Cystitis Treatment at home

Cystitis Diagnosis

A woman undergoes a cystoscopy.

Cystoscopy for women

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A man undergoes a cystoscopy.

Cystoscopy in men

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Consult your doctor as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms of cystitis. Your doctor may offer specific tests in addition to discussing your signs and symptoms and medical history, such as:

It specifically refers to a bladder wall inflammation.

Although cystitis is usually not a serious ailment, if left untreated, it can be painful and lead to consequences.

We'll go over the causes of cystitis, how it's diagnosed and treated, including home treatments, and how it can be avoided in this post.

Interstitial cystitis is a chronic, more dangerous form of cystitis. Here's where you can learn more about it


Treatment

Cystitis caused by bacterial infection is generally treated with antibiotics. Treatment for noninfectious cystitis depends on the underlying cause.

Treating bacterial cystitis

Antibiotics are the first line of treatment for cystitis caused by bacteria. Which drugs are used and for how long depend on your overall health and the bacteria found in your urine.





Fast facts on cystitis

  • Cystitis is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection.
  • In most cases, mild cystitis will resolve itself within a few days.
  • If it persists for more than 4 days, it should be discussed with a doctor.

Cystitis can be especially dangerous for postmenopausal women. If you're able to use a vaginal estrogen cream without increasing your risk of other health problems, your doctor may recommend it as part of your treatment.

Interstitial cystitis treatment
Because the origin of inflammation in interstitial cystitis is unknown, there is no one-size-fits-all treatment. The following therapies are used to alleviate the signs and symptoms of interstitial cystitis


Other types of noninfectious cystitis that can be treated
Avoiding specific chemicals in items like bubble bath or spermicides if you're hypersensitive to them may help relieve symptoms and prevent further cystitis attacks.

Pain control, generally with drugs, and hydration to flush out bladder irritants are the mainstays of treatment for cystitis that occurs as a side effect of chemotherapy or radiation therapy.



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