How often and how long should I use the household remedies?

Most of the household remedies listed are harmless and can be used for a longer period of time without hesitation.

Blueberries are generally harmless and can be permanently integrated into everyday life.
The flax seeds, as well as the vinegar and lactose, should not be used for more than a few days to a maximum of two weeks at a time. Since these household remedies have a strong influence on the digestion, some caution should be taken here.
The marshmallow tea can be drunk several times a day, but if used over a long period of time, the blood sugar levels should be checked.

Treatment of the disease only with home remedies or only as supportive therapy?

Whether or not lower abdominal pain can be treated with home remedies alone depends on the underlying cause of the complaints. In general, household remedies can be used as the sole treatment for a few days. However, if there is no improvement after that, possible serious causes should be excluded and the therapy should be adjusted accordingly. For example, if it is known that blueberries and linseed are sufficient treatment for recurring urinary tract infections, they can be used without further therapy.

When do I have to go to the doctor?

Complaints that occur in the lower abdomen are often harmless, but rarely more serious. Therefore, the question of going to a doctor depends on the pain and other symptoms that occur. In general, a doctor should always be consulted after a few days with pain in the lower abdomen without improvement. If the symptoms occur in the right lower abdomen and become increasingly worse, a medical examination should be carried out as soon as possible, as it may be appendicitis.

Which alternative therapy can still help?

A possible alternative therapy that can be used for complaints in the lower abdomen caused by stones in the urinary tract or bladder is hydrotherapy. There are various sitz baths to choose from. These can be combined with herbal teas and oils, whereby lime blossoms, as well as peppermint and lilac berries are particularly suitable.

The water should be well tempered to warm the loins of the affected person and thus promote the removal of the stones. Sitting baths can be repeated several times a week. In case of intestinal diseases, for example ulcerative colitis, various medicinal plants can help to relieve the pain.

These can be well integrated into everyday life when prepared as tea. Wallwort, marigold and pansies are particularly effective in treating intestinal complaints. The tea should be drunk throughout the day. Also vegetable oils, for example tea tree oil or black cumin oil can be used.