Beyond the Symptoms | An Expert Interview Series by LUF | Live UTI Free Why UTIs Return: Immune System Insights | Dr. Soman Abraham with Live UTI Free (LUF)
Host Melissa Kramer Interviews Dr. Soman Abraham, a professor of Pathology at Duke University, on Chronic and Recurrent UTIs.
Together, they unpack why some UTIs resolve quickly while others persist or recur, leaving patients in a frustrating cycle of symptoms and treatment. Dr. Abraham shares new insights into how the bladder’s immune system functions and why current antibiotic treatments may fail to eliminate bacteria embedded in bladder tissue. This discussion introduces a promising vaccine that could revolutionize how the immune system targets persistent infections.
This episode is essential listening for anyone struggling with persistent bladder symptoms or searching for science-based answers about UTI prevention, immune dysfunction, and bladder health innovation.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
- How the immune system reacts to a UTI, and why that reaction may not be enough to prevent chronic or recurrent infections.
- Why antibiotics sometimes fail—clearing bacteria from urine but missing those hidden deep in bladder tissue.
- The future of UTI treatment: how a new vaccine may activate T cells in the bladder, offering a more precise and lasting solution for those suffering from chronic UTI.
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