Maybe you have experienced it before: When you urinate, it burns and hurts unpleasantly and you feel tired and weak. Behind this could be a Cystitis also known as Cystitis We will explain to you what causes the disease, what symptoms are typical and what can be helpful in the treatment.

A urinary tract infection is usually caused by bacteria Did you know that these usually come from the body's own intestinal or even vaginal flora and find their way through the urethra to the bladder? The result is a inflammation of the tissue and unpleasant accompanying symptoms. This can normally be prevented by drinking enough fluids and by the acidic environment of the vagina. 

Did you know that due to their anatomy, menstruating women are about four times more likely to suffer from cystitis than people who do not menstruate? In most cases, bacteria are the cause of cystitis.The urethra of menstruating women is very much shorter than those who do not menstruate, which is why menstruating women suffer from cystitis more often. Bacteria can get into the ureter and bladder much more quickly through a shorter urethra and cause havoc there.

You are curious and want to know more about the exact Symptoms a bladder infection? The most common symptoms of a bladder infection include persistent and sometimes painful urination and an unpleasant burning sensation in the ureter and/or bladder during urination. You have certainly already heard of these annoying symptoms in connection with the topic of bladder infection. But what about an advanced bladder infection? Here, symptoms such as blood in the urine can even appear and the pathogenic bacteria can ascend to the kidney. The consequence that can sometimes result from this: a Inflammation of the kidneys with very severe pain.

Would you like to know what you should avoid when you have a bladder infection and how you can prevent it? Attention, we will tell you about the most important things and Causes that you should know about in this context.

One of the most important points first: Excessive intimate hygiene can lead to a restriction of the healthy and protective lactic acid bacteria. Lactic acid bacteria have a particularly important task: They form a natural protective environment in the intimate area and help with the defense. Gently cleaning the intimate area with lukewarm water is therefore completely sufficient. Speaking of intimate care - take a look at our Blog post on this topic.

Another important point is toilet hygiene, which can be one of the causes of cystitis. When going to the toilet, make sure that the toilet paper is never moved from the back (anal area) to the front (vaginal area). This can cause bacteria that are good and useful in the intestines to penetrate the vagina, urethra and/or bladder and cause a lot of confusion.

Does the fact that sugary foods can promote bladder infections sound familiar to you? Sugar is one of the favorite meals of pathogenic bacteria and practically invites them to spread. In addition, a diet high in sugar promotes inflammation - this is counterproductive, especially if you already have a bladder infection. A balanced diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables, seeds, nuts, kernels and fiber, among other things, gives the body important nutrients to prevent inflammation and pathogenic bacteria.

You should also be careful with coffee and alcohol! These two culprits can cause the bladder mucosa to become more irritated and bacteria to multiply even more easily.

Another important tip from us: You've probably heard that sexual intercourse can promote the development of a bladder infection - but it doesn't have to. The easiest tip to implement is to empty the bladder as quickly as possible after sexual intercourse in order to flush out any bacteria that have entered the urethra/bladder. 

As we have already explained above, you should avoid alcohol and coffee if you have a bladder infection. Instead, you should Cranberry juice This miracle weapon is suitable for daily use as well as after sexual intercourse. Cranberry juice can work wonders here. Cranberries have a high content of secondary plant substances such as proanthocyanidins and anthocyanidins. These prevent the pathogenic bacteria from docking and nesting on the bladder wall. This means that they are flushed out more quickly when urinating without causing any major damage. But even alongside cranberry juice, the motto for both existing cystitis and as a preventative measure is: Stay hydrated! Drinking a lot is the most important thing. Drinking 2 liters of water throughout the day can help flush out your bladder and ureters.

Also, try to avoid the cold! You can do this particularly well by not sitting on cold surfaces, putting on dry clothes as soon as possible after swimming and keeping your feet warm. It is also a good idea to make sure that your kidneys and abdomen are always kept warm. Our cozy Taynie Heat Belt  can help particularly well, as you can use it in exactly the right place thanks to the practical Velcro fastener. Our heat belt is also an absolute winner when it comes to period pain.

Take it slowly! When treating a bladder infection, you should not burden your body with further stress, because it is already weakened. So make yourself comfortable on the sofa or bed and let your mind wander a little. To make your relaxing moment even more cozy, we would recommend our warm Sleeve blanket recommend. It's a great way to relax.

You can spice up your moment of relaxation with a homemade ginger tea. With its anti-inflammatory effect, ginger can be a real help during a bladder infection. 

In most cases, a bladder infection heals on its own and a visit to the doctor is not necessary. However, if you have severe pain, blood in your urine, kidney pain or are pregnant, you should consult a doctor as a precaution.  Pregnant people  are particularly susceptible to cystitis due to hormonal changes.