Is cystitis easy to treat?

Written by Wang Shuai
Urology
Updated on September 18, 2024
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Cystitis refers to the congestion of the bladder mucosa caused by a bacterial infection, leading to symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, and blood in the urine. In this case, antibiotics can be used for treatment. If necessary, a urine culture and drug sensitivity test should be conducted, and sensitive antibiotics should be selected based on the results. Alternatively, empirical medication using levofloxacin or cephalosporin antibiotics can be employed. After anti-inflammatory treatment, recovery usually occurs within about a week. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Drinking more water and urinating frequently can help flush out negative exudates and blood clots from the bladder.

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What should I do about cystitis?

After discovering cystitis, do not be too stressed mentally, actively treat it, drink more water, and orally take sodium bicarbonate to alkalinize the urine. This can reduce irritation to the urinary tract. Additionally, medicines like atropine and diazepam can be used, and appropriate heat application to the bladder area, as well as hot water sitz baths, can alleviate bladder spasms. Antibiotics such as cephalosporins and quinolones can be appropriately used. For simple cystitis, you can choose antibiotics that are more sensitive, using a three-day treatment method, which is similar to a seven-day course, with fewer side effects and lower costs. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What department should I go to for cystitis?

Patients with cystitis need to go to the urology department of their local hospital for formal examination and treatment. Cystitis mainly causes frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination, and some patients may also experience discomfort and pain in the lower abdomen. In such cases, it is necessary to promptly visit the urology department for examination. The doctor will first conduct a routine urine test and a urinary system ultrasound for the patient. If diagnosed with cystitis, treatment should be carried out through formal medication.

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Can I eat lamb with cystitis?

Patients with cystitis should ensure a balanced diet and avoid eating spicy and irritating foods. Eat less lamb, if possible, avoid it entirely. It's beneficial to consume more fruits and vegetables, such as apples, pears, apricots, peaches, persimmons, rapeseed, spinach, and the like. Additionally, avoid eating leftover meals and pickled items, such as salted vegetables. It is best to abstain from alcohol, especially avoid drinking spirits. Do not smoke, it is best to quit smoking. The diet should be light, mainly focusing on light foods, with more steaming and slow stewing.

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Is cystoscopy necessary for cystitis?

Patients with cystitis do not need to undergo cystoscopy. The main examinations for patients with cystitis include routine urine tests, bacteriological examination of urine, routine blood tests, kidney function tests, ultrasonography of the urinary system, and X-rays including abdominal plain films. Diagnostically, it mainly depends on the patient's clinical manifestations and a comprehensive judgment based on the results of these auxiliary examinations. Patients with cystitis generally experience symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, and discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen and perineal area.

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What should women with cystitis pay attention to?

Female patients suffering from cystitis should first go to the hospital's urology department to receive regular antibiotic treatment. Along with treatment, dietary habits should be kept light, avoiding spicy and irritating foods such as onions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. Additionally, avoid drinking strong tea, coffee, and other stimulating beverages. In terms of daily routine, avoid sitting for long periods and holding in urine. Engage in appropriate exercise, drink plenty of water, and urinate frequently to help flush out inflammatory exudates and bacteria from the bladder, which aids in treating the disease. Furthermore, strengthen the hygiene care of the external genitalia, keeping the area clean and dry, all of which are beneficial for the treatment of the disease.