The symptoms of bladder infections are the frequent urge to visit the bathroom, less generation of urine, burning sensation in the bladder or urethra, and in the extreme cases, fever, chills and back pain, along with blood in urine. The occurrence of these infections is more in women due to the anatomical differences of the urethra. Though medical advice and treatment is needed for these infections, we can follow a few home remedies for quicker recoup and prevention. These home remedies are tried after consulting a doctor.
Baking Soda
If the bladder infections are staying for more than two days, medical advice is required. To prevent the infection from becoming a serious problem, you can try taking one teaspoon of baking soda with a glass of water. This will ease the infection, as soda speeds up your recovery by neutralizing the acidity in the urine.
Cranberry Juice and Blue berries
Blue berries and Cranberries have bacteria-inhibiting properties. Prevention of infection is possible by consuming cranberry juice regularly. This also has a mild-antibiotic effect. Drink at least 4 ounces of cranberry juice everyday to keep your bladder free from infection. If you are not able to drink pure cranberry juice, drink it in the form of a cocktail with some other juices. Eat blue berries along with your morning cereal every day.
Pineapple
An enzyme called Bromelain found in pineapples, help in eradication of infections along with the prescribed antibiotics. Studies showed that people withoagel
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t a supplement of pineapple during the course of antibiotics, showed traces of infection even after the completion of antibiotic course. People taking pineapple along with antibiotics were rid of infections completely.
Water
Drink plenty of water which will help in the reduction of bladder infections. Urinating every four to five hours is a healthy habit. Fight off your infection with plenty of water. Water in large quantities helps you flush the bacteria out. Hot water bags placed over the abdomen relieve pain.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C helps improve the health of the bladder. Urine is acidified by this and creates a hostile environment for the bacteria to thrive.
Apart from the above remedies, follow some simple do and don'ts to stay clear of infections. Don't hold urine for a long time. This way, the bacteria start multiplying and you might end up with an infection. Women using cotton underwear stay dryer and fresher. Alcohol irritates your bladder, so refrain from it. Follow proper hygiene during sex and urinate after an intercourse.
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