Home remedies for Urinary tract infection, causes, and symptoms

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Urinary tract infections Home remedies, causes,
and Symptoms
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Introduction

• More than half of the people in the world might
  have come across a urinary tract infection at
  some point of life. The disease is common in both
  genders but women are more prone to get infected
  and belongs to the high-risk category. Compared
  to men, women have a smaller urethra, so bacteria
  have a smaller distance to travel before reaching
  the urinary tract. Also due to the lifestyle
  changes women are affected over 50 each year.
• UTI is a generalized term used to refer bacterial
  or fungal growth in any part of the urinary
  system your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and
  urethra. Most of the infections are associated
  with bladder and the urethra. UTI can be treated
  within 2-3days, but if the infection persists
  then medications should be continued till it
  subsides.

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What are the causes of Urinary tract infections?

• The infection typically occurs when bacteria
  enter the urinary tract through the urethra and
  starts to multiply in the bladder.
• Cystitis (Infection of the bladder) Typically,
  this type of infection is caused by Escherichia
  coli (E. coli). They are generally found in the
  gastrointestinal tract. The infection can also
  happen through sexual intercourse. All women
  belong to the risk category of cystitis because
  of their anatomy, specifically the short distance
  from the urethra to the bladder.
• Urethritis (Infection of the urethra) The
  infection that occurs because of the spreading of
  the bacteria from anus to urethra. Since the
  urethral opening and vaginal opening is close
  enough, the infections get transmitted easily.
  Sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea,
  chlamydia, mycoplasma etc. also leaves high risk
  for UTI.

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What are the Symptoms of Urinary Tract
Infections?

• The major symptoms include
• A strong, persistent urge to urinate
• Burning sensation while urinating
• Urine incontinence (Passing urine in small
  amounts and feeling of incompleteness even after
  passing urine)
• Fever associated with chills in the night
• Turbid Urine (urine appears cloudy)
• Signs of blood in urine.
• Strong-smelling urine
• Nausea and vomiting
• Muscle aches and abdominal pains
• Severe pelvic pain, in women more pain felt in
  the center of pelvis and in the area near pubic
  bone.

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Method of Diagnosis

• Primary diagnosis is done by testing the urine
  sample. The test will reveal presence of white
  blood cells, red blood cells, and bacteria. If
  there is occurrence of recurrent infection,
  further tests like urine culture should be done
  to understand the mode of infection.
• Other techniques include
• Diagnostic imaging This includes assessing the
  urinary tract using USG, CT and MRI scanning,
  radiation tracking, or X-rays.
• Cystoscopy This will allow to inspect the
  bladder and urethra with camera which is inserted
  through a long thin tube to urethra.

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Risk Factors

• Studies reveal that, over 50 percent of all women
  will experience the issue of urinary tract
  infection at least once during their lifetime,
  out of which 20 to 30 percent experiences
  recurrent UTIs.
• Unlike other women, pregnant ladies develop more
  chances for UTI. As it is very important
  regarding the safety of mother and child during
  pregnancy, the women are tested for presence of
  bacteria in their urine, even if there are no
  symptoms.

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• People of any age and gender can develop a UTI.
  However, the risk category is
• Frequent sexual intercourse, or intercourse with
  multiple or new partners
• Diabetes
• Poor personal hygiene
• Having a urinary catheter
• Bowel incontinence
• Blocked flow of urine
• Kidney stones
• Vaginal contraceptives
• Pregnancy
• Menopause
• Weak immune system
• Use of spermicides and tampons
• Heavy use of antibiotics, which disturbs the
  natural flora of the urinary tract

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5 Home Remedies for Urinary Tract Infection
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1. Tribulus fruits (Cow hage)

• This is a very good remedy for treating urinary
  infection. Take the seeds of Tribulus, dry in the
  sun and store it for ready usage.
• Take few of them and boil in water and drink it
  warm. Continue drinking this frequently until the
  infection comes down.
• Tribulus commonly known as Gokru, is helpful in
  treating all urinary disorders and can be
  considered as a rejuvenator for the urinary
  system. The drug helps to improve urinary tract
  health. It helps to reduce the infection by
  promoting more flow of urine, there by the
  bacteria gets washed off. It also gives a
  soothing effect to the membranes of the urinary
  tract. The medicine also helps in curing
  urogenital tract diseases.

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2. Cranberry juice

• Drink a glass of unsweetened cranberry juice on a
  daily basis until the infection is cleared. The
  juice can be diluted with water if required.
• Cranberries, is an excellent remedy for treating
  UTI. They contain proanthocyanidins that kills
  the E. coli bacteria and prevents from
  crossing the urethra walls. They are very potent
  antibiotic that fights against infections.

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3. Warm water

• Hydrate the body adequately. This is a permanent
  and simplest solution that can be taken to
  prevent UTI. Even though water is the most
  essential thing in life, it is not given atmost
  importance. Drinking plain water is can flush
  out the bacteria and prevent it from recurrent
  infections.

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4. Coriander seeds

• Consume the water boiled with coriander seeds and
  drink in frequently.
• Coriander is considered to be a cooling diuretic.
  Both the seeds and leaves can be used to cure the
  infection caused for urinary tract. The seeds are
  helpful in treating cystitis, dysuria, cloudy
  urine. Warm infusion of the coriander seeds is
  much beneficial in case of burning micturition.

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5. Sugarcane juice

• Sugarcane is regarded as a naturally available
  diuretic. This should be consumed on a daily
  basis until the infections is treated.
• Due to its diuretic action, it flushes out the
  urine frequently there by clearing the bacteria.
  Sugarcane ensures the health of kidney and lowers
  the risk of kidney stones.

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