to a reduced occurrence of urinary tract infections, but we often hear from our customers that they experience a positive effect and that their infections have decreased or disappeared completely when the mucous membranes have been rehydrated and strengthened. 

But why can dry mucous membranes increase the risk of urinary tract infections – and how can you prevent them?

"Had problems on and off with sudden urgent need to urinate, it felt uncomfortable to urinate. Read that it could be dry mucous membranes. Tried AktivGel and it got better – no longer have any discomfort." 
 – Lena Edlund

DRY MUCUS MEMBRANES AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS – WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY? 

Dry and fragile mucous membranes in the genital area are a common cause of recurring urinary tract infections, especially in women during and after menopause. When estrogen levels drop, the mucous membranes become thinner and drier, which affects their natural protection. 

A healthy vaginal flora consists of lactobacilli, good bacteria that produce lactic acid and help maintain a low pH level. The acidic environment makes it harder for harmful bacteria to ascend the urethra and cause an infection. 

Research shows that vaginal dryness and atrophic mucous membranes can create an imbalance in the microflora, which in turn increases the risk of urinary tract infections (Hextall, 2010). A study published in Menopause (Perrotta et al., 2018) found that women with vaginal atrophy had a significantly higher incidence of UTIs, but that moisturizing treatment could reduce the symptoms. 

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DRY MUCUS MEMBRANES ARE OFTEN MISTAKEN FOR URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS 

Many women seeking care for recurring urinary tract infections receive repeated antibiotic treatments without the underlying problem being resolved. Doctors sometimes do not investigate whether dry and fragile mucous membranes could be the cause. 

When the mucous membranes in the vagina and around the urethra lose their natural moisture, they become thinner and more sensitive to irritation. The protective barrier weakens, making it easier for harmful bacteria to take hold and cause an infection. Many women perceive this solely as a urinary problem and do not associate it with dry mucous membranes.

SIGNS THAT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS MAY BE DUE TO DRY MUCUS MEMBRANES 

If you often suffer from urinary tract infections, especially in connection with menopause or hormonal changes (e.g., breastfeeding or certain medications), dry mucous membranes may be a contributing cause. Other symptoms to watch for include: 

✅ Burning or irritation in the genital area 
✅ Feeling of dryness or tightness 
✅ Pain or discomfort during intercourse 
✅ Increased sensitivity or slight bleeding 
✅ Frequent urges to urinate without detected infection 

Many women only realize the connection when they try a moisturizing treatment like VagiVital AktivGel and notice that urinary tract symptoms decrease. On our website, you can read reviews from women who have gone from constant antibiotic treatments to a life without recurring UTIs.

HOW DOES VAGIVITAL AKTIVGEL WORK? 

VagiVital AktivGel is a medical device product that is clinically tested to moisturize and strengthen the mucous membranes in the vagina. By restoring the moisture balance, the protective barrier of the mucous membranes improves, making it harder for harmful bacteria to take hold. 

Although AktivGel is not a treatment for urinary tract infections, we have received many stories from our customers who experience that their urinary tract problems have decreased or disappeared when the mucous membranes have become rehydrated and stronger.

THAT IS WHY WE RECOMMEND A 3-MONTH TREATMENT 

Dry mucous membranes need time to recover and build up their natural moisture balance. Studies at, among others, Karolinska University Hospital show that the best results are achieved after 12 weeks of regular use. 

Some notice improvement already after a few days, while for others it takes up to three months. To give the mucous membranes a chance to strengthen their protective barrier, we recommend a full treatment period. 

The effect of AktivGel halves after 14 days of pause, which makes continuous use important. Most of our customers switch after the first months to applying the gel every other or every third day. 

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WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO TO PREVENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS? 

In addition to using VagiVital AktivGel which strengthens the mucous membranes, there are more things you can do to reduce the risk of urinary tract infections: 

🌸 Drink enough fluids – It helps the body flush out bacteria from the urinary tract.
🌸 Wipe from front to back – To prevent bacteria from the anus reaching the urethra.
🌸 Never use soap in the genital area – Soap can disrupt the natural balance and further dry out the mucous membranes. Instead, choose moisturizing intimate cleanser VagiVital Cleanser https://vagivital.se/products/vagivital-moisturizing-v-cleanser 
🌸 Urinate after intercourse – This can help flush out bacteria that may have entered the urethra. 

Do you want to know more about urinary tract infections and how you can prevent them? 

💡 Read Tareq Alsaody's, senior physician and urology specialist, best advice and tips – as well as the latest research on urinary tract infections: 
READ HERE

Take care of yourself & Stay Pussytive ❤️

/Fanny Falkman Grinndal 

Business Manager Nordics 
Peptonic Medical AB 
fanny.falkman-grinndal@peptonicmedical.se