9Menopause
When women get aged and have menopause, the levels of the hormone estrogen in the body go down gradually. This leads to the thinning of the urethra’s lining and changes the balance of bacteria in their vagina. Over time, harmful microorganisms that affect the bladder will access and thrive more easily to cause infections. This risk is especially high within 4 or 5 years since the final menstrual period. At the same time, the pelvic muscles also become weakened, which contributes to the development of bladder infections. [9]
