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A urinary tract infection (UTI) can be extremely uncomfortable, so it's no wonder someone with it just wants to get better quickly. Prompt and prompt treatment is also important in preventing a UTI from developing into a more serious illness. Sometimes a UTI goes away on its own in four or five days, and there are many home remedies you can try. However, you should still see a specialist for the fastest and most thorough treatment.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Get medical treatment for a UTI

1. Recognize the symptoms. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a very common, but very uncomfortable and uncomfortable illness. A UTI is an infection of the upper urinary tract (kidneys and ureters), or the lower urinary tract (bladder and urethra), or both.
   • With a urinary tract infection, you may feel a burning sensation when you urinate and have a need to urinate more than once.
   • You may also feel pain in your lower abdomen.

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   Know the different symptoms of an upper and lower urinary tract infection. Different types of infection have different symptoms. You should pay attention to the symptoms so that you can clearly describe them to your doctor in case you have to see a doctor. Symptoms of a lower urinary tract infection include: a need to urinate more often, cloudy or bloody urine, back pain, very smelly urine, and generally feeling unwell.
   • If you have an upper urinary tract infection, you may have a high fever (above 38 degrees C).
   • You may also experience nausea and shiver uncontrollably.
   • Other symptoms may include vomiting and diarrhea.

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   Know when to need specialist treatment. About 25-40% of mild UTIs will go away on their own, but still more than half of those patients put themselves at risk of complications by not seeking specialist treatment. Make an appointment with your doctor to see if you have a UTI with a high fever or sudden symptoms worsening.
   • Contact your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or have diabetes.
   • You will be clearly diagnosed when you visit a doctor. Maybe you think of a UTI as a yeast disease or something else.
   • Your doctor may order a urine test to determine if you have a urinary tract infection and which bacteria are causing it. These tests are usually completed in 48 hours.

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   Adhere to a course of treatment with antibiotics. UTI is a bacterial infection, so antibiotics are prescribed by a doctor as the most radical and most commonly used treatment. In particular, antibiotics are recommended for women with repeated UTIs. A longer course of antibiotics can help prevent the infection from coming back.
   • Antibiotics commonly prescribed by doctors to treat a UTI are nitrofurantoin (with brand names such as Furadantin, Macrobid, or Macrodantin), sulfamethoxazole, and trimethoprim (with the brand name Bactrim or Septra). However, ciprofloxacin (known as Cipro), fosfomycin (Monurol) and levofloxacin (Levaquin) are also indicated for use.
   • In addition to antibiotics, AZO is an effective over-the-counter bladder pain reliever.

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   Complete your antibiotic course. Take an antibiotic with a 1 to 7 day course of therapy prescribed and recommended by your doctor. Most women are given an antibiotic for 3 to 5 days. Men are usually prescribed an antibiotic for 7 to 14 days. Although symptoms usually decrease markedly after three days of antibiotic treatment, it takes 5 days to kill all the bacteria in the urinary tract. It may take longer for men.
   • It's important to take all of the antibiotics prescribed, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
   • Stop taking the antibiotic before the end of your treatment also means that you don't let the antibiotic kill the bacteria.
   • Contact your doctor again if you have finished all your prescribed antibiotics but symptoms persist, or you do not feel better after a few days.
6. Be mindful of possible complications. Severe urinary tract infections can cause serious complications, leading to kidney failure or blood poisoning. These complications are uncommon and often occur in patients with pre-existing health problems, such as diabetics. You are more prone to complications and infections if you have a poor immune system.
   • Pregnant women with urinary tract infections are at risk of life-threatening complications and should always be checked by a doctor.
   • Men with a urinary tract infection have an increased risk of developing prostatitis.
   • You may need to stay in the hospital to treat an upper urinary tract infection, or if serious complications occur.
   • Antibiotics are still used during hospital treatment, but you will be closely monitored and fluids may be administered.
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Method 2 of 3: Mitigate a UTI at home

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   Drink a lot of water. Antibiotics are the only real cure for a UTI, but usually take a few days during which you can take steps to ease the symptoms and reduce the chance of the infection coming back. The easiest way is to drink plenty of water throughout the day, drinking a glass of water every hour.
   • Your bladder will be cleaned each time you urinate, and this can help wash away bacteria.
   • Do not hold urine. Holding urine can make UTIs worse as the bacteria multiply.

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   Try drinking cranberry juice. Cranberry juice is often considered as home remedy for UTIs. While there is little evidence that cranberry juice actually fights infections, it can prevent infection. If you have frequent recurrences of UTI, try a higher amount of cranberry extract. Like water, drinking lots of other fluids will also help wash and clean your urinary system.
   • Do not drink cranberry juice if you or your family has a history of kidney infection.
   • You should not take cranberry extract tablets if you are taking blood thinners.
   • In theory, there is no prescribed dosage for cranberry juice, due to its unproven efficacy.
   • One study found positive results in women taking one cranberry extract daily, or drinking 240 ml of unsweetened cranberry juice, 3 times daily for a year.

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   Take vitamin C supplements. Taking vitamin C at the onset of UTI symptoms can help limit the development of the infection. Vitamin C makes urine acidic, creating an unfavorable environment for bacteria to live in the bladder. Vitamin C also helps increase resistance to the body's immune system.
   • Try taking vitamin C at 500 mg every hour, but stop when you start having loose stools.
   • You can combine vitamin C with teas that have mild anti-inflammatory properties such as goldenseal, echinacea, and nettle.
   • See a doctor if symptoms persist for more than a few days.

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   Avoid using substances. Some foods or drinks are stimulant, and their effects are stronger when you have a urinary tract infection. The two most dangerous culprits to avoid are coffee and alcohol. They not only irritate but also dehydrate your body, which in turn hinders the washing of bacteria from the urinary tract.
   • You should also avoid soft drinks that contain citrus juice until the UTI is clear.
   • Limiting coffee and alcohol in your diet is also a preventative measure against UTIs if you are susceptible to it.
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Method 3 of 3: Keep clean

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   Keep good hygiene habits. In general, hygiene is still considered a way to prevent urinary tract infections, but it is also an essential part of getting rid of the infection quickly. The more you practice good hygiene, the faster you will get better.
   • Wipe from front to back after each toilet. This is especially important for women.
2. Take a shower before and after sex. Sexual activity is one of the ways bacteria get into the urethra in a woman and reach the bladder. To prevent this, the genitals and anal area should be washed out before and after sexual activity. Women should also urinate before and after sex. Avoid using body lotions or massage oils as a lubricant, unless they are found to be safe. There are chemicals in these products that can lead to infection.
   • Urinating after sex helps the bladder empty out urine and wash away bacteria.
   • A UTI is not an infectious disease, you cannot catch it from others.

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   Wear appropriate clothing. Certain types of clothing can make it difficult to cure a UTI. Tight, tight underwear made of squash material can increase moisture and create a favorable environment for bacteria near the bladder. Therefore, wear cotton underwear instead of absorbent materials like nylon.
   • Avoid tight underwear or shorts. Tight clothes can accumulate sweat and moisture, creating an ideal environment for bacteria to multiply.
   • Wearing the right underwear can help prevent the infection from developing or worsening, though it doesn't cure it.
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Advice

• Do not use moisturizing lotions or massage oils as a lubricant unless the product says it can be used. Chemicals in some of these products can cause UTIs.
• Use a hot compress to reduce discomfort. While there is no cure for a UTI, hot compresses can ease the symptoms. The compress should only be kept at a warm temperature, but not too hot, and placed on your lower abdomen to relieve pressure, pain, and other discomfort associated with urinary tract infections.
• Rest and drink plenty of fluids.
• Don't eat cranberries or take antibiotics yourself - it only helps temporarily, but then makes the situation worse! Drink 8 ounces of water with a tablespoon of baking soda, then drink 240 ml of lemon juice every hour. The pain in the bladder will be quickly relieved.
• Do not have sex while being treated for a UTI. You can cause new bacteria to enter your body and reduce your ability to recover completely.
• Take ibuprofen to relieve pain while all treatment.
• Drink plenty of fluids, take medication as prescribed by your doctor.

Warning

• You need specialist help if you don't see significant improvement after 24-36 hours of home remedies.
• Even a simple urinary tract infection can develop into a fatal kidney disease if it fills for a long time.
• Drinking cranberries daily is an effective preventative measure, but you need to be cautious about drinking cranberry juice while the infection is active.
• Cranberry juice is highly acidic, which in turn can worsen UTIs. Acid-rich foods and drinks can also irritate an already inflamed bladder.
• Even if home remedies seem to be effective, you should still consider having a urine test to check for bacteria.

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• Vitamin C
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• Cotton underwear
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