Kidney And Urinary System

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on cystitis. Interstitial Cystitis Association  Phone: 1-800-HELPICA Phone: 1-212-979-6057 Online: http://www.ichelp.org National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Office of Communications and Public Liaison National Institutes of Health  Email: nkudic@info.niddk.nih.gov Online: http://www.niddk.nih.gov/ For online clinical trials information: http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui or http://www.niddk.nih.gov/patient/patient.htm Books of interest Barbara Doherty King,

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder, sometimes involving the tube that drains urine from the bladder, called the urethra. Cystitis is the most common form of urinary tract infection and occurs mainly in women. But men and children also can experience cystitis. Elderly men and women are especially at high risk for cystitis. Nearly one-third experiences the condition. Bacterial

Cystitis is almost always caused by bacterial infection. Nearly all episodes of cystitis (90%) are caused by bowel bacteria known as E. coli. The bowel is full of bacteria from the intestines. E. Coli are common there. Many bacteria are harmless and live normally on the skin of the perineum. Urine in the bladder normally is considered sterile and

Common Symptoms Of Cystitis These include: Painful or burning urination A sense of urgency to urinate Continually feeling the urge to urinate, but almost nothing comes out when you try Trying to urinate hurts A feeling of heaviness in your lower pelvic area Urine may look cloudy, smell bad, or be pink or red with

Almost all people who have recurring cystitis have nothing seriously wrong. People with more than three bouts a year may need to see a urologist. Many people who suffer recurring bouts may simply do common things that make them more susceptible. Here are some steps you can take to help prevent cystitis: Urinate frequently. This is

Cystitis is almost always treated with medication. These medications include: Oral antibiotics Painkillers Antispasmodics Surgery is rarely used to treat cystitis. It can occasionally be useful for treating people with interstitial cystitis. Surgery also can be useful for correcting an underlying structural blockage or abnormality that is causing recurring cystitis. Oral Antibiotics Oral antibiotics are the most

Most cystitis infections are not serious and can be easily treated with antibiotics. But untreated, recurring bouts can result in kidney damage. If symptoms persist or get worse regardless of what you do, seek medical treatment. Diabetes can complicate things. Anyone with diabetes should immediately seek medical care at the very first symptom of a cystitis attack. The good

Interstitial cystitis (IC) is an inflammation of the tissues of the bladder wall. It causes the same symptoms as cystitis, but no obvious cause can be found. The condition is difficult to diagnose, and many people are unaware of the problem. On average, a period of four years may pass between the first symptom and when