Which statement about urinary tract infections is correct?
A) An infection in one structure can lead to an infection of the entire system.
B) Men are at greater risk than women.
C) Adequate fluid intake is a common cause.
D) Microbes are normally present in the urinary system.

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Urinary tract infections can start in one part of the urinary system and spread to other parts, potentially leading to a systemic infection.

Answer: D) 
 Microbes are normally present in the urinary system, but they are typically kept in check by the body's natural defense mechanisms. It is only when the balance is disrupted that an infection can occur.

Option B and C are incorrect. Men are not at greater risk than women for UTIs, and while inadequate fluid intake can contribute to UTIs, it is not a common cause compared to other risk factors such as poor hygiene or obstruction of urine flow.

Which Statement About Urinary Tract Infections Is Correct