|
Re: Bladder Infection?
From: anonymous (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 8 Dec 2002 13:11:03 -0600 (CST)
At Fri, 22 Jun 2001, anonymous wrote:
>
>I had bladder & kidney infections more times than I can count when
>growing up. My mom pushed the cranberry juice so much when I was young
>that I can't stand the taste or smell of it to this day - but that does
>help clear out the bladder and kidneys as well. Though - if you're
>watching your carbs you may want to stick to just the water. You can
>also try herbal goldenseal - that helps to flush toxins out of your
>body. I would be concerned with the blood in your urine though - you
>may want to check around to see if there's a free clinic or one that
>prorates for income in your area.
>
ok I have never done anything like this before. I am really acctually
nervous and scared I don't know what to think that i have. But my
symptoms are much like what April decribe I don't know what to do I
don't have any insurance and I dont want to get my parents involved or
anything like that. Is there anyway that I can get rid of this by just
drinking plenty of water? I really need someones help with this my
friend told me that i shouldnt worry so much but I really dont think
that I can. I am only 18 and don't believe that I have ever had any
other problems with my bladder. If you can help me out please do.
>At Fri, 22 Jun 2001, Deirdre wrote:
>>
>>At Fri, 22 Jun 2001, Mike wrote:
>>>
>>>Hi, I'm new to the list but usually a lurker...and I have just come up with
>>>a few questions. Has any of you ever experienced a bladder infection? And
>>>can you tell me the possible effects with it? I have never had one before,
>>>but my symptoms are feeling I need to urinate frequently, and when I do at
>>>the very last of it its like a dull sharp pain in the area where it comes
>>>out at, and there is a tad bit of blood. I only see that when I wipe. (Sorry
>>>to be so graphic) I was wondering if there was any way I can take care of it
>>>myself, because I just lost my insurance and really cant afford to pay for
>>>more medicine. Any input is greatly appreciated, thanks!
>>>
>>>Hugs,
>>>April
>>>
>>>Personally, I often experience UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections) and blatter infections. Now, I am not sure if this has a direct conection to PCOS, but I would think it could have something to do both of my ovaries having multiple cysts. Maybe it puts pressure on the blatter or maybe fluid from ruptured cysts can infect the blatter. ???? These are just ideas, I really have no clue why I get them so often.
>>
>>However, the best advice for a blatter infection/ UTI that I could
>>personally give is drink plenty of water to flush yourself out. At
>>first you may be thinking "Why do I want to do drink all that if I am
>>having trouble passing urine?" But the water will help rid you of the
>>infection. Avoid sex for the time being and my favorite (that my mother
>>loves to remind me of lol) Always wipe from front to back. (Like we
>>don't know this already?) ASK YOUR DOCTOR about BACTRIM. It's generic
>>and cheap and I know it is OFTEN prescribed for UTIs. Usually you'll
>>take this for a week to 10 days and I think it's only in the range of
>>$10. If you are passing blood, you need to see a doctor now and if the
>>infection is THAT BAD, they may put a catheter in you to extract the
>>urine you can not pass. If your insurence ran out, go to an emergency
>>room and ask if they have some sort of "charity care" that you can apply
>>for. The attending ER doctor should prescribe you BACTRIM or a similar
>>drug there. AND last BUT NOT least, if you are experiencing any LOWER
>>BACK PAIN, the infection may have spread to your kidneys. So, make sure
>>you inform the doctor if this has happend. They can tell by a urine
>>sample if you have an infection. GOOD LUCK!
>>>---
>>>Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free.
>>>Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).
>>>Version: 6.0.262 / Virus Database: 132 - Release Date: 6/12/01
>>>
>>--
>>Deirdre
>>
|
|
![[ PCOS Discussion Forums ]](../../images/pcos_at_obgyn.gif)