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| URINARY TRACT INFECTION (UTI) |
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These infections are most common in women; but men can get them also.There are many causes of Urinary Tract Infection but the most common are being exposure to staphylococcus or streptococcus bacteria. Micro organisms, chlamydia and mycoplasma, can be transmitted sexually. Many UTI's are caused from bacteria normally found in the intestines. Infection of the urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra) can be serious if left untreated. Antibiotics, such as Fluoroquinolones, are often prescribed to treat this infection but overusing often has a negative effect and recurrence of the infection is quite possible. The symptoms of UTI's may include one or more of the following: increased urinary frequency or urgency, burning or discomfort with urination (dysuria), cloudy urine, foul or strong urine odor, blood in the urine, fever, chills, abdominal pain and uterine tenderness. Often with these symptoms it is hard to sit, or walk without feeling un-comfortable. Women may feel an uncomfortable pressure above the pubic bone, and some men experience fullness in the rectum. It is common for a person with this infection to complain that, despite the urge to urinate, only a small amount of urine is passed. Natural remedies, such as herbal dietary supplements, are known to treat and prevent these infections. It is also helpful to drink some fresh lemon juice in water to make urine alkaline so bacteria can not survive. However, having symptoms of a UTI does not necessarily mean a person has one. Other conditions may cause similar symptoms, such as kidney stones, irritable bladder and pelvic inflammatory disease. OTC drugs such as Uristat, Azo can help alleviate some of the UTI symptoms but will not cure this infection. Drinking lots of water helps cleanse the urinary tract of bacteria. Herbal dietary supplements: Saver and effective against UTI's. Cat's claw Antibacterial -or antifungal activity. Curcumin The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties play a significant role. Garlic Contains natural antibiotics and antimicrobial substances killing bacteria responsible for many bladder infections. Ginger Has naturally occurring antibacterial properties aiding aid in treating a UTI. Phyllanthus It treats bladder - and urinary tract infections (UTI). |