Why urinary tract infections are more common in women?

Urinary tract infections are caused by germs and affect the urinary system. The most commonly infecting parts of the body are the urethra, urinary tract, and bladder. Urinary tract infections are usually caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract and multiplying in the bladder. Although the body's immune system is active to protect against germs, when the immune system is weakened, germs are more likely to infect the body. Major fact that needs our attention is the spread of germs through the toilets. Especially when women are squatting to urinate, there is a big chance for germs to enter the urinary tract through the urethra. A woman has a shorter urethra than a man, which shortens the distance that germs have to travel to reach the bladder too. So anyone can understand the risk of women getting urinary tract infections. It also shows how women are less likely to become infected when they urinate standing up.