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Bladder infections, otherwise known as cystitis, which means inflammation of the bladder, are common in women and very rare in men. About half of all women get at least one bladder infection in their life span. Although it is not known for sure why women get more bladder infections than men, it is believed in theory that women have a shorter
urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the bladder. This is a very short passage way, only about an inch and a half long makes it easier for bacteria to migrate into the bladder. Also the uthera lies close to both the anus and the vagina, giving bacteria easy access to the urinary tract.
Bladder infections are caused by bacteria getting up into the uthera and not being washed away. Once bacteria forms, it causes an infection. This infection grows and kind of over takes the bladder causing much discomfort. In an effort to help before you see a doctor, which is very necessary before causing future problems with the unitary tract.
Bladder infections can prove to be very serious if not treated promptly. Recurrences are very common in susceptible people and can lead to kidney infection, which is much more serious than a bladder infection and can cause perment kidney damage. So the importance of treating underlying problems leading to bladder infection is prominent. Also taking preventive steps to avoid reassurances is most important. In elderly people bladder infection is harder to diagnose because the symptoms are so much in the like of aging. Older people that begin getting more confused, lethargic, or incontinent should be checked by a doctor for bladder infection.
Symptoms of bladder infections include a burning sensation when urinating. This is the most common symptom of having bladder infection. Any pain or difficulty in urination may also be due to a bladder infection. Frequent urge to urinate or the urine has a strong, foul odor is another sign. Bladder spasms and a fever or chills are other clues that one has a bladder infection. The most common treatment for a bladder infection would be taking an antibiotic. Another thing that is commonly used to help aid treatment would be to increase the amount of water in your diet or drink cranberry juice.
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