ok my friend has a urinary track infection. Problem is she doesnt have any insurance or money for a dr. visit.
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Unless treated promptly, a bladder infection can move to the kidneys, leading to a more serious condition called pyelonephritis.
Common signs and symptoms include pain and a burning sensation when urinating, urinating frequently, voiding just a few drops at a time or passing blood in the urine.
I really understand the situation with money, but seeing a doctor is best. See if you can find one with a payment plan and if so medications may be dispensed from his/her sample supply. You might look up free clinics in your area or contact chariety organizations for help, such as Catholic Charities.
You must understand that the symptoms mimic other conditions you would not want to overlook. Below are some suggestions you might take to help the symptoms only.
Fix yourself a baking soda cocktail. At the first sign of symptoms, mix half a teaspoon of baking soda in an eight-ounce glass of water and drink it,
The baking soda raises the pH (acid-base balance) of irritating, acidic urine.
Drink water, on the hour. Drink one glass of water every hour for eight hours, drinking a lot of fluids will increase urine flow, this will wash out the bacteria that are attempting to adhere to the cells lining your urethra. Drinking plenty of water will also help dilute and flush out the substances that are causing the irritation. Drink enough water so that your urine is clear. Aim for at least eight or ten glasses of water a day. According to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, cranberry juice can prevent bacteria from sticking to cells that line the urinary tract, plenty of anecdotal evidence says that cranberry juice works. In some women with urinary tract sensitivity, cranberry juice can act as an irritant.
Whether you have a simple irritation or an infected urinary tract, the last thing that you need are known bladder irritants. The most notorious bladder irritants are citrus, tomatoes, aged cheeses, chocolate, spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol and nicotine. Artificial sweeteners are among the worst offenders. To ease the pain sometimes associated with urinary tract problems, place a heating pad on your lower abdominal area. If you have an infection, wearing tight undergarments and jeans forces the bacteria that normally line your vaginal area up into your urine tube, so wear loose clothing.
Good luck!
cranberry juice is the only this I know of. There may be an over the counter remedy. Ask the pharmacist. Or go to webmd.com
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