
Category: Cystitis
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Signs your cystitis is becoming chronic and what to do about it
Cystitis – an inflammation of the bladder – is a frustratingly common condition, particularly among women. Many experience it as a painful but temporary inconvenience,…
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How bladder infections affect energy levels and overall well-being
Bladder infections, often referred to as cystitis, are a common ailment affecting millions annually, predominantly women. While many associate them with painful urination and frequent…
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Foods and drinks you should avoid if you have a sensitive bladder
A sensitive bladder, also known as overactive bladder (OAB), can significantly impact daily life. It’s characterized by a sudden urge to urinate that’s difficult to…
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How to manage recurring cystitis without damaging your microbiome
Recurring cystitis – that nagging discomfort in your lower abdomen, the constant urge to pee, and sometimes even pain – can be incredibly disruptive. It’s…
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How to Build a Resilient Bladder Over Time
The bladder, often taken for granted, plays a crucial role in our daily lives – far beyond simply holding urine. It’s a dynamic organ, capable…
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Do Antidepressants Affect the Bladder?
Antidepressant medications are widely prescribed for managing mood disorders like depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and others. While generally considered safe and effective, these medications aren’t…
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Can Cystitis Symptoms Be Caused by Trauma?
Cystitis, commonly understood as a urinary tract infection (UTI), presents with frustrating symptoms – a burning sensation during urination, frequent urges to go, and often,…
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How to Relax the Bladder Naturally
The sensation of needing to urinate constantly, or feeling an urgent need even when the bladder isn’t full, can be incredibly disruptive to daily life.…
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Can Bladder Pain Be a Symptom of COVID?
The emergence of COVID-19 brought with it a well-documented set of core symptoms – fever, cough, fatigue, loss of taste or smell. However, as the…
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Understanding the Phases of a Flare-Up
Flare-ups—those unwelcome surges in symptoms—are a common experience across a wide range of chronic conditions, from autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s disease, to…