UTI Relief in 15 minutes

utireliefspiralI created this site because I really want to educate people about urinary tract infections, cystitis, bladder infections and even some on kidney infections.  I was so frustrated and disgusted with the lack of help and support I got from my Doctor, that I got determined to be an absolute expert.  The effect of all the anitbiotics I was on was just too much.  My entire immune system was in  ruins.  I had to do something.  This site contains most of what I learned.

Natural UTI Remedies

redbacteriaCystitis or Urinary Tract Infections are painful and sometimes incapacitating infections and we're committed to providing you with the information you need to help treat and prevent these infections.  Did you know that most infections are caused by the E. Coli bacteria?  Learn about that and more by clicking through this site and educating yourself.  You know what they say.  An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.  Well, we have a pound of prevention, so just imagine what that's worth!

UTI Symptoms - What to Look Out For

Almost half of all women will experience a urinary tract infection in their life. However, many don’t even know what the symptoms are so it can be misdiagnosed very easily (it’s important to detect it as early as possible). Do you have any of the following symptoms?

  • Nausea.
  • Fever.
  • Loss of appetite.
  • Vomiting.
  • Burning sensation when urinating.
  • Cloudy urine.
  • Pink urine.
  • Smelly urine.
  • Pelvic pain (for women).
  • Rectal pain (for men).
  • Constant feeling of needing to urinate..
  • Only small amounts of urine possible

If you experience any of the following symptoms it’s vital to see a doctor immediately. Leaving it for a long time can complicate matters so book an appointment today. All he/she needs to do is take a quick urine sample and this will determine what the ratio of white to red blood cells are in your urine. Too many white blood cells indicates a high chance of an infection being present. From here the most common course of action would be to take antibiotics, however, a more natural remedy is to drink lots and lots of cranberry juice.

In the future it’s best to just avoid getting a UTI in the first place. This is ensured by a good personal hygiene regimen. Washing very thoroughly every day and wiping from the front to back when on the toilet (most important for women). Bacteria found near the rectum is the most common source of infection for UTI’s.

Make sure you always pee when you need to. Holding it in can cause the bladder to stretch out more and more over time making the bladder never fully able to empty out completely. Wash your genitals before and after sex, drink 6 – 8 glasses of water per day and get your daily Vitamin C requirement. Vitamin C has been shown to reduce UTI’s by boosting the immune system. If you do get an infection it’s not the end of the world, just go to the doctor, get some antibiotics and check your personal hygiene habits. Another important factor is to eat a good diet with plenty of vegetables and fruit. UTI symptoms can be quite misleading so make sure you get diagnosed by a professional as soon as possible. The only real danger with UTI’s is a misdiagnosis and the wrong treatment protocol.

Potential Complications of a UTI

Most of the time there are no complications from a urinary tract infection. Frequently a UTI will simply “run it’s course” and clear up in as little as a few days. If you see a Dr. and are prescribed an antibiotic, frequenty the infection will clear, but there are risks associated with taking antibiotics.

There are however a number of complications which may occur with a urinary tract infection, especially if left totally untreated or in recurrent infections. The potential complications from severe or recurring urinary tract infections can be serious and include kidney damage, abscesses, fistulas or urinary tract strictures. In the case if a rapidly developing UTI, dehydration, sepsis, and even death can occur.

Pregnant women with an untreated UTI have a risk of premature delivery and / or low birth weight for the infant and some researchers suggest pregnant women are at a higher risk for rapid infection.
 
If you have a UTI and are looking for relief from the pain and the urgency in as little as 15 minutes, be sure to check out my UTI Home Remedy.

Who’s Getting A UTI? - Risk Factors

One of the most significant risk factors for development of a urinary tract infections is any condition or ailment that inhibits or impeeds the flow or urine. Most adults produce about 50 cc of urine per hour. Kidney stone, urethral strictures, or an enlarged prostate are among the leading contributing factors involving an obstruction or restriction of urine flow in the urinary tract. The natural flow or urine through the urinary tract produces a cleansing effect for the urinary tract. While urine contains waste products from the body it almost never contains bacteria. A typical urinary tract infection progresses “from the outside, in.”
 
Bacteria will usually enter the urinary tract from the urethreal opening and progress along the urethra toward the bladder and potentially up the ureters toward the kidneys. This means bacterial travel “upstream” or agains the flow. If the flow is restricted, the journey for the bacteria is easier.

Most research indicates that women are significantly more likely to get a UTI than men are. This can be attribuited to the fact that the uretheral opening is closer to the anus and vagina, and because the urethra in women is significantly shorter. In fact the length of the urethra in women is about 1.5 inches and men it’s 8 inches!

People who need a catheter also are at about a 30% increased risk of a urinary tract infection or baldder infection. The reasons for this are that first, the catheter provides a direct path for bacteria to the bladder. Additionally the catheter has none of the bodies natural defense against bacteria.

There is also some research which indicates women who use a diaphragm are at an increased risk for UTI’s. In addition, women who have partners that use comdoms with spermicidal foam are at increased risk. Some of the research in this are would indicate that the risk is increased with the use of spermacide and is unrelated to the use of condoms. The theory is that the acidity of the spermacide effects the bodies ability to resist the bacteria.

Sexual activity is probably the single largest factor for increasing the probability of a UTI. In fact the increased sexual activity following marriage has been given a nickname of “honeymoon cystitis” due to the increase in UTI’s among recently married women.

Men over the age of 60 are generally at a higher risk for a UTI based on the fact that many men over the age of 60 have developed an enlarged prostate. As mentioned above, this enlarged prostrate can significantly impede the flow or urine and may contribute to the bladder not emptying completely.
The following conditions may also contribute to increased risk of a UTI:
  • People with bacteria in the bloodstream (bacteremmia) - Can cause the bacteria to enter the kidney via the bloodstream (hematogenous spread).
  • People with infections in close proximity to the urinary tract (such as in the epididymis, prostate, or fistulas).
  • People who have had a urilogical procedure.
  • People with chronic diseases such as diabetes or immunosuppressed (cancer or HIV).
One final note about increased risk factors for a UTI in regard to pregnancy. Currently there is some research which suggests that the risk of a UTI is increased between weeks 6 through 26. Most researchers agree that because of the seriousness of a UTI progressing to pyelonephritis a Dr. visit would be best if a UTI is contracted during pregnancy. Some research suggests this infection may cause a low birth weight or premature birth.