Tag: urinary tract infection
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7 Things That Cause Bladder Stones (And How to Prevent Them)
Bladder stones are a painful and uncomfortable condition affecting many people worldwide. They begin as urinary crystals — small, solid particles in the urinary tract that form when minerals and waste products in the urine become too concentrated. These crystals can clump together and form larger stones, which causes a range of symptoms, including pain…
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Urologists Explain Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Blood in Urine
Blood in the urine is more formally known as hematuria. There are two types: gross and microscopic. The patient can spot gross hematuria. But only a doctor can detect microscopic hematuria. In microscopic hematuria, the doctor detects a few red blood cells while performing a urine test. The urine, however, still looks relatively healthy. In…
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How to Make Homemade Cranberry Juice for UTI Relief
Do you struggle with urinary tract infections (UTI)? If so, you’ve probably been curious about drinking cranberry juice to ease your pain. And you are on the right track! For those who are unfamiliar with UTIs, they are infections that can significantly impact the urinary system, namely the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. If left…
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10 Benefits of Adding Fresh Cranberry to Your Diet
According to a study, the cranberry ranks among the top fruits used historically for relieving many ailments and symptoms. These include bladder, stomach, and intestinal problems, diabetes, inflammations, etc. The berries rank among the most popular dietary supplements for treating urinary tract infections, also known as UTIs. The berries are used in extracts, tablets, powders,…
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6 Early Warnings of A UTI to Never Ignore
What is UTI? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is defined as “an infection in any part of your urinary system – your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.” The majority of UTIs occur in the bladder and urethra. Being a female can be considered a risk factor for UTI. Women are as much as 30 times…
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7 Signs of A UTI (And How to Prevent It)
Urinary tract infection (UTI) occurs when germs penetrate the urinary system – bladder, kidneys, urethra, and ureters. Bladder infections, including UTI, are quite common and are treatable. Without medical intervention, the infection may spread to the kidneys and further compromise health. Women have about a 50 percent chance of developing UTI at some point in…