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Signs and Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are characterized by a strong and sudden urge to urinate, followed by a slow and painful release of very little urine. UTI is also often accompanied by soreness in the lower abdomen, back, or sides. While both men and women are susceptible to UTI, women suffer from it more often, with half of all women experiencing it at least once in their life.While the home remedies described below can be effective in many situations, you should consult with your doctor if a urinary tract infection is accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms:
- Blood in the urine.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Fever.
Causes of Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary Tract Infections typically occur when the bladder and its exit tubes get infected due to bacteria. The most common types of bacteria that lead to UTI are those that live on the skin near the rectum, which can easily enter the urinary tract through the urethra.Another common cause of urinary tract infections is sexual intercourse, since bacteria in the vaginal area can sometimes be massaged into the urethra by the movement of the penis. In rare cases, some women can get UTI each time they have sex.
Waiting too long to urinate is also a common cause of bladder and urinary tract infections, since the bladder can stretch beyond its capacity which weakens the bladder muscle. If this occurs often, the weakend bladder will begin to have difficulty emptying itself, which results in urine being left in the bladder that can lead to infections.
Finally, other factors such as pregnancy, menopause, and diabetes can also increase the risk of developing UTI.
Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
Treating Urinary Tract Infection With Water
One of the best home remedies for urinary tract infections is to simply drink lots of water.
By drinking lots of fluids, you will force yourself to urinate more often, which will help your
body flush out the bacteria that is causing the infection. A recommendation is to drink 6-8 large glasses
of water per day.
Using Vitamin C as a Natural Cure for Urinary Tract Infection
Increasing your daily Vitamin C intake can help increase the acidity of your urine, which can help
prevent bacterial growth. Therefore, if you suffer from frequent UTIs, taking 1000mg of Vitamin C per
day has been shown to be quite effective at preventing recurring infections.
NOTE: If you are taking antibiotics for a bladder infection, you should consult your doctor before increasing your Vitamin C intake since some don't work well with highly acidic urine.
NOTE: If you are taking antibiotics for a bladder infection, you should consult your doctor before increasing your Vitamin C intake since some don't work well with highly acidic urine.
Cranberry Juice as a Natural Remedy for Urinary Tract Infection
Cranberry juice contains high concentrations of Vitamin C and Quinolic Acid, both of which are
known to help treat UTI since they help prevent bacteria from anchoring onto bladder walls. Therefore,
if you have UTI, drinking 12 to 24 oz of cranberry juice can be very effective. As a preventive
measure against urinary tract infections, drinking at least 3 oz per day works quite well.
Herbal Remedy for Urinary Tract Infection Using Echinacea
Echinacea is an herb that contains a number of substances which help fight infections including UTI.
You can either drink an Echinacea tea once per day after lunch or dinner, or consume high-quality 300mg Echinacea capsules or tablets once per day.
Echinacea capsules can be found in many health stores.
More Urinary Tract Infection Home Remedies and Treatments
Reader Comments
Posted by Yuri on Mar 11 2010 20:17:44
I'm trying some pills that he phamacist gave me and 2 alaka zelzerst hopefully is gone y tomorrow. I have to work I already miss today. I need something that help me
with this pain.
Posted by Jennifer on Mar 08 2010 00:43:16
Is it normal to continue to have a tingly sensation "down there" when recovering from a uti?
Posted by Jennifer on Mar 08 2010 00:42:18
I forced myself to drink a glass of water every 15 minutes! It was not an easy task, at one point I had to force it down! But definitely worth it. I think the cause might have been having sex on Wednesday. It started burning while I peed Thursday morning. Bought cranberry juice for Thursday, and took AZO. Didn't do much for Thursday or Friday until Friday night, when I drank all that water! I peed it all out of my system. It's Saturday night and I feel great! (: Going to keep drinking tho, to ensure that I'm fine!
Posted by amanda on Mar 04 2010 21:44:56
hey everyone. i am suffering right now from a uti. i went to my hollistic health doctor today and she said that emotions can contribute to this. like alot of stress.. so in the end after youve tried all of the above remedies, remember- try not to let stress get the best of you. i know its easier said than done but u have2 try.
Posted by Lizzie on Mar 02 2010 14:42:44
I had to add something to this page after reading all of the comments -- Ladies please, please, please give this remedy a try that I discovered all on my own: I started to take vitamins every single day without fail and I have not suffered from frequent UTIs in over 6 years. I used to get them so often, one year I had a total of EIGHT and even had an ultrasound done. It makes me very angry to think back over the years of how long I suffered, and all doctors would do is give me drugs (antibiotics). Never once was it mentioned to me that PERHAPS I had a vitamin deficiency. Please try it -- I am so much happier and healthier since taking vitamins. I take GNC, but I think any brand is fine and better than living the way I was.
Posted by Angela on Feb 23 2010 12:46:24
Hi everyone. I also suffer from frequent UTI's. Alka Selzer really does work BUT other things we do to get rid of uti's might work against it, like too much cran juice. The alka selzer makes your bladder more alkaline while cran juice makes it more acidic. They kind of work against each other. Cran will help prevent but not do too much to really get rid of it. Lots and lots of water and alka selzer when you first notice symptoms and then again before bed. Cran juice/pills in moderation and water, water, water. Then when you think its gone, drink even more water or it will come right back. Good luck girls.
Posted by Ms. K.D. on Feb 21 2010 21:32:29
Urinary Tract infections are ridiculously painful, not to mention irritating but this website really helped. I took 1 set of alka seltzer, 2 Echinacea tablets, guzzled down sum Cranberry Juice (unsweetened), and tons of water and with 4 hours I was pain free and back to normal. I still plan to take another set of alka seltzer and Echinacea Pill in the morning to end the treatment, but this stuff works, no lie! Hope this helps any other suffers out there!
Posted by Sheila on Feb 13 2010 00:09:22
I've gotten UTI's frequently. Dandelion root tea is AMAZING for the pain. (although it doesn't taste great) About 30 minutes after I drink it, the pain is almost gone. Also, you can take AZO (found at Walmart, HEB, or health stores) for the discomfort as well. These won't cure the infection, but definitely helps with the pain. Hope this is helpful!
Posted by MARY on Feb 05 2010 21:16:03
TAKE CRANBERRY JUICE OR TABLETS(NATURE'S BOUNTY TRIPLE STRENGTH CRANBERRY FRUIT TABLETS 1680MG PLUS VITAMIN C) IN ITS PUREST FORM ALONG WITH PLENTY OF WATER TO RINSE, RINSE, RINSE THE BACTERIA FORM THE BLADDER. SWEAR BY IT
Posted by Dianna on Feb 05 2010 13:51:46
Hello sufferers! I have been getting UTIs farely fequently for the past 8 years. My suggestion to anyone who has a minor case (frequent urination, burning pain, etc) then follow many of the home remedies on this page. Drink LOTS of water - flush it out. But dont drink TOO much cran juice, I've read that this can actually cause more problems for some since E.Coli is the common bacteria involved, it actually can multiply much quicker in an acidic environment, which is what cran juice does. I am going to try the Alka-Seltzer thing and see if it offers relief. I'd prefer to avoid antibiotics (they have worked for me) but I don't like the cost plus they get rid of good and bad bacteria. HOWEVER - if you are experiencing or begin to experience nausea, vomiting, and fever GO TO A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY. The first infection I ever got had no warning symptoms that I was aware of, I just woke up one night throwing up and had a 104 fever. My parents rushed me to the doctor and blood tests confirmed I had a UTI that had spread to my kidneys. PLEASE if your case is severe - go to the doctor - don't wait and try to fix it w/ home stuff, people CAN die from an infection that is left untreated. So take the above symptoms seriously and get yourself checked out!!!! Good luck everyone! I know these things really suck!
Posted by amanda on Feb 04 2010 08:09:02
I tried baking soda in water, i swallowed a whole colve of garlic, some honey, we'll see!
Posted by Rachael on Feb 03 2010 05:32:51
I used to get UTIs about every month or 2...the only antibiotic that seems to work for me is Cipro...I finally was so tired of getting UTI's that I went to a urologist and she gave me the best advice EVER!! No one had ever told me before that I should pee before AND after sex...I cannot believe that this has helped for such a long time...hope that helps...
Posted by laura on Jan 30 2010 08:52:32
I've had one UTI before the one i have now, and it was only a few months ago. the worst thing is i woke up at 6 this morning realizing and i have to wait till Monday to see a doctor. i cant stand the burning pain. my pain though is more annoying than hurtful. like this really weird tingly burning. it happens when i urinate, but then stays with me even after i urinate! i can stand it when urinating, but no for the whole day after. i seriously need something that works! i cant stand all today and tomorrow with no sleep from this. and something that is found like at walmart, because its the only place i have to go.thanks
Posted by KA on Jan 29 2010 14:35:51
ALKA-SELTZER, CRANBERRY JUICE, BAKING SODA, GARLIC AND ECHINACEA AND WATER!!!! i Used to get UTI's at least once a month for 1 and a half years and all the doctors did was give me antibiotics which seemed to kick in after about 2 days. I got my first one in 2 years yesterday and took 2 alka-seltzers, one glass of water with 2 tablespoons of baking soda, garlic and echinacea tablets (garlic is one of the best natural infection fighters-also good for yeast infections), drank loads of water: i just kept filling up mt 1 litre bottle and forcing myself to drink it, and downed 1.5 litres of cranberry juice in 3 hours. I took another 2 alka-selzter in the afternoon and last night it was gone! This morning im pain free and normal again :) This is the first time it has gone away with home remedy and definitely worked much quicker than antibiotics. Other things tht could be tried:
* douche with hydrogen peroxide 3% and water
* colloidal silver sprayed on a tampon and inserted for about 2 hours
* bathe in baking soda with a drop of tea tree oil
I also used these as well, i don't know which one worked but i got the result i wanted!!!
Posted by Linda Clark on Jan 22 2010 09:02:25
Hi: One thing that has helped me with UTIs is drinking lemons on a daily basis. It's really good for alkalinizing hte body. I recently read that people who have an acidic body get UTIs easily. I usually get one when I'm detoxing or fasting, even though I don't drink soft drinks, coffee, etc. But one thing I haven't seen mentioned up above is Juniper berries, which is really good for the pain. Unfortunately, you don't always see a UTI coming, but if you start taking the Juniper berries when you first notice it, the pain will be completely gone the next day. Then for the actual infection, garlic and Echinacea and nature's strongest antibiotics, without the side effects. I used to keep antibiotics close but wouldn't take them for anything BUT UTIs. Now I don't take them at all, as these natural remedies work just as well...sometimes a lot better. God bless all of you poor girls...it's very painful!
Posted by Kimberly on Jan 20 2010 15:42:06
Best cure for a UTI is the purest form of Cranberry juice you can find and limes. You want to make your urine more acidic to kill bacteria. Take 2 of your favorite OTC pain reliever, and drink a 16oz glass of cranberry juice with the juice of a full lime. Repeat as desired, and drink loads of water in between. I swear it works! I went from pain to no pain within an hour! I am on day 2 and still no pain! Also, I found a hot bath relieves pain temporarily.
Posted by Anonymous on Jan 20 2010 06:27:41
Drink plenty of warm water first thing in the morning and before going to bed instead of cold water and apple juice work as well
Posted by Liza on Jan 18 2010 15:34:24
Popped a couple of Cranberry tablets plus Alka-seltzer... less painful than an hour ago... still in pain though... I hate UTI! :(
Posted by Jennifer on Jan 15 2010 13:05:38
I'm only 16 and get uti's often, i normally just wait it out and it goes away, but it does come back somewhere down the track. It is soo irritating. I just found out today that a uti is what my symptoms have been indicating. Atm, i'm trying to eat heaps of pineapple and drink heaps of water and take some vitamins.. its seems to be working..
Posted by Janine on Jan 08 2010 07:16:35
I have had several UTI due to side effects of Eye drops.
I boil coiled parsley for about 20 minutes on low heat and if I drink 2 cups of it the pain goes away for the whole day. Do not use sugar, I use a bit of artificial sugar because that tea does not taste good.
It does not cure UTI but it takes away the pain.
Posted by Melissa on Jan 05 2010 09:59:10
there is a natural cure that works the same day!! I have had countless repeated uti's along with antibiotics that made me sick and didnt work.. i finally found a natural supplement called D-Mannose.. i suggest the powder form Clear Tract.. it works immediately!! i havent taken an antibiotic since..
Posted by Elle on Jan 04 2010 16:20:39
Tried the baking soda in water and 2 alka-seltzer and gone by morning. Wow!
Posted by Jamie on Jan 04 2010 03:58:28
I have been getting UTI's for the last three years. They come and go on their own. I use AZO and cranberry juice and tablets as well as a ton of water. But the one I am experiencing now is horrendous. I soak in hot salt baths (which seems to help eventually), drink so much fluid I feel like i am going to explode, tried the baking soda idea and nothing. going to the Dr this week, but don't know what to do until then. Any other ideas?
Posted by Darian Neal on Dec 23 2009 19:15:17
Hello everyone, i am an 18 young women, i have had 4 or 5 UTI's this year. I must say, Antibiotics was my only cure! Cranberry juice and water does stop the urge and burning but doesnt cure the infection, my last infection infected my kidneys and i was in the hospital for several days. If you have an UTI please see your doctor.
Posted by Dee on Dec 16 2009 19:36:40
I have suffered from UTI's for several years sometimes more than once a year. I got one recently and didn't have medical insurance. In despair I called my grandmother and asked about natural remedies. She told me to buy fresh corn, take the hair off and boil it. I was hesitant but desperate for some relief. I'm glad I listened to grandma because IT WORKED! I drank the tea three times a day for about three days just to make sure it didn't come back. I've used this remedy more than once and my UTI's don't come back as often! I also take EZO Standard to ease the pain. You can get this over the counter at most drug stores and grocery stores.
Posted by rebecca on Dec 15 2009 03:05:26
i have had UTI for one day now and the pain is excrusiating i cant stand it for much longer, last nite i didnt get any sleep becos i didnt know how to treat it, it was horrible. today i went to the doctor and he gave me antibiotics they havnt kicked in yet and its soo painful my boss called me in for work tomorro i dont know wat im going to do wat r some really fast remidies that stops the pain please HELP.
Posted by Anthony Collins on Dec 14 2009 06:35:29
I am having this for couple of months, had visited the doc x3 had antibiotics and other medicines in the Rx but still have that irritation and pain in the two sides of the hops when peeing. Am trying Echinacea, cranberry pills and ural alkalinezer, feelning better but not yet recovered still is what I feel. Have irritation and difficulty to pee if I did masturbate (once done) Is this a problem?
Posted by Kyla on Nov 26 2009 01:02:45
Hi, ive had this for three days now. I thought it was something else like pregnancy, but after reading this, i feel like it is this that i have. I bleed almost everytime i go to the toilet, which is very painful. I want to know what is the quickest and most efficient way to ease the pain and urge to pee all the time. Please help.
Posted by Painfull in Vegas on Nov 25 2009 20:02:20
I am now batteling UTI for the second time in a row over the last 2 weeks...I have been to the Dr. for both times and have been on 2 different antibiotics. My concern is the bloading and swelling in the lower abdominal. I have had UTI in the past, however, not as severe. Is it normal for you to have massive pain and bloading in the lower abdominal like it is going to explode? I have been drinking Cran juice and staying off my feet to relieve some discomfort. I wish all of you the best luck w/UTI. Not fun stuff!!
Posted by Bianca on Nov 16 2009 16:56:42
I tried the alka-selzer thing and it really works woke up the next morning and the UTI was gone!!!!!
Posted by K on Nov 09 2009 00:45:17
I've had 2 UTIs before the one I have now. There have been multiple times in which I felt one coming on and was able to keep it from erupting into a full blown infection by drowning myself in water and cranberry capsules. I likely got this one from drinking too much caffeine lately, and I ignored some of the early warning signs so now I'm at the point where it either has to get better fast or I need to see a doctor. After reading up on various home remedies, I decided to try a combination of things. I've continued with cranberry capsules, lots of water as well as cranberry juice. I've tried the baking soda twice today, the ACV once, Alka-Seltzer once, and a collection of herbal supplements and extracts (oregon grape, echinacea, goldenseal, bromelain (found in fresh pineapple) and a tablet that is a blend of uva ursi, dandelion root, marshmallow root & parsley root among others). If I don't wake up pain free in the morning, then none of these home remedies are going to work and I will need to see a doctor. But I have my fingers crossed. If I am successful, I unfortunately won't know exactly what did it, and it may just be a combination of things. I don't think any one thing will work the same for everyone, so all of us need to try things to see what's best for our bodies. One last thing I may try tomorrow is D-Mannose if I can find some at our local co-op.
Posted by Calder on Oct 30 2009 23:08:14
I suffer from UTIs, too and it's hard to read all these stories about the struggles women have had to deal with the pain. I don't have any sure answers; there are many reasons why women get them so frequently. Yes, it can be if you have diarrhea often, especially if you wipe back to front, that you can contaminate the urethra. You can try changing your underwear often (my naturopath said after every bowel movement; which is a pain in the butt- lol) and wiping front to back, too. But there a host of reasons why women get UTIs so frequently and everybody has their own issues- there's never just one reason, despite what the women who is pushing her book says. First of all, women have a uterus that presses on their bladder, so it makes it harder to have a full bladder and it's not so easy to find the opportunity to pee every 20 minutes, which increases the chance of bacteria building up in the urinary tract and also the muscles of the pelvic floor get loose with age or having babies and don't hold the urethra up as well, so it's easier to get contaminated- try kegel exercises- and also sex does introduce a lot of bacteria into the genital area, which can get into the urethra. I really get discouraged, too, especially when I have eaten ZERO sugar and white flour, have tried to eat lots of greens and taking all the natural and alternative supplements my alternative doctor puts me on (probiotis, herbal remedies, etc.) and it's still hanging on. I get it down to where I don't feel any symptoms (my urine still shows it) and antibiotics do the same thing with bad side effects- it's still there- antibiotics never quite get rid of it- and I get discouraged, too, but at least I can get it down to a dull roar. Then I get frustrated and have a slice of pizza or something and it goes back up. Just keep on trucking and maybe one day we'll figure it out- I wan to do the Alka-Seltzer thing- maybe that will help. I'm trying lots of naturally sourced vitamins, too, esp. B,C,A and E.
Posted by Rachel Falk on Oct 30 2009 22:29:20
If you get UTIs frequently and don't want to always immediately go straight to antibiotics, there are a number of steps you can try beforehand. First, if your body is in an acidic condition (sugar, meats, lots of dairy and refined grains-i.e white flour bread and pasta), try changing it to an alkaline condition by increasing the amount of veggies and whole grains you eat in your diet. Even distilled or reverse osmosis water is acidic; the minerals in spring water make it alkaline. Second drink UNsweetened cranberry juice and dilute it with water to make it more palatable or another unsweetened, naturally tart juice (like pomegranate or blueberry). There is a very good brand of cranberry juice called Medicea that has herbs specifically for UTIs; it is unsweetened and though rather expensive, can be diluted to last a long time. D-Mannose is good for light UTIs or as a preventive measure, but once you have it, Uristatin (an herb blend) and cranberry capsules (Genestra makes a gel cap with pure cranberry oil) in 1000 mg. doses may also help. If you can stay home for a couple of days and drink, water- just drink, drink, drink and take the Uristatin and cranberry away from meals, you may see some immediate improvement. Also, there is an herb product called Kidny- no e, by New Roots Herbal that has several herbs that support kidney and bladder function. It has Uva Ursi and Buchu herbs- both good for kidney and bladder. The first time I took it, it was amazing; it got a little less effective each successive time I took it- I didn't see the miraculous results like I did the first few days, but it still helped a lot. If you take it, drink it with lots and lots of water and stay home for the next few hours, because it makes you pee a river every 15 minutes, but it will get out more of the infection in one day than most other stuff will get out in several days. Some of the other suggestions people made sound good, too; I'm going to try the baking soda trick. Hope this helps.
Posted by ronnie-anne on Oct 30 2009 20:07:04
Soi have had a uti for a week now. I have been on bactrim and pyridium and nothing is working. I have gagged down a gallon of cranberry juice. I am hoping it works. Your posts have really helped me knowing I am not the only one who suffers from this agony. Men could never understand or handle pain and discomfort like this!
Posted by Vincent on Oct 28 2009 21:15:06
Okay so I have had this for awhile, but I just found out that I have a UTI after thinking it was something else this whole time. Will it go away if I drink a large amount of cranberry juice?
Posted by marie on Oct 26 2009 10:06:23
Please do not take the recommendation from the person who gets her antibiotics at a pet store. I am a pharmacist and I can tell you this is a very bad idea. We check expiration dates monthly in our pharmacy and store all drugs in proper storeage conditions. Will a worker at the pet store have the same standards as your pharmacist? Who knows how these drugs are manufactured. Also, the dosing for the amoxicillin is incorrect and generally these antibiotics are not first line meds for UTI. Please consult your Dr or Pharmacist. Pharmacists are a great resource for info and are generally very honest and concerned for your well being.
Posted by marie on Oct 26 2009 09:56:46
I have tried D-mannose powder (Clear tract) and it worked at first, but then it wasn't working so I did order the UTI report online (Barton Publishing).Their protocol did work well. It was .00 well spent. My friend uses a more expensive D-mannose powder from Vital Nutrients and she says it is more effective than Clear Tract. I also take a high quality probiotic daily to boost my immunity. Try all the natural remedies first, but sometimes an antibiotic is needed. The natural remedies need to work in a day or so or go see your Dr so a simple UTI doesn't develop into a kidney infection.
Posted by silvia on Oct 18 2009 12:05:03
I'm dying! i've been suffering from UTI for nearly a week now, tried the baking soda and water and didnt work, maybe i need plenty of it. i'm gona try the cranberry juice, this must stop today. it hurt soooooo bad..... :(
Posted by Christy on Oct 17 2009 16:19:26
Diabetes and UTI ... Do you any of you have Diabetes as well? I am diabetic and now have a UTI. When doing google searches, I found there is a much better risk of UTI if you are diabetic. Also, some of the "home remedies" might not work for me due to the high sugar content in them. Any advice for me? It sounds like maybe I just would be better off going with an anitibiotic. Any advice would be appreciated. Suffering as we speak!!!
Posted by Becki on Oct 13 2009 17:24:18
I haven't had a UTI in over 10 years, I used to drink cranberry juice and it was healed. I am going to try the H2O and baking soda, because I am in the bathroom every 5 minutes with the painful burning urge.
Posted by Tara on Oct 13 2009 13:29:46
I read all these posts last night while in agony and today I am cured! I was ready to go to the ER, even without health insurance. I've always used cranberry juice as a remedy, but had never tried the baking soda in water. I drank 2 glasses, each w a tsp of baking soda, downed a gallon of cranberry juice(the regular kind, not unsweetened like I should have, funds were low and it was late) and just kept drinking water as often as possible. It only took a coupe of hours for the pain to dissipate. I couldn't believe how well it worked. I used to get UTI's twice a month, but I've been careful to wash and urinate after sex and it's been a year at least since I've had one and that was mild. The only side effect was some diarrhea, but I would take that to a UTI any day.
I saw a question above about a hot compress. I do this- I use a heating pad and place it between my legs, I wear pants obviously, I don't want to burn myself. It really helps with the pain. I also splash water as hot as I can take it there too. I can understand how this might sound off putting, but it works for me so I'm sticking with it.
I also wanted to second the poster who said coffee causes burning. That and all alcohol. There's probably some bacteria brewing and all those things are acidic, so I'd imagine that's where the irritation comes from. I drink tea for my caffeine fix when I have a UTI.
Posted by Jenn on Oct 12 2009 07:07:44
Woke up at 5am with symptoms of a UTI (constant feeling 'like you need to go' but don't actually have to+ burning sensation). I do not have time to go to the doctor, so this site really helped. I have drank 4 large glasses of water 2 with baking soda, and one with 'Airborne'. I have also taken 1kmg of Vit C and Ekenacia (sp?). I hope to be symptom free soon.
Posted by Lisa on Oct 10 2009 23:14:47
Ok ladies, serious UTI here. Gotta love great sex right?!?!?! lol
I was positive that I had a UTI, and was unwilling to wait until Monday for relief from the agony. I felt fine, just a bit of pressure and a nagging in the back of my mind at all times that I kinda had to pee. But actually peeing? Ewww, misery. Peeing was fine, until I got to the 'end', then there was intense pressure and the feeling that I had to go again soooo very bad. It was painful, I'll tell ya.
Read this thread, and many others, praying for some immediate relief. Last night, I worked with what I had, baking soda and water, until I could get to the store this morning. Relief in the early am, but I could feel symptoms returning, quickly.
Went to the drug store at 8am this morning, purchased Alka-Seltzer and Cranberry tablets, the Triple-Strength from Nature's Bounty. I took the two Alka tablets in water, and used that to swallow the first dose of two Cranberry softgels. Same thing 4 hours later. 2 more Cranberry tabs early afternoon. It is now 11pm, and I am urintating normally, and often, pain free! I have been drinking as much water as my stomach will allow. Not sure if it was the Alka or the berry, but something is working its butt off. My nether-regions feel vaguely normal, yay me! Will continue to take the Cranberry supplement for at least the next 24 hours, as well as maintain a high water intake. I am not sure what is working, but something is! I will update the status in a day or so. Good luck ladies!
Posted by Anonymous on Oct 09 2009 17:28:17
OK ladies! You are going to think that I am crazy. But, I used to date my ex for about 8 years and I would get UTIs ALL THE TIME. I went to the doctor (Bactrium became my best friend). Anyway, she wasn't there and so a resident doctor came in. I told her about my frequent UTI issues and she suggested that I used white soap (such as Dove or Ivory), when I wash my private area. Have not had a UTI in forever! Also, I drink a glass of cranberry juice every day. Good luck - I know the feeling!
Posted by Anonymous on Oct 06 2009 23:04:30
The best prevention that I found is this stuff called D-MANNOSE sugar. It\\'s sold in health stores or organic stores.Trust me ladies, this stuff works! It\\'s a natural sugar that your body makes that grab onto the bacteria in your bladder lining and pull them away when you pee. They sell it in powder and tablet form. I like the powder, you mix it in with water and voila, your UTI is gone. also take it with cranberry pills for a quick recovery! But I am still trying to figure out why there are percentage of us who get this problem. I am waiting for my urologist appointment. I hope they can help me figure this out. wish me luck guys!!
Posted by Ellie Eruysal on Oct 05 2009 07:23:52
help me.. ım gettıng a UTI every 2-3 weeks and all my doctor ıs doıng ıs prescrıbıng me antıbıotıcs..ok they clear ıt up after 3 days of TERRIBLE paın but ıts never clears the problem. ım lıvıng ın Turkey and NOWHERE sells cranberry juıce of apple cıder vınegar whıch ı see most of u gırls are suggestıng... what do ı do now? sometımes the paın ıs so bad when ı pee blood ıs present and what appears to be tıssue from ınsıde my bladder or urınary tract on the toılet paper whıch ıs really worryıng me...
Posted by Candice on Sep 30 2009 14:12:27
So greatful for your comments. I'm on day 10 of a UTI. The first antibiotic didn't work and now it feels that the new antibiotic isn't going to work either. I decided to take an alka seltzer and drink ACV, I almost immediatly feel better. I have been taking cran pills daily but they only seem to work if I catch it early enough. Thanks again you guys are lifesavers.
Posted by Lynda on Sep 30 2009 10:15:58
Thanks for all the tips! Just took everything I could think of before reading this. I heard a thing for flu of Asprin and antihistimine like Benedryl. I tried that, 4 asp. and antihistamine..(think it might be what is in Alka-Seltzer), plus powdered Vit C Most important?: I took an old vinegar douche container and put like 1/8 cp of Vinegar and warm water/douche and rinse in and outside. Pretty sure that e-coli and careless w. wipe prob was "cause". Also, did a pack of EmergC, of course quarts of water! Even took Hylands homeopathic Calms Forte hoping to calm the bladder spasms. It has been maybe 1 and 1/2 hr and even aching all over is going! I did do that baking soda and glass of water suggested maybe 1/2 hr ago. Last nite spent 2-4 hrs drinking about 2 qts of water etc just to sleep a few hrs but woke up with it Full Blown symptoms again, but NOW I am COMFORTABLE! BTW I always do pure HF store cranberry but not notice a real differance.
Posted by Carrey on Sep 27 2009 02:00:13
Desperately trying to look for a home remedy online I found this thing called utireport. It claims to have a natural remedy for uti. I followed the instructions to purchase and download but it never gave me the recipe! Also, at first it said it would charge me .99 but ended up charging over without my consent! I feel scammed! Has anyone had the same experience?
Posted by Jessica on Sep 24 2009 21:20:19
i have had horrible utis for about 2 years now to the point where i have had blood in my urine and been in so much pain to the point of tears.after doing alot of research and understanding differnt sources for them i think i traced my back to not peeing immediatly after sex or my partners hands not being completley clean (especially if they smoke) ive found taking a shower right when the symptoms start and literally chugging as much water as possible kicks the recovery process into gear. i believe in the cranberry pills and have tried the baking soda but it is not fun i warn anyone in desperation also ive read before to only go to the bathroom when you have drank enough liquids that your positive you are able to pee. i get the chills really bad, cant focus on anything but the pain, and cant help but trying to use the washroom every second. my prayers go out to every woman who gets them. i hope we can all find the perfect remedy!
Posted by Lena on Sep 24 2009 19:59:00
I found that after I've stopped taking antibiotics I would develop uti. So, apple cider vinegar is a real saver for me because I have chronic sinus infections (which is why I started with antibiotics in the first place. Needless to say, antibiotics don't work for it). A few months back I ran across an article and testimonies claiming that apv works for infections of such; tried it and it worked. And it's helped to keep my skin clear of break outs. Sorry, I don't mean to sound like an infomercial. I'm just really glad to have come across something that actually does what people claim it to.
Posted by Betsy on Sep 24 2009 02:02:22
I wish uti's never existed... I suffer from the constantly! My mom gets so upset with me because she says I don't care of my self but I do!!! I have no idea what I get my uti's from but there reaccuring for me.. When I go to the doctor it's pure antibiotics she gives me which never works!!! It's 2:00 in the morning. I have school tomorrow so I'm goin to try the alka seltzer! I hope that will give me sum type of releif... And a question.. Why do I get chills along with my uti's
Posted by Sarah on Sep 12 2009 14:42:11
I'm trying everything the baking soda and water are really helping. BTW ladies don't take azo then go to the doctor they will be really mad at you.
Posted by brittney on Sep 10 2009 08:36:09
I woke up this morning with UTI symptoms..mostly some serious burning. I drank as much ACV as I could stand, took a warm bath with ACV in it and within 30 min have no pain..maybe I just caught it early but what ever helps HELPS! I get UTI's pretty often and notice that mostly drinking the vinegar helps.Actually ACV, acidophilus (spelling?)tablets, eating grapes and drinking that 100% cranberry (yeah, the stuff that tastes like jet fuel, not the grape or apple-diluted stuff) baking soda, steeping parsley in water, garlic juice and olive oil mixed in water have actually gotten rid of serious infections that non of my antibiotics I was given were getting rid of. I can't remember the authors name at the moment of that "home remedies" book I bought online several years back but I'll go look for it and post it. Shes where I got all those ideas from and she actually gives you an hour by hour, step by step process that you go through for a total of twelve hours but I'll tell you what! it works! and within the first 3 hours too. I actually haven't been back to the doctor for UTIs since I got the book or atleast knew what to do
Posted by Judith on Sep 08 2009 07:26:49
All these things help with the SYMPTOMS but don't necessarily cure it. Drink loads of cranberry juice and baking soda with water to make the wait at the doctor bearable
Posted by lauren on Aug 31 2009 14:37:40
One thing that helps for immediate relief (for long enough to help you go back to bed) is to wash the area with cool water right after urination. The cooling effect last long enough for the non-prescription Phenazopyridine HCL pills to take effect. I felt a lot better reading your responses and knowing that I was not the only one who wakes up at 5 in the morning and cries from the pain.
Posted by Kathy on Aug 27 2009 20:25:47
I have struggled with UTI's since I was 16. For whatever reason, I am getting them as frequently as every week. I did hear the warmer temperatures can cause you to be more likely to have a UTI. Also, every time I have intercourse, it seems to cause them. I have found that the best treatment is pure 100% cranberry juice (you can only find this at the health food store) and drinking tons of water. I also take a UTI supplement, cranberry capsules and a probiotic supplement. I just recently am starting on drinking apple cider vinegar with honey and water. Will start drinking a little bit of the pure cranberry juice and apple cider vinegar every day as well as the supplements that I have taken daily for over a year. It is frustrating because it is something I worry about every day. Antibiotics do not solve the problem. Wish everyone the best of luck in defeating this constant battle of infections.
Posted by crystal on Aug 27 2009 08:18:49
Ok, i just drank a glass of baking soda water (gross, but do-able) and then i drank 6 ozs of pineapple juice and took 2 cranberry pills. It is now 7:19AM. I really hope this works. I'm gonna drink a big glass of water too. Then take a nap and I will let cha know how I'm doing this afternoon.
Posted by crystal on Aug 27 2009 08:18:46
Ok, i just drank a glass of baking soda water (gross, but do-able) and then i drank 6 ozs of pineapple juice and took 2 cranberry pills. It is now 7:19AM. I really hope this works. I'm gonna drink a big glass of water too. Then take a nap and I will let cha know how I'm doing this afternoon.
Posted by penny on Aug 21 2009 17:59:57
omg. i am going crazy. bactrim doesn't work anymore. so i'm going to try the baking sodq or alka seltzer thing. hope it works. dr. put me on cipro. does this work? bactrim and utira c have always worked in the past, but not now.
Posted by Amy Roberts on Aug 20 2009 19:41:53
It is the wierdest things but I get a UTI everytime a condom is used. I was married at the time and I asked my husband to start using condoms at the end of marriage, I thought he was trying to get me pregnant again. The morning after using the condom I had a UTI, then three weeks later another UTI, of cours my doctor had record of all this. Three years later after getting a divorce and moved on to a new relationship, the first time we had sexual intercourse we used a condom, and again a UTI. My doctor putting two and two together said that a latex alergy, or ingredients in Spermicide can irritate and cause UTI's. I had never heard this before in my life and never would have thought. So please be aware and if UTI's result after using condoms take this into concideration
Posted by Stephanie on Aug 20 2009 12:34:20
I get them once a year and usually they stay with me for a couple of hours because I drink cranberry juice. Well this time Ive had for over 12 hours now. Dont have time to go to the dr., so bought some AZO pills for the discomfort. But reading about this home remedies is great. Cheap and quick.Im going to take more precaution now with going to the bathroom when I need to go and going before sex and after.
Posted by Michelle on Aug 17 2009 20:24:04
Apple Cider Vinegar helps a lot.
Posted by Molly on Aug 11 2009 15:00:43
I have been gettin uti's for the past year. It happens frequently when I am sexually active and don't drink enough water. I am getting sick of always going to the doctor so I am trying cranberry juice and the baking soda thing. I really hope it works!! When I have a UTI it is the only thing I can concentrate on all day. It is horrible and I just feel like laying down in my bed and crying. AZO helps a little bit. It is also awkward to be in public because I know people can see the pain on my face and I am highly irritatible. I hate UTI's and I feel sorry for any other women who experience them. I have got to start taking more preventative measures. This site has really helped.
Posted by Kelly on Aug 06 2009 12:28:43
I just finished my third antiiotic the other day and I still think I have a UTY. I tryed the baking soda and have more relief than I have had in days, will drink another glass before bed.
Posted by Kirstyann on Aug 04 2009 09:11:37
Once again, i have a UTI. I've had them 3 times a month over the past 2 years (im 16). I've done everything to prevent them. I tried taking cranberry pills, and vitamin C tablets everyday, i have stopped being sexually active all together to try and prevent it.Yet still i get the bloomin things all the time! The pain is so bad soemtimes, i come out the bathrom crying and i have to use all my self restraint to try and not go back 2 seconds after peeing. All my gp does is prescribe antibiotics like:
Trimethoprin, C
Ciprofloxacin,
Some-thing-else-axin
And sometimes the Antibi's don't even work. It's a lot of hassle, and sometimes it can get quite depressing, if i get a UTI it rules my life,i have to take days off of college, and i end up in a lot of trouble sometimes, even when my Doctor writes to the college explaining i get UTI's reguarly. I desperatly need help in findng something that takes away the pain :( Or relieves it somewhat. I feel like tearing out my hair
Posted by Jamie on Aug 01 2009 15:07:03
This will sound funny...but if you visit your pet tropical fish store, they sell an array of over the counter antibiotics such as Tetracycline, Pennicillin, Amoxicillin, Erythromicin etc. All are usually 250 mg. These are the SAME as human antibiotics as they do not make different versions. Normal course of 250 mg amoxicillan twice day for 7 days. They are pretty inexpensive. Try it. Desperate times call for desperate measures sometimes.
Posted by May on Jul 31 2009 10:08:58
This is my first time having an Uti. Well Im pretty sure from the symtoms ive seen, that I have it. I recently had sexual intercourse and the next day I had pain in my bladder and constantly needed to go pee. Im on birth control which makes me try to find out natural remidies! Thanks for the help!
Posted by Erin on Jul 31 2009 06:49:35
does anyone know if heating pads work as a form of temporary relief?? this really is not fun.
Posted by sue on Jul 28 2009 09:36:10
reading all these articles, i should say am alittle relieved,not from the pain but to learn certain things.i ve had my uti for coming to 13 years. started as a uti,consequently another bacteria of some is found, then later 3 to 4 bacteria found after a culture and swab.then a yeast infection. its been hell , painful sex worst part of it. and am afraid now for my reproductive sys. the last time i visited the lab, some liquids were found hanging in the pouch of douglas somelike like that cant recall that scientifc name really. gathering all this remedies its sheer desperation to try almost evrything, just dont know where to start. my antibiotics have proven resistant, they relive the pain and symptom but dont cure me anymore. should all hope be gone at his stage? need help.
Posted by angela kilmartin on Jul 24 2009 17:16:08
Sad to see so many girls posting comments and not one of them mentioning prevention of UTI\\'s. Its so simple girls. Its your own germs from your own anus that swim around in liquids until they reach the bladder opening and find a safe, nutritious harbour inside!
Until you learn all about it your lives will be ruined as mione was when I was younger. But its over thirty years now since I had a UTI and all I do is take 20 seconds a day to correctly bottle wash these germs away after a bowel movement and always before se. I wash last thing every night like I do my teeth and if sex happens then I\\'m all prepared, no problems.
Please read up, the comments are above contain nothing that will make you well and prevent infections, neither will any commercial product. You only need my book, The Patients Encyclopaedia of Urinary Tract infection, Sexual Cystitis and Interstitial Cystitis. Amazon or any other bookstore worldwide will get it for you or from my distributors , phine numbers for both UK and USA from www.angelakilmartin.com (click MORE on my homepage for buying details)
get well--PROPERLY and forever.
ANgela Kilmartin author of over 12 books on UTI\\'s
Posted by Em on Jul 17 2009 19:42:36
I have been exprencing UIT's for about 3 years and everytime I get one my whole day(s) are just ruined because it hurts so much and I always have to go to the bathroom. I get them pretty frequently, I would say every two weeks or so. I never heard about the alka-seltzer thing eather and I just took it but its so gross! blah! I really hope it works!
Posted by Lindsey on Jul 15 2009 18:01:30
APPLE CIDER VINAGER!!! 2 tbls. mixed with a juice glass of water and add a little honey to it (which is very healing as well) and you are on your way to feeling better! I haven't tried baking soda or alka seltzer, which is something I have herd over and over. WATER is, and always, has been my best friend! I normaly get UTIs when I get stressed! I also take a multi vitamin, garlic, cranberry pills (stronger then just drinking the juice), and Echinacea.
Posted by Karen on Jul 12 2009 13:04:28
I've been having uti's quite regularly for the past 4 years. I started going to the dr the first two years only to be prescribed antibiotics. I heard about alka seltzer and tried it and it works. I just recently caught another one and decided to try a teaspoon of baking soda with 8 oz of water and drank cranberry juice right after. Needless to say, it works. No more pain or painful urination. Be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Posted by jen on Jul 12 2009 12:27:38
I have a UTI about every 2 weeks. This has happened for the last year. I cannot see taking antibiotics every 2 weeks. It think mine is related to drinking coffee. Every time I do..I get one.
Posted by Meg on Jul 08 2009 11:52:04
Woke up this morning and knew... Don't have cranberry juice. Tried the baking soda... yes, I agree. Not pleasant at all. I wouldn't have gotten through downing it unless I mixed it with other juice. Perhaps could mix with cranberry (2-in-one). Also took Vit-C. Hope this works...
Posted by Rae on Jul 07 2009 13:27:37
Believe it or not, I didnt think the baking soda and water would work either, but after seeing atleast 3 different pages that said it would help relieve the pain, I tried it. Its NOT pleasant to drink.. I will be very honest about that, but it HAS helped relieve that CONSTANT urge and some of the pain associated with the UTI. I was desperate to try anything that would ease the spasming and pain as even the over the counter AZO medication was NOT helping me.
Posted by jane on Jul 06 2009 19:05:08
I don't understand how baking soda and alkasetzer works. They are bases and would not make the urine acidic like cranberry juice (which is acid). I have had uti for years and have found nothing that really helps.
Posted by Jenn on Jul 01 2009 23:31:40
I load up with cranberry pills, calcium CITRATE pills, echinacea with goldenseal, alka seltzer, vitamin C, and baking soda. I take a ton of pills because the extra ends up in your urine, where you want it. Calcium citrate (name brand Citracel), vitamin C, cranberry, and baking soda or alka seltzer make your urine alkaline and bacteria cannot survive. I don't take any chances and use everything. I take cranberry pills instead of juice because the potency is so much higher. And then drink water constantly. It completely eradicates a UTI.
Posted by Bridget C. Mulcahy on Jun 23 2009 12:29:49
Hey ladies, like many of you, I have suffered many UTI's for about 10 years. Sometimes for even no reason. I was wondering if any of you know how to use Tee Tree Oil to cure UTI's. I have been googling for the past 2 weeks and I haven't gotten the answer I need
Posted by Tiffany on Jun 22 2009 04:25:19
Actually, I just woke up hungover from partying last night (so irresposible) to realize I had a budding UTI. so painful. After writhing in slowly increasing pain for a few hours--I started searching for all the home remedies. I just took a vitamin C pill, and drank 3 glasses of water--one of which I dissolved half a teaspoon of baking soda in. I feel some instant relief. I\\'m gonna try to do al of the home remedies possible to see if that gets rid of it because I dont have insurance. If I get no relief in a few days I will hoowever pay the expense of a doctor.
Posted by dani on Jun 20 2009 01:05:42
ouch I have had this for three days now, sometimes worse than other times and some times it goes completly for ages! I think my problem which caused it this time was holding my wee over night. Woke up at five o clock and can't get back to sleep. Taking ibropruphen and drinking water! I'll go and buy some more cranberry tabs later at a more appropriate time! Help
Posted by Heather on Jun 16 2009 07:19:25
I believe I have yet another UTI... it started a few days ago so i did the normal water consumption and what not and it went away until tonight. its uncomfortable and i cant sleep cause i feel the urge to turn my bed into a toilet, how do i subside the urge and pain in order to fall asleep?? can anyone help ASAP
Posted by Margaret on Jun 14 2009 22:16:58
I know men don't tend to get UTIs but my husband is suffering from his 2nd UTI in 12 months. I think he has actually been passing them to me because I had never had one until after he had his first and now I have my 2nd one as well. I know what to do to prevent them for women, but what can men do to prevent them?
Posted by trini maldonado on Jun 13 2009 19:25:31
trying the 2 alka-selters.... will update in 24 hrs.
Posted by cinthia on Jun 11 2009 08:18:41
hibiscus with garlic tea. disgusting but it helps right away!!! (jamaica con ajo!!!)
Posted by amanda on Jun 02 2009 01:27:43
Alka-Seltzer is always good. Also Uristat, it's a little pill you take with a meal. Takes the pain and urgency away within 15 minutes. Doesn't cure but helps. If you take that while doing either Alka-Seltzer or just drinking cranberry juice. You'll be back to normal in no time.
Posted by Renee Archey on May 26 2009 17:04:19
Wow! I am a home remedy queen and haven\\'t heard of the baking soda and the alkaselzer nor vit C! Yes, I cant stand the pain either and I don\\'t even want to go out to the store because I constantly have to go potty!! Thank you to this site for helping me because I don\\'t have insurance and needed help quick. They definately need to get antibiotics over the counter for this because everyone knows one they have a UTI!!
Posted by Caitie on May 08 2009 11:54:38
i haven't been to the doctor just yet, pretty sure i have a UTI. i've never had one before, i've just been drinking a lot of cold water, and been taking Ural Effervescent Powder. my mum bought this from a chemist off the shelf. i've had UTI for 4 days today and seems to be a lot better. still a bit of pressure on the lower part of my stomach just had a heat pack on it. and a little burning while urinating but nothing extreme like the first day or two. it's on and off, comes and goes. it will hurt the slightest bit one time i urinate then the next it won't hurt at all. i'll see how it goes today and if things don't get better i'll see a doctor
Posted by Denise on Apr 27 2009 15:18:05
To all of you UTI sufferers: Google Angela Kilmartin. She's written a book on the subject--she was a sufferer for many years and finally figured out a lot of stuff on her own. You'll be glad you found her info. What else have you got to lose?
Posted by stacia on Apr 04 2009 02:48:50
I found that use half a glass of water and a teaspoon of baking soda really works within 30 minutes or so...
Posted by Glenna on Feb 20 2009 09:39:44
i hate this i've been drinking cranberry juice and taking cranberry tablets 3 times a day....(6 tablets) and it's not going away! this is horrible!!!!
Posted by Diane on Jan 05 2009 23:03:02
THIS IS GONNA SOUND FUNNY, BUT IT IS VERY, VERY IMPORTANT TO STOP URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS.
ALWAYS EMPTY YOUR BLADDER BEFORE AND AFTER INTERCOURSE (BE SURE YOU ARE MARRIED FIRST THOUGH PLEASE).
I ALWAYS EMPTIED AFTER, BUT NEVER KNEW ABOUT DOING IT BEFORE. A FRIEND TOLD ME THAT AND I STARTED EMPTYING MY BLADDER BEFORE AND AFTER INTERCOURSE, AND I HAVEN'T HAD A UTI SINCE!
Posted by Jetta on Nov 13 2008 12:33:21
This has been an ongoing thing for me for 2 years and im gettin sick of it its every day and all the doctors can do is give me anti biotics. i had a urethral dilitation in august this year and still get the same pains. but they just keep filling me up with pointless pills that do nothing. i am losing alll faith in my gp as they don\\'t seem to have a next step for me and i can\\'t cope with this pain much longer im 17 and its ruining my life.
Posted by Esme\' on Nov 06 2008 15:57:59
If I feel the disconcerning pains of a UTI coming on, I automatically take 2 to 3 Cranberry Tablets- I hate cranberry juice, and the tablets seem to be effective almost immediately. You can get them at CVS or Target!
Posted by Linda on Aug 10 2008 04:00:15
Take 2 Alka-Seltzer and it will be gone by the next morning
I don't know why this works but it does, it has been tried by several people that I told to do this and they where so amased, for it worked that fast! No more Urnary Tract infection..
Posted by Trisha on Jun 08 2008 04:10:59
Another great thing for UTI's for people who dislike cranberry juice and has worked wonders for me is white tea. It is packed with antioxidants and works wonders drink and plenty of water and should feel better in a day or two..