SYMPTOMS OF A BLADDER INFECTION You may suffer from some or all of the following symptoms:- * Urine which smells unpleasant * A Mild fever * Slight incontinence * Mild back pain * Cloudy urine * A general feeling of being unwell * Painful, burning urination * Inability to pass urine despite feeling a desperate urge * A marked increase in the frequency of urination * Lower abdominal discomfort Many people think that the terms "kidney infection" and "bladder infection" are interchangeable.
However, they are two different conditions.
A true kidney infection often occurs when a bladder infection becomes severe and the bacteria travels to the kidneys via the urinary tract causing the kidneys themselves to become infected.
It is extremely important that you learn how to distinguish between the two because leaving a kidney infection untreated can result in permanent kidney damage.
If you are suffering from any of the following symptoms in addition to those mentioned above, you should see your doctor for treatment without delay and do not attempt to self-medicate.
* Vomiting * Blood in the urine * Pain below the ribs * Severe back pain * Severe abdominal pain * High fever WHAT CAN I DO MYSELF TO EASE THE DISCOMFORT? There are a number of self-help measures you can take yourself-some of which you will be able to do immediately.
They will help to relieve mild to moderate symptoms.
* Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee * Take showers instead of baths * Do not use perfumed bubble baths, soaps or shower gels * Wear cotton underwear * Avoid wearing tight fitting trousers * Place a hot water bottle or heated pad on your lower abdomen * Drink 8 glasses of water each day * Do not use spermicides during or immediately after an attack * Drink two glasses of unsweetened cranberry juice daily * Avoid the use of feminine hygiene products such as wipes or sprays * Urinate when you feel the urge even though it may be painful * Treat constipation promptly as this can increase pressure in the bladder * Consume plain acidophilus yogurt daily as this encourages the formation of "good" bacteria Certain fruits and vegetables have been proven to combat "bad" bacteria and as they are so beneficial to health, it is worthwhile increasing your consumption of the following:- Apples, pears, grapes, squash, broccoli, carrots, onions, green beans, potatoes, avocado and zucchini.
A vitamin C supplement can also prove useful as this helps to boost your immune system.
HOW I FOUND A CURE FOR BLADDER INFECTIONS Since my mid-teens, I have suffered from repeated bladder infections ranging from mild to very severe.
One attack even resulted in acute kidney damage.
I have had numerous antibiotic courses and eventually, I decided to look for an alternative treatment as I strongly felt that taking large quantities of antibiotics could not be good for my health.
The attacks became more frequent as I got older and their severity increased.
Conversely, the antibiotics were becoming less effective and my doctor was becoming reluctant to prescribe them so regularly.
I would often complete a full course, only for the infection to return with a vengeance just a day or so after the antibiotics had finished.
At one time I was even on a permanent "low-dose" antibiotic to try to prevent further attacks but all to no avail.
I became increasingly desperate as it felt like bladder infections were ruling my life! I was missing days from work most months and during an infection, I was unable to undertake day to day tasks which most people take for granted.
I began to research alternative treatments and eventually discovered a 100% completely natural, safe, fast acting cure.
To say I was delighted is an understatement.
Only a fellow sufferer could begin to understand how significant this was for me! The cure does not involve taking a foul-tasting liquid.
Nor will you need a prescription.
It can be taken by anyone-it is even safe for children and pregnant women.
Best of all it is GUARANTEED TO WORK OR YOUR MONEY BACK.