The
cystitis is an infection very common in women, but not exclusive. Know why it occurs and how to prevent it is of great importance to have the least amount of episodes of this nature possible. In addition, something to please will be able to recognize cystitis in its early to
begin to treat it naturally and prevent it from getting worse.
The urinary tract infection is often produced, most of the times, by a
bacteria - e. coli, staphylococcus, and streptococcus, among others – and their most frequent symptoms are: first,
eager to constants go to urinate, discomfort and/or burning when doing so, pain in the lower abdomen, general malaise, and, in more serious cases, there may be fever and chills.
The reason for the cystitis is more frequent in women than in men
is because the female urethra is shorter than the male, so it is easier for bacteria to reach the bladder and infect. Well, the
most common causes by which it occurs are:
- Hormonal changes, for instance, with the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, etc
- Injury to the urethra by sexual intercourse too strenuous.
- Uses of certain methods of contraception.
- Not urinating when you have urge, to retain for a long time the desire of urination.
- Narrowed urethra.
- Stay still a long time, by case, in boxes of convalescence.
- Diabetes , or other disorders that can affect the urethra.
- In the case of the men, an enlarged prostate.
In most cases, cystitis
occurs mild and can be treated with natural remedies, as when the box gets worse and the symptoms do not stop or powers, it will be necessary to go to the doctor and take antibiotics.
Home remedies for cystitis
The first thing to take into account will be the
hydration: be sure to drink plenty of water to help the removal of bacteria from the bladder. So also, it is advised to drink a glass of water with
two tablespoons of bicarbonate of sodium to prevent it or to reduce its symptoms. Although its taste is not very pleasant, it is recommended to take on an empty stomach.
Very probably you've heard of the
blueberry blue: well, yes, they are one of the natural remedies that are more effective. The
juice of this tasty fruit provides good amount of vitamins, minerals and antioxidant compoundsand helps to remove toxins and prevents the bacteria from adhering to the walls of the bladder and proliferate.
Two other recommended foods for these cases are the
radishes and
spinach: the first are excellent natural antibiotics, while the latter provide antioxidants that will help in these processes. Radishes are also good diuretics and facilitate the removal of germs through the urine. In either case, you can eat in salads or already cooked spinach.