Cystitis

Cystitis: what helps

Even if the typical burning and itching when urinating is not pleasant: patience pays off. Cystitis often heals on its own without therapy. Anyone who is in pain can counteract a bladder infection with ibuprofen or other pain relievers - at least as long as the infection is limited to the bladder.  hollyhealthfitness

You should see a doctor if the symptoms are severe, there are signs that the infection has spread (e.g. pain in the kidney area) or the cystitis keeps coming back. Antibiotics prescribed in such cases destroy the bacteria in the urine and usually resolve symptoms within a few days. For too long, however, you should not take antibiotics that you (have to) take in tablet or capsule form for a cystitis. Because with so-called long-term treatment over several weeks or even months, the risk increases that the pathogens will become resistant to the drug.

Cystitis: Home Remedies

You can relieve a bladder infection without antibiotics or conventional medicine or support medical treatment with home remedies in the case of uncomplicated processes. These can make symptoms more bearable or prevent a recurrence of cystitis. Home remedies that are often used are, for example, teas with corresponding natural active ingredients (bladder and kidney teas).

In addition, there are some methods to cure a bladder infection plant-based, homeopathically or through certain behaviors or not to let it develop in the first place - even if there is no clear scientific evidence for this.  healthbeautystudio

Drink cranberry, lingonberry or blueberry juice: The fruits contain a certain plant substance (proanthocyanidin) that make it more difficults for the pathogens to settle on the urinary tract walls. Therefore, if you have a cystitis, cranberries, lingonberries or blueberries or their juice can prevent the inflammation from spreading and preventing it from coming back.

Going to the toilet frequently: It generally helps to drink a lot. Because those who drinks a lot often have go to the toilet and wash away the pathogens. If you have a bladder infections, you should drink at least two liters per day, but not citrus juices, alcohol or coffee. They also irritate the urinary tract when you have a bladder infection.

Warmth: With a bladder infection, the muscles often cramp. Warmth has a relaxing effect. Either put a hot water bottle on (not directly on the skin to avoid burns), make warm compresses or take a (Sitz) bath if you have a cystitis.

Homeopathy: Taking globules for cystitis is also possible and some people swear by it. The best way to treat cystitis depends on the causes of the symptoms.

Pregnant women, children and the elderly, in particular, can try the globules in the case of cystitis. Because you may not take antibiotics and other painkillers, or only take them to a limited extent. However, if the symptoms do not subside within a few days, you should definitely see a doctor. Otherwise there is a risk that the cystitis could spread to the ureters and kidneys.

Baking Soda: Another home remedy for a cystitis is baking soda. The theory: the bacteria that cause it love acid, but the powder is supposed to make the urine alkaline and so it burns less when urinating. The recommendation is to drink a large glass of water with a pinch of baking soda twice a days for a maximum of 3 days.

Cystitis: symptoms

Basically, cystitis can affect men and women alike. In reality, however, cystitis is more common in women because their urethra is shorter and the pathogens get into the bladder faster. A mild cystitis can proceed (almost) without pain. Usually, however, you will recognize a bladder infection by the following signs:

• Pain and burning sensation when urinating (but there are also bladder infections without burning sensation when using the toilet)  techiescity
• urinating is difficult, emptying the bladder feels uncomfortable (dysuria)
• The genital area may itch if you have a bladder infection
• You have to go to the toilet all the time (but often there is little or no urine)
• If there is a bladder infection, there may be pain in the flank area
• You have to "get out" several times at night (nocturia)
• Abdominal cramps and fever can also be signs of an infection
   

In addition to these symptoms of cystitis, which usually but not all occur at once, there are other warning signs that you can use to recognize a cystitis. A cystitis sometimes accompanies nausea and diarrhea , the urine becomes cloudy and has an unpleasant smell. Women may experience increased discharge when the cystitis spreads to the vagina. If you get back pain with a bladder infection, this is a sign that it has passed on to the kidneys or, in men, to the prostate. In rare cases, blood can be found in the urine of a bladder infection. However, this can not be seen with the naked eye.

Cystitis: when to see a doctor?

Cystitis usually heals within a week. If it takes longer, if the symptoms persist for more than three days or if they keeps coming back, you should se a doctor. He can not only prescribe (pain) relieving medication or antibiotics, but also clarify the cause of the (repeated) inflammation.

Cystitis: Is It Contagious?

Yes, even if the risk is relatively low if you pay attention to (intimate) hygiene. Since E. coli bacteria mainly cause cystitis, you can get infected in public toilets or through contaminated objects such as doorknobs, faucets or handles on public transport. So you should always wash your hands thoroughly afterwards to avoid a cystitis. Bacteria can also be transmit through sexual intercourse. Here condoms are an effective protection. In the case of a bladder infection, the incubation time, i.e. the time from infection to the onset of the disease, cannot be precisely determined, as there are also symptom-free courses. Depending on the patient, the first symptoms can appear after one to three days.

Cystitis: causes

Most often, bacteria (often E. coli) cause cystitis. They usually come from the intestine and enter the bladder via the urethra. Cystitis is more rarely caused by fungi, viruses or parasites.

Women are more prones to develops cystitis because of their anatomy; further risk factors are:

• frequent sexual intercourse. Because of the friction, the pathogens are more likely to get into the urethra.
• a weak immune system. Then a bladder infection from cold / hypothermia can develop. In addition, a (renewed) bladder infection is more likely after taking antibiotics, because this type of therapy changes the intestinal flora.
• psychological influences. Cystitis can be promoted by stress .
• Hormones: if the vaginal flora is unbalanced, this can result in cystitis. The pill can therefore increase the risk of illness as well as diaphragm , spermicides or menopause.
• Functional disorders: if the urine builds up and cannot flow out, for example due to a narrowed urethra, this can make a bladder infection more likely.
• Incorrect wiping: If you wipe from the back to the front when using the toilet, you increase the risk of a bladder infection because you push the bacteria from the anus into the urethra
• Contraception: not only the pill but also diaphragms can cause a bladder infection as they press on the urethra.
• Diseases: Diabetics are generally more susceptible to infections. The higher sugar level in the urine is also an excellent nutrient for the pathogens.  techgeeksblogger

 

Cystitis: prevent

Why some people are more like to develop a bladder infection than others cannot be precisely explained. Everyone can do something to prevent cystitis. There are no vaccinations, but it helps to drink a lot, to go to the toilet frequently, to wear comfortable underwear (tight panties can irritate the pubic area), to keep warm and thus your immune system strong, and when going to the toilet from front to back to wipe and to observe good intimate hygiene.  healthnutritionhints