When summer says goodbye, nature comforts us with golden autumn days. But the cold temperatures of the night already foreshadow that winter is approaching soon. In this so-called transitional period, colds are booming. Especially the danger of a bladder infection is exceptionally high now. Because hypothermia can quickly lead to a bacterial bladder infection. Constant urination and burning when urinating are the result.
In women, pathogens have an easy game
Hypothermia, along with insufficient bladder irrigation and weakened immune systems, is one of the main causes of this condition. Women are most often affected by bacterial attacks on the bladder. The reason: their urethra is shorter than that of men. That’s why the pathogens have an easier time reaching their target. According to the latest research, cold and stress also weaken the female immune system in this region of the body. As a preventive measure, it helps to drink plenty of fluids and to keep warm. Especially the feet and pelvic area should always be well wrapped. And of course, you should avoid sitting on cold surfaces.
10 Home remedies for cystitis
Just do not immediately reach for the chemical club
Who nevertheless a bladder infection overtakes, which should not immediately reach for strong drugs such as antibiotics. They not only put a strain on the body, but can also become ineffective if taken too frequently. More serious diseases are then difficult to treat. For mild urinary tract infections, on the other hand, preparations with natural active ingredients are just as effective, but much better tolerated than antibiotics. At the first signs of a chilled bladder, film-coated tablets containing extracts of bearberry leaves can be taken as an alternative. The main ingredient of this time-tested remedy is arbutin, which disinfects the urinary tract.
Well flushed is half cured
Even those who choose to take the tablets should not forget to drink plenty of fluids. At least two to three liters per day. This flushes the bacteria out of the bladder and promotes the healing process. In addition, to promote flushing, you can resort to the well-known kidney and bladder tea. Bladder and kidney teas contain, for example, birch leaves, goldenrod herb and orthosiphon leaves, which have a diuretic effect, i.e. stimulate the formation of urine. And very important: if fever occurs with cystitis or blood mixes into the urine, the time of medicinal herbs has passed and a visit to the doctor is absolutely necessary.
How to help your bladder through the winter season
- Do not sit on cold ground, benches, walls or only with iso padding
- Sweaters and jackets that reach over the hips, and warm footwear prefer
- If prone to cystitis: cure bladder and kidney tea.
- Against mild urinary tract infections: Film tablets from bearberry leaves
- Fruits and vegetables support the healing
- In case of fever, blood in the urine, frequent complaints: immediately to the doctor!
