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Drinking cranberry juice to help relieve the symptoms of a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) is one of the most commonly recommended home remedies you may find. \u00a0Although it is a popular home remedy, it is not the only one that proves beneficial in providing relief for mild symptoms of a urinary tract infection.<\/p>\n
There are other things you can do to help you get over the symptoms of a urinary tract infection:<\/p>\n
1: Drink lots of water- Drinking water will help to flush out the bacteria that are causing your infection.<\/p>\n
2: Wear breathable garments- Clothing that allows your skin to breathe, can help prevent bacteria from further developing. Restrictive clothing such as tight jeans is known to trap moisture and for cultivating an environment that breeds bacteria.<\/p>\n
3: Avoid drinks that may irritate your bladder- Avoid drinking beverages that include alcohol or caffeine.\u00a0 Drinks that contain these ingredients can irritate your bladder and trigger frequent urination.<\/p>\n
4: Use a heating pad- Urinary tract infections can cause pain and discomfort but by applying a heating pad to your abdomen you can reduce these symptoms as well as bladder pressure.<\/p>\n
5: \u00a0Drink apple cider vinegar mixed with water- Components and enzymes in apple cider can \u00a0be helpful in preventing \u00a0bacteria from multiplying.<\/p>\n
6: Take Vitamin C- Vitamin C keeps the bladder healthy by acidifying urine and combating the development of harmful bacteria.<\/p>\n
If symptoms continue to persist after using these home remedies, please make an appointment to see a physician as soon as possible.\u00a0 Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics as a form of treatment. \u00a0If you are prescribed antibiotics it is highly advised that you take the full course of prescribed medication to prevent reinfection.<\/p>\n
All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Drinking cranberry juice to help relieve the symptoms of a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) is one of the most commonly recommended home remedies you may find. \u00a0Although it is a popular home remedy, it is not the only one that … Continue reading