Cystitis is treated only in a complex way: it is necessary to drink antibacterial drugs, baths and douching, in some cases even injections are indicated. Douching can be done both at home and in a hospital.
Inflammation of the bladder
Inflammation of the bladder occurs as a result of infection. Pathogenic bacteria can enter the organ of the urinary system from the kidneys, vagina, urethra, prostate and other, more distant foci of inflammation. The disease can occur both acutely and chronically. Most patients suffer from a long course of pathology. Therefore, it is recommended to remove the signs of the disease not with the help of pharmacological preparations, but using folk recipes, since in most cases they have absolutely no negative consequences.
The disease starts abruptly. Usually this is preceded by another pathology or banal hypothermia of the body and a decrease in immune defense. The patient feels pain whenurination, urine is excreted in small portions, and the urge to "small" becomes frequent. In the acute phase, the temperature may rise. In some cases, the signs of the disease are so pronounced that treatment in a hospital is indicated. This is especially true of purulent and ulcerative pathology.
Causes of the inflammatory process
Most often, women suffer from cystitis, because their urethra is wider and shorter than that of men. The bacteria that cause disease may belong to different groups and species. The most common include intestinal flora (it can get into the urethra or vagina if personal hygiene is not observed, wearing too tight underwear, and so on), staphylococci, ureaplasma, streptococci, as well as specific pathogens transmitted through sexual contact.
Infection with viruses can be the cause of inflammation. In most cases, the diagnosis reveals the herpes simplex virus type 2. Herpetic cystitis often causes complications, because in the acute phase, the active release of the pathogen from multiple rashes begins. Cystitis may appear due to local hypothermia - this is the most common cause of pathology.
Symptoms of cystitis
The characteristic symptoms of cystitis include increased urination and frequent urges to "small". The hypersensitive inflamed membrane of the bladder reacts to the components of the urine, so that the body tries to eliminate the irritant as quickly as possible. Discomfort occurs with cystitis andpain in the urethra and lower abdomen. The pain is moderate, because there are few receptors in the bladder area.
In addition, during the inflammatory process in the organs of the urinary system, an unpleasant smell of urine appears, the color changes. The bacterial process is often accompanied by the formation of pus. As a result, urine acquires a greenish tint. The intensity of the unpleasant odor depends on the amount of pus. With cystitis, body temperature may rise, but usually the figure does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. In certain categories of patients, inflammation occurs without a general reaction.
Treatment at home
Treatment of cystitis in women at home is carried out only after visiting a doctor and prescribing suitable therapies. A hot bath helps many patients relieve pain, but baths should not be used if purulent inflammation is suspected. Otherwise, it improves blood circulation and reduces spasm. If the symptoms are severe, there is an increase in body temperature, sharp pains in the abdomen, then it is better to refuse hot procedures.
Chamomile is often used for cystitis. This is generally a universal medicinal plant that can be used even by pregnant women and is used for newborns. Douching can be done with a decoction. Women often use soda treatment, which simultaneously restores the microflora of the vagina, because cystitis often develops precisely as a result of inflammation or dysbacteriosis of the genitalorgans.
During the treatment of cystitis in women at home, it is very important to observe the rules of personal hygiene. This applies not only to representatives of the weak half of humanity, but also to men. You can wash yourself with the use of special antibacterial agents, but it is better to be guided by the advice of traditional medicine, because many patients develop an allergy to pharmaceutical preparations. Chamomile officinalis, honey, sage, mummy, celery, potassium manganese and so on will help.
Inpatient Therapy
Douching with cystitis is carried out in a hospital if purulent cystitis is diagnosed. In this case, an antiseptic solution is injected into the bladder. Potassium permanganate, boric acid or furatsilin can be used. These compounds are also effective in the chronic course of cystitis. To achieve a therapeutic effect, 5-6 procedures are usually sufficient. Afterwards, patients can continue to do douching or chamomile baths at home on their own to maintain the achieved effect.
With granulation or bullous cystitis, a solution of collargol or dioxin can be used. Sea buckthorn or rosehip oils are indicated for the catarrhal form of the disease. With purulent cystitis, doctors prescribe terrilitin, chymotrypsin or chymopsin for washing. If it is necessary to heal ulcers, actovegin is effective. In parallel, hot baths are recommended. Metacin is used if, as a result of a prolonged inflammatory process, the volume of the organ has decreased.
The essence and methodology of the procedure
Douching is the introduction of a medicinal solution into the vagina for the purpose of special therapy or as a prophylaxis. For the procedure, a pear (enema, douche) is used. The method remains quite effective and in demand, despite the latest treatments. Douching is indicated as an auxiliary method of treatment for cystitis and gynecological diseases.
Healing fluid may have antibacterial, healing, relaxing, pain relieving, or other properties. The technique of douching with cystitis is simple.
Douching technique
To achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, the procedure is performed in the supine position, the pelvic area should be slightly elevated. It is convenient to douche with cystitis, for example, lying in the bathroom with your feet on the sides. All manipulations must be performed carefully and without haste to prevent mechanical damage to the genitals. The therapeutic solution must be injected into the vagina under slight pressure so that the liquid washes the walls, but does not enter the uterine cavity. As a rule, it is recommended to douche with cystitis in the evening. In the acute period, the procedure is carried out twice a day.
How to use a douche? A gynecological douche is a simple and inexpensive tool that is used in the treatment of various infectious, fungal and gynecological diseases. The syringe must be rinsed and filled with a treatment solution before the procedure. Then you can carry outdouching with cystitis and other diseases of the genitourinary system. The liquid is slowly, but under a slight pressure, released into the vagina. Then you need to lie quietly in the same position for 5-15 minutes.
The liquid for the procedure should be warm, but not hot. The permissible duration of treatment is no more than 5-6 days. One procedure lasts about 5-15 minutes (no more than 15). All devices that are used for douching with chamomile for cystitis or other therapeutic solution must be clean and individual. Solutions should be prepared immediately before the procedure and not left for the next time. It is important to remember that cystitis should be treated only comprehensively. Only douching will help with a mild form of the disease, but antibiotics and thermal procedures are usually prescribed.
Camomile decoction for douching
Most often, chamomile infusion is used in therapy. It is a good natural antiseptic with an active anti-inflammatory effect. With cystitis, the decoction is taken both inside and used for douching and sitz baths. For douching, you need to take 2 tbsp. l. dry raw materials, pour one liter of boiling water and bring to a boil. After cooling the solution, you need to strain it through two or three layers of gauze. To enhance the antibacterial properties of the decoction, you can add a tablespoon of calendula flowers.
Soda solution for the procedure
Effective douching with soda for cystitis. To prepare the solution, one teaspoon of soda is dissolved in one liter of boiled water. Douching is carried out with a warm solution. After the procedure, it is recommended to lie down for half an hour. In the acute course of the disease, douching can be combined with sitz baths. For cooking, you need to take two liters of boiled water and two teaspoons of soda. During the bath, the upper body should be well wrapped. Such douching should not be done during pregnancy, during menstruation and after 40 years.
Douching with potassium permanganate
With cystitis, a solution of potassium permanganate for procedures is prescribed only by a specialist, douching on your own is not recommended. The "correct" solution has a pale pink color. The crystals should completely dissolve. Too concentrated solution for douching can burn the mucous membrane. Water for the preparation of the composition must first be boiled. To achieve the proper antiseptic effect, the solution must be freshly prepared.
