There is a fluid intake range that is healthy. Below this level predisposes to urinary tract infections, urinary stone formation, changes in the gut and urinary micro biome, and results in generalized symptoms of well-being. Fluid intake above a healthy threshold predisposes to lower urinary tract symptoms, sleep interruptions and may affect symptoms of well-being.

Midurethral sling surgery (MuSS) outcomes are inconsistent. We lack knowledge of outcome moderators. This study will identify a prospective subcohort of women aged 18+ with incident successful and unsuccessful MuSS. Hypothesized moderators of MuSS outcome spanning the social ecological model (e.g., urinary microbiome, comorbidities, BMI, physical activity, race, occupation, income) will be compared across those with successful... more »

Recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI) are highly prevalent among women across the lifespan with significant impact on quality of life. Prevention strategies are utilized despite variable efficacy, high side effect burden and increasing antibiotic resistance. This study will identify a cohort of women with rUTI (>3/year) and inventory dietary intake. We hypothesize that moderate intake of animal fat and products with... more »

Midurethral sling surgery (MuSS) outcomes are inconsistent. We lack knowledge of outcome moderators. This study will identify a prospective subcohort of women aged 18+ with incident successful and unsuccessful MuSS. Hypothesized moderators of MuSS outcome spanning the social ecological model (e.g., urinary microbiome, comorbidities, BMI, physical activity, race, occupation, income) will be compared across those with successful... more »