Intestinal bacteria as a trigger for cystitis
What exactly is bladder inflammation, also known as cystitis?
Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder mucosa caused by intestinal bacteria, usually E. coli bacteria. Affected women feel a frequent urge to urinate and experience pain when urinating and in the bladder. A certain form of cystitis in women is often referred to as "honeymoon cystitis", as it often occurs after sexual intercourse.
Men are usually only affected in connection with diseases of the bladder (tumour, bladder stone) or prostate (obstruction).
What helps against cystitis?
The simplest treatment is to drink more so that the bacteria are flushed out of the bladder. However, as this is usually painful, you can also alleviate the symptoms for a few days with pain-relieving, decongestant medication or antibiotics. If more than two inflammations occur in six months or more than three per year, this is a chronic form. In chronic cases, prophylactic measures should be prioritised. Do not hesitate to contact our specialised team for advice.