The short answer
Two UTIs in six months, or three in twelve months, is a reason to discuss recurrent UTIs with a healthcare professional.
Keep a short record
Note episode dates, symptoms, tests, treatment, and whether symptoms fully settled. Bring this record to an appointment. You can keep it on paper; you do not need to share personal health details with this website.
Ask for an individual plan
A clinician can assess possible causes and discuss suitable prevention or treatment. Options depend on your circumstances and medical history.
Questions to take with you
‘Do these episodes appear to be UTIs?’ ‘Would any tests be useful?’ ‘What should I do if symptoms return?’ ‘Which prevention options are appropriate for me?’ You can ask for the plan to be explained in everyday language.
Sources & context
Sources accessed for this editorial version on 31 October 2026. These organisations do not endorse Babymefirst or Cranberrybaby.
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