Cystitis

An acute uncomplicated cystitis is an inflammation, an infection of the bladder. It is an infectious disease caused by bacteria (in about 70% of cases caused by Enterobacteriaceae-type Escherichia coli) that go back in the urinary bladder. Cystitis is often caused by contaminated feces. 10% to 20% of women are affected every year by cystitis, making it a leading cause of medical consultation. Note that 10% of women with cystitis may suffer from recurrent cystitis and in this case, a medical consultation is required.

Cystitis diagnosis and Cystitis symptoms

The symptoms of cystitis are typical, and may be sufficient for diagnosis. Ussualy a test urine with a dipstick is enough for the diagnosis. This can be achieved at your doctor. It may happen that your doctor wants to consider the bacteriological examination of urine, produced in the laboratory, because it allows him to precisely identify the bacteria involved and test the antibiotics that are active on this bacterium. Nine out of ten cases, the bacterium in question is an intestinal bacterium called Escherichia coli (or E. coli). As soon as the strip confirms the diagnosis, one must take active treatment on E. coli.

A person with cystitis always wants to urinate. Urine output is often low. The emission of urine is difficult, and painful and is usually associated with burning sensation felt in urination. Cystitis pain can also be found in the back or lower abdomen. In cystitis it should be noted that sometimes the urine emitts a bad smell. Cystitis is often without serious consequences, but in some cases cystitis can lead to complications, such as the development of kidney infections. In case of suspicious symptoms (like blood in urine), discuss this immediately with your family doctor.

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Cystitis - risk of recurrence

The main problem of cystitis remains it's recurrence. To reduce the risk, drink water in abundance (at least one and a half liters per 24 hours), be sure to urinate after intercourse. Warning: Avoid frequent douching and intimate washing. Repeated too often will destroy your natural flora. After all urination, you wipe from front to back and not vice versa. This simple gesture avoids reducing intestinal germs in the vulva and reinfecting you. Avoid certain foods and beverages that are suspected to promote crises: spices, wines and spirits, including beer. Your doctor can prescribe a minimum assessment, with radiological examinations. It may also prescribe medications (urinary antiseptic) to be taken at regular intervals or after sex.

How to prevent bacterial cystitis in women?

You must drink at least 2 liters a day, emptying the bladder and urinate often after sexual intercourse to prevent the germs present in the perineum and vagina to go back to the bladder. These tips are valid for processing, but also for preventing recurrence. White wine, champagne or some spices could also encourage cystitis. Cranberry juice showed an antibacterial effect and prevention against cystitis. It prevents cystitis by reducing the setting of certain bacteria (Escherichia coli) in the urinary tract walls. It is consumed as a juice or tablets. This is something new, but does not replace antibiotics.

Cystitis pictures

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Cystitis treatment - with natural baking soda

For the natural cystitis remedy, you prepare a cocktail of bicarbonate of soda. At the first sign of symptoms, mix half a teaspoon of baking soda in two and a half liters of water and drink it several times. Please do not take baking pure because it burns instead of helping as a treatment.

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Cystitis pain

Those who are suffering from cystitis feel pain when they are urinating. They also feel the need to urinate urgently several times a day. Urine color is often abnormal. The urine may contain blood. Its odor is very strong. Many factors can cause cystitis: sex, stagnation of urine in the bladder, intimate hygiene products that are too aggressive. There are some simple precautions to take. The first step is to drink enough water, at least 1.5 liters daily and regularly go to the toilet. This is the best way to remove germs responsible for infections. There are other patterns to choose such as hygiene products with neutral pH, avoid materials that encourage perspiration and the proliferation of germs, such as lycra.

Cystitis diet

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Drink a glass of water every hour for eight hours. Drink plenty of fluids which increases your urine output. It eliminates bacteria that try to invade the cell walls. It is advisable to continue to drink water until the color of the urine becomes clear. According to a recent study, cranberry juice can prevent bacteria from sticking to cells that invade the urinary tract. This can be beneficial for people suffering from cystitis since this treatment will help to eliminate bacteria and ensure a speedy recovery.

Eating habits are also important. Indeed, the white wine, champagne and some alcohols are not recommended as they affect the pH of urine and promote the proliferation of germs.