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Cystitis in women: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Many women suffer when the first symptoms of cystitis appear, they begin to treat themselves, consult with pharmacists in the pharmacy and buy sophisticated medications. They cannot even imagine what the consequences of such treatment may be without discovering the causes, type and form of the disease. To prevent complications of the disease, it is necessary to undergo proper diagnosis.

Cystitis is an inflammation of the urinary tract and the mucosa of the bladder. This disease is mostly female. It is caused by the structure of the urethra in women, which is shorter and wider than in men, so infection or penetration of harmful microorganisms occurs more frequently.

Cystitis according to ICD-10

According to the international classification of diseases, this type of inflammation belongs toclass XIV, Your code№30. 0.

According to the international classification of diseases, there are several forms of cystitis:

  1. Acute cystitis code No. 30. 0.
  2. Chronic (interstitial) code No. 30. 1.
  3. Chronic cystitis (other) code No. 30. 2.
  4. Trigonite code no. 30. 3.
  5. Radiation type of inflammatory process code No. 30. 4.
  6. Other forms of cystitis No. 30. 5.
  7. Unspecified cystitis No. 30. 6.

Each form of the inflammatory process requires individual treatment. Therefore, the disease must be diagnosed in a medical center and take medications recommended by a doctor.

Causes of cystitis in women

People suffer from this disease.30% women under 45 years old. The main reason for the inflammatory process is a special anatomical structure in which there is contact between the flora of the reproductive and urinary systems of women. Other reasons include:

  • Inadequate genital hygiene.
  • Passive (sedentary) lifestyle.
  • Stress.
  • Unbalanced diet.
  • Eat spicy and fatty foods.
  • The presence of chronic gynecological and venereal diseases.
  • Unprotected sexual relations.
  • Prolonged hypothermia.
  • Bladder injuries.
  • Changes in hormonal levels.
  • Reduced immunity.
  • Synthetic underwear.

The most common cause of bladder inflammation is infection from intestinal infections.

What bacteria cause inflammation?

Cystitis occurs due to infection with various pathogenic bacteria:

  1. Candida fungi.
  2. Escherichia coli.
  3. Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
  4. Gonococci.
  5. Ureaplasma.
  6. Mycoplasmas.
  7. Trichomonas.
  8. Chlamydia.
  9. enterobacteria.
  10. Treponema pallidum.
  11. Staphylococcus.
  12. Streptococci.
  13. Enterococcus.
  14. Meningococcus.
  15. Coliform microbes.
  16. Proteus.
  17. Salmonella.
  18. Virus.
  19. Listeria.
  20. Klebsiella.

The most common opportunistic bacteria that causes the acute stage of inflammation is Escherichia coli.

E. coli most often causes the development of cystitis in women.

The first signs of the disease in women

Within 24 hours, the first signs of illness appear after infection with pathogenic bacteria or hypothermia. These signs include:

  • Weakness.
  • Slight fever.
  • Frequent urination in small amounts.
  • Itching of the genitals.
  • Drawing pain in the lower abdomen at night.
  • Pain when urinating.
  • The appearance of discharge from the genitals.

The urine becomes cloudy with flaky sediment mixed with blood or pus.

One of the signs of cystitis in a woman is persistent pain in the lower abdomen.

Symptoms of cystitis in women

The main symptoms of the inflammatory process in women:

  1. Urine is released frequently and in small portions.
  2. Burning sensation when emptying the bladder.
  3. At night, frequent need to urinate.
  4. Cloudy urine mixed with mucus, blood and pus.
  5. Feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen.
  6. Urine has an unpleasant pungent odor.
  7. Persistent pain appears in the lower abdomen, kidneys and spine.
  8. Low body temperature.

If one or more symptoms are detected, it is necessary to undergo diagnosis to avoid complications or the development of urolithiasis.

A woman is worried about the symptoms of cystitis in the form of frequent and painful urination.

Urinary incontinence with cystitis in women.

Urinary incontinence in women with the disease is a sign.neglect of illness. The main reason is self-medication or unwillingness to visit a medical facility.

Urinary incontinence occurs due to development.inflammatory process after a bladder infection. The nerve endings in the walls of the bladder become irritated, causing a frequent urge to urinate. If treatment is inadequate or ignored, the urges become strong and can no longer be controlled.

Do your kidneys hurt with cystitis?

The kidneys are part of the urinary system and produce urea, which forms urine. Urine comes out through the ureters, accumulates in the bladder, and then comes out. If the inflammatory process in the bladder progresses, the infection ascends through the ureters to the kidney, which is why kidney pain occurs in cystitis.

If the pain in the kidneys begins to intensify after cystitis, this means that the patient is developing a disease - pyelonephritis. Therefore, if pain in the kidneys occurs, you should immediately consult a doctor for testing and diagnosis of the disease.

Types and forms of cystitis in women.

Modern medicine classifies cystitis depending on the nature of the disease, the causes of its occurrence, morphology, stage of development and spread of the inflammatory process. Cystitis can occur in the following forms:

  1. Spicy– inflammation of the bladder mucosa due to various infections.
  2. Chronic– It is differentiated from acute cystitis by the symptoms that disappear with its periodic appearance.
  3. interstitial– characterized by the formation of a malignant tumor on the walls of the bladder. This is a dangerous pathology that requires surgical intervention.
  4. honeymoon cystitis- This is a special way, typical for girls who begin to have sexual relations. During the defloration process, foreign bacteria penetrate the vaginal cavity, which provokes inflammatory processes.

Most experts identify the following types of cystitis:

  • InfectiousCystitis occurs due to the entry of harmful bacteria and microorganisms into the bladder.
  • Traumatica type of disease that occurs due to injuries and hematomas of the urethra.
  • ChemicalCystitis occurs when treated incorrectly or when the body is exposed to toxic substances.
  • Hemorrhagicthe species arises as a result of viral diseases.
  • hypercalceuricThe type occurs in women who suffer from kidney failure.
  • ParasiteThe species arises due to the penetration of parasites (worms) from the anus to the urethra.
  • SexualCystitis occurs in women who frequently change sexual partners.
  • RayCystitis occurs during procedures with radiation exposure to the body.
  • AllergicThis type occurs when allergens enter the body and can cause an inflammatory process.
  • CervicalCystitis is an inflammation of the neck of the bladder.
  • fungusthe species develops if there are Candida fungi in the body.
  • HormoneCystitis in women occurs with an increase in the level of estrogen in the body, which reduces immunity and facilitates the penetration of infection.

recurrent cystitis

Recurrent cystitis is an acute type of inflammation of the genitourinary organs that occursmore than 3 times in six months. Causes of recurrent type:

  1. Chronic non-compliance with personal hygiene rules.
  2. Genetic predisposition.
  3. Anatomical anomalies, such as dystopia.
  4. Narrowing of the urethra.
  5. Stones or sand in the bladder.
  6. Frequent change of sexual partners.
  7. Gynecological diseases.
  8. Constant hypothermia.

For the relapsing type of disease, treatment is the same as for acute cystitis.

Diagnosis

The doctor conducts an initial examination of the patient, collects a history and draws up a referral for testing:

  • General blood tests.
  • General urine analysis.
  • Bacteriological urine culture.
  • Vaginal microflora smear.
  • Ultrasound.
  • Cystography.
Ultrasound examination of the bladder can help diagnose cystitis in a woman.

Based on the test results, the doctor makes a diagnosis and prescribes appropriate treatment.

How long does it take to treat cystitis in women?

The doctor prescribes a course of treatment.at least 10-14 days. The duration of treatment will depend on the form and type of cystitis, as well as the likelihood of relapse. The inflammatory process is treated with medications in several stages. Self-medication can lead to complications, and treatment will take a long time.

Methods and medications for the treatment of cystitis in women.

If cystitis occurs, first of all it is necessary to visit a doctor and undergo a test to determine the cause of its occurrence.

To treat diseases of the genitourinary organs, antibiotics, herbal remedies, warm baths and folk remedies are prescribed. Treatment methods and dosage of medications are determined by the doctor.

During drug treatment, complex treatment with antibiotics, antispasmodics, probiotics, herbal medicines is carried out, and in case of severe pain, analgesics are prescribed.

During antibiotic treatment, the intestinal microflora suffers, so the doctor prescribes probiotics.

Medications for the treatment of cystitis antibiotics, probiotics, antispasmodics, medicinal herbs.

For severe spasms, antispasmodics are prescribed.

A doctor prescribes herbal medications to relieve inflammatory processes in the urinary system. These are preparations based on herbs and plant flowers that are effective in combating the inflammatory process. These include:

  • Lingonberry leaves.
  • Bearberry.
  • Products based on cranberry fruits and medicinal herbs.

Therapeutic baths will help relieve spasms and have an antibacterial effect. Decoctions, infusions and herbal oils are added to these baths:

  1. Chamomile flowers.
  2. Collection of herbs for the urinary system.
  3. Calendula.
  4. A series.
  5. Grass of San Juan.
  6. Eucalyptus oil.
  7. Lemon oil.
  8. Sage oil.
  9. Lavender oil.

For quick and effective treatment, complex therapy is carried out.

Is it possible to cure cystitis without antibiotics?

Treatment without antibiotics is prescribed only in the case of an acute type of disease; for your treatment,antispasmodic and antimicrobial medications. In most cases, the acute form becomes chronic, in which antibiotic treatment cannot be avoided.

Do you take sick leave due to cystitis?

Cystitis is a disease in which the inflammatory process develops rapidly. In the acute type of the disease, the body temperature often rises, indicating the need for bed rest, which means that it is necessary to issue a sick leave certificate.

In case of a chronic illness, sick leave is not issued, since the disease does not have pronounced symptoms. It should be remembered that for its treatment it is necessary to undergo diagnostic tests and procedures, which will also take time.

Consequences and complications.

This disease, in its acute and chronic forms, can be treated quickly and effectively, but if the treatment is carried out independently and incorrectly, the inflammation takes on other forms and complications arise that develop into other diseases. Such consequences and complications include:

  • Cystitis becomes interstitial, hemorrhagic and gangrenous.
  • Pyelonephritis.
  • Empyema of the bladder.
  • Paracystitis.
  • Trigonite.

The danger of complications is that new diseases arise in the body.

Prevention

To prevent the disease, it is important to follow the following rules and recommendations:

  1. Maintain the drinking regimen.
  2. Observe personal hygiene rules.
  3. Maintain a rest and sleep schedule.
  4. Dress for the weather.
  5. Eat healthy and balanced foods.
  6. Reject bad habits.
  7. Drink decoctions of diuretic herbs.
  8. Exercise.
  9. Take vitamins.

It is important to take care of your health, visit a doctor, timely diagnose diseases and take preventive measures.