Natural Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
A urinary tract infection (also referred to as a UTI) is a bacterial infection affecting the urinary tract. When bacteria from the rectal area enter the urinary tract via the urethra to the bladder and multiply in the urine, an infection occurs.
Diagnosing Urinary Tract Infections
There are two main types of urinary tract infections, namely lower tract and upper tract infections. An infection found in the lower tract typically spreads to the urethra or the bladder.
Bacteria that infects the urethra (tube that carries urine from the bladder) causes urethritis, while bacteria that infects the bladder causes cystitis (or a bladder infection).
An infection found in the upper tract spreads through the bloodstream into the kidneys. This is called pyelonephritis, and is a very serious condition.
UTI Symptoms and Signs
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Frequent urination
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Pain or burning during urination
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Pain in the lower back or abdomen
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Pain above the pubic bone
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Dark, foul-smelling urine
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Blood in the urine
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A feeling of shakiness and fatigue
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Mild fever
What Causes Urinary Tract Infections?
Urinary infections are usually caused by the Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria, while other contributing factors include a shorter urethra in women, an enlarged prostate in men, frequent sexual activity, sexually transmitted diseases, or medical conditions such as HIV or diabetes.
Help for Urinary Tract Infections
This type of infection is commonly treated with antibiotics. However, it is increasingly recognized that frequent treatment with antibiotics may contribute to recurring UTI infections and increased dependency of antibiotic use, thereby further weakening the immune system.
Natural UTI Remedies
Natural UTI remedies and holistic therapy can be very effective and have been used for centuries to alleviate pain and discomfort as well as address the underlying symptoms of a urinary tract infection.
Natural remedies for urinary tract infections are safe and cause no side effects. They also support one's physical, mental, and emotional health, rather than simply treating UTI symptoms.
Using a herbal UTI remedy for urinary tract infections is also less likely to contribute to recurring infections, and can therefore provide a safe and longer-lasting solution to this common yet distressing medical condition.
