Females are more likely than males to get urinary tract infections due to the short length of the urethra and the proximity of the anal opening.

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Females are much more likely than males to get urinary tract infections. The opening to the urethra is likely to be contaminated with fecal material and it is very short, making it easier for pathogens to reach the bladder.

Females Are More Likely Than Males to Get Urinary Tract