Bladder Infection

Bladder infections mostly occur when bacteria multiply in the bladder and secrete toxins. This then triggers the actual inflammatory tissue reaction. A simple bladder infection rarely causes fever but can cause pronounced pain in the lower abdomen and often causes severe burning when urinating. In addition, there is generally a greatly increased urge for urination. In severe cases, it can even lead to visible blood in the urine. In men with enlarged prostates, it can trigger a urinary retention, which means that despite a full bladder, urination is not possible.

Diagnostics

Bladder infections are diagnosed by performing a urinalysis. If they occur repeatedly, or if it is diagnosed in men, a bladder infection should be further examined by means of ultrasound, computed tomography of the upper urinary tract and cystoscopy.

Treatment

Treating bladder infections is done with antibiotics, which act primarily against the bacteria that cause inflammation. It can take several days for the symptoms to subside. Administrating additional anti-inflammatory drugs, the can accelerate the healing process.

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