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Cystitis
Cystitis is caused by inflammation of the bladder. Women are mostly affected by this disease, in fact around 50 percent of adult women experience cystitis at some point during their lives. Cystitis is caused by a germ infection, known as bacterial urinary tract infection. If the bacteria infection spreads to the kidneys, cystitis can become a painful, serious and annoying health problem.
The most common type of cystitis is bacterial cystitis which is caused when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra. The bacteria then multiplies rapidly to affect the bladder wall and possibly kidneys causing cystitis. At this point the patients experience pain in the back, vomiting and fever. These symptoms of the infection could even spread to the upper urinary tract.
Besides bacterial cystitis there are two other types of cystitis; these being
Interstitial cystitis
and Hemorrhagic cystitis (the least common form of cystitis).
Symptoms of Cystitis
The symptoms of cystitis include;
a burning sensation when urinating.
blood in the urine.
small amounts of urine passing frequently.
urgent need to urinate
Treatment for Cystitis
The medication and treatment depends on the form and severity of the cystitis. However, the most
common modes of treatment for this infection include; include ciprofloxacin, amoxicillin, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, nitrofurantoin and trimpex.
Some health care professionals may favour natural remedies and we recommend;
UT Tonic for UTI, Bladder Infections and Cystitis without Antibiotics
and
UTI-Clear for UTI, Bladder Infections and Cystitis.
The treament might take a few weeks and it is always adviced to
follow the treatment recommended by your health care provider until the infection is reduced.
Tips to Relieve Cystitis
Following these tips may help the patients relieve the symptoms of cystitis:
Drink a lot of water - You should drink 10-12 glasses of water daily. The water will help to flush the toxins out of your system and reduces the burning sensations.
Consume Cranberry juice - Cranberry juice is very good to fight against a cystitis infection. Don't take cranberry juice in case of taking medication such as warfarin.
Shower regularly - Showers are preferred to baths for patients with cystitis. Tub baths are not beneficial for cystitis.
Don't use deodorant sprays - Never use any deodorant sprays in the genital area. When affected with cystitis even avoid making use of feminine products on the affected area.
Urinate frequently - You should avoid retaining your urine and visit the bathroom regularly.
Follow the recommended treatment - Consult your health professional when the cystitis infection occurs and follow the recommended treatment.
Use mild soaps - Use gentle mild soaps around the genital area. This will ensure that it does not
interfere with the PH of your body.
Avoid coffee and spicy foods - You should avoid drinking coffee, soft drinks with caffeine, alcohol and spicy foods.
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