There are two forms of bacteria naturally present in the urinary tract-beneficial and harmful. Under normal circumstances, balance is maintained by the "good" bacteria controlling the "bad". When something happens to upset the balance, there are times when the harmful bacteria grows profusely and cannot be controlled. This then brings about the symptoms of a urinary tract infection, which include a burning, painful urge to pass urine (even when there is very little there), and often a dull abdominal ache. Other symptoms can include low back pain, a mild fever and a general feeling of being unwell.
If you have had the condition for less than a couple of days and the pain is bearable, you can try the following home remedies for a UTI which will help give some relief. In some cases, they may be sufficient to cure a urinary tract infection altogether.
* Drink around 6-8 glasses of water daily
* Drink a couple of glasses of unsweetened cranberry juice daily as this can help prevent bacteria adhering to the bladder walls
* Use a heated pad or hot water bottle on the abdomen
* Take a mild painkiller * Wear only cotton panties as synthetic fabrics can cause the vaginal area to become moist and warm-the ideal breeding ground for bacteria
* Avoid sugary foods and drinks as these can "fuel" bacteria growth * Take a vitamin C tablet to help strengthen the immune system
* Avoid caffeine and alcohol
* Use only plain, simple soaps on the vaginal area
If after a few hours, your symptoms are showing no signs of improvement or indeed, worsening, then you may like to take a look at a guaranteed way to cure a urinary tract infection naturally. Natural methods can not only get rid of the infection faster than antibiotics, but also work in a way to enhance and strengthen the body's own natural healing abilities.
The method which I recommend uses one simple tasteless ingredient and will begin to get rid of the pain within an hour and most people find that they are completely symptom-free within 24 hours (for many this is much less).
The treatment is completely safe for people of all ages and can be taken alongside any other forms of medication. In addition, it has no harmful side effects whatsoever. You can find full details of the treatment I recommend at UTI Be Gone. If you would like further information on this condition, please visit Home Remedies For A UTI
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