Cystitis can worsen due to several factors, including dehydration, which leads to concentrated urine that irritates the bladder lining. Certain irritants, such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, and artificial sweeteners, may also exacerbate symptoms. Additionally, not fully emptying the bladder, frequent use of irritant hygiene products, or prolonged use of catheters can contribute to increased discomfort and inflammation. Stress and hormonal changes can also play a role in worsening cystitis symptoms.
There are two types of cystitis - bacterial cystitis and interstitial cystitis. Bacterial cystitis is caused by an infection in the bladder and is usually a one off occurence. The cause of interstitial cystitis is unknown but it is recognised that it often gets worse during ovulation, although the reason for this is not fully understood. It is possible that this could be what you have although there are a lot of different conditions which have similar symptoms and your doctor would be the best person to advise you.
Cystitis is more common in women due to their shorter urethra, which makes it easier for bacteria to travel to the bladder. In men, the longer urethra creates a greater distance for bacteria to travel, reducing the frequency of cystitis. Additionally, hormonal factors and differences in anatomy contribute to the higher prevalence of cystitis in women.
Cystitis is inflammation of the urinary bladder. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cystitis
Most bladder infections (cystitis) are caused by bacteria.
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To curing interstitial cystitis, you should keep to the food prohibitions strictly, such as avoiding eating spicy and stimulating food, no alcohol and cigarette. These are easy to make the condition worse. In addition to the diet, you should also take a proper treatment like herbal medicine named diuretic and anti-inflammatory pill. Good luck to you.
Inflammation of the bladder (caused by chronic low-grade bacterial cystitis
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder; urethritis is inflammation of the urethra or meatus.
Interstitial cystitis (IC) and acute cystitis are both conditions affecting the bladder, but they differ significantly in their nature and symptoms. Acute cystitis, commonly known as a urinary tract infection (UTI), is usually caused by a bacterial infection and is characterized by sudden onset of symptoms like pain, urgency, and frequent urination. In contrast, interstitial cystitis is a chronic, often idiopathic condition characterized by bladder pain, discomfort, and urinary urgency without a clear infectious cause. While acute cystitis typically resolves with antibiotic treatment, interstitial cystitis may require long-term management strategies.
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Cystitis is more commonly called a urinary tract infection or UTI. These infections can be cured with a variety of antibiotics.