Bladder Infection

The bladder is one of the principal structures in the urinary system. It is situated in the lower abdomen, in the pelvis, guarded in front by bones. The body is relieved of the greater part of the waste matter, resulting from the complex working of the whole body's vital processes, by means of kidneys and bladder. Bladder infection or cystitis is a common disease of the urinary system. Escherichia coli infections are considered the primary culprit in this disease. It is a farely common condition in old age. The women suffer more from bladder infection as the female anatomy makes it convenient for E. coli bacteria, which normally inhabit the colon, to travel from the rectum to the vagina, up the urethra and into the bladder. This diseases is rarely dangerous but it is generally a forerunner to more serious troubles.

Symptoms ::

Bladder infection is characterised by symptoms which may cause great discomfort. The patient complains of frequency and burning on urination as well as an almost continual urge to void. There may be a feeling of pain in the pelvis and lower abdomen. The urine may become thick, dark and stringy. It may have an unpleasant smell and may contain blood or pus. The 'scalding sensation' on passing urine indicates that the inflammation has spread to the urethra. Some pain in the lower back may also be felt in certain cases. In an acute stage, there may be a rise in body temperature.

Causes ::

Bladder infection may result from infections in other parts adjacent to the bladder such as the kidneys, the urethra and the vagina. Local irritation and inflammation of the bladder may be caused if urine is retained there for an unduly long time. It may also result from severe constipation.

Treatment ::

At the onset of acute bladder infection, it is essential to withhold all solid food immediately. If there is fever, the patient should fast either on water or tender coconut water for three or four days. If there is no fever, raw vegetable juices, especially carrot juice, diluted with water on 50:50 basis, should be taken every two hours. It is advisable to rest and keep warm at this time. After the all-fruit diet, the patient may gradually embark upon a well-balanced diet, consisting of seeds, nuts and grains, vegetables and fruits. The patient should avoid refined carbohydrates and salt, both at table and in cooking. Salt disturbs the balance of electrolytes and tends to raise blood pressure, which is frequently already raised in kidney troubles. The diet should exclude meat, fish and poultry. In case of chronic cystitis, the patient should commence the treatment by strict adherence to the dietary programme, designed to cleanse the blood and other tissues and at the same time provide a rich source of natural1 vitamins and minerals in balanced proportions. The patient may adopt the following restricted diet for seven to ten days. "Expert doctors on naturopathy and yoga treat you with natural foods, yoga and your daily schedule during your stay will be like this in any naturopathy hospital like this. This is just an example. The Schedule :: Time Activity 5 AM -5. 15 AM Morning wake up with Tanasan, Relaxation, Holy & Healthy creative auto suggestion. 5. 15 -6.45 AM Meditation, Prayer, Amritvani, Jalneti, Walking therapy, Kunjal, Dhouti, Basti and THERAPY as required (according to ailment) 6. 45 -7. 00 AM Lemon Juice, Honey and water or Methi and water. 7. 00 -8. 30 AM Yoga 8. 30 -9. 00 AM Swasthya Sadhak's Breakfast, with Juice or Fruit therapy 9.00- 11.30AM Treatment for ailment / Rejuvenation (various therapies) 11. 30-12. 30PM Lunch - Vitalizing food therapy 12. 30 -2. 30PM Relaxation (body, speech and mind), silent relaxed awareness 2. 30 -3. 00PM Fruits or Juice Therapy 3. 00 -6. 45PM Treatment for ailment / Rejuvenation Juice of Fruit Therapy 6. 45PM- 7.45PM Dinner - Treatment or Vitalizing food Therapy 7.45 PM-8.00PM After dinner vajrasan or slow walking or Relaxation 8.00- 10.00PM Group Therapy - (satsang or group dsicussion or self awareness 10.00PM Go to bed with noble spiritual silence Via: www.sanjeevaniindia.org