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Cystitis

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Irradiation Cystitis - Trigonitis - Cystitis Cystica

General

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder. It is mostly caused by a bacterial infection of the urinary tract (UTI). It can also be caused by medications, hygiene products, radiation therapy, and long-term use of catheter. Cystitis occurs more often in women. Post-menopausal women, pregnant women and those who use of diaphragm are at higher risk. Untreated infection can lead to kidney infection, pyelonephritis.

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Signs & symptoms

Symptoms may include frequent urge to urinate, burning sensation during urination, hematuria (bloody urine) pelvic or abdominal pain or discomfort, back pain, and fever.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based on the patients symptoms and medical history. In addition, urine analysis including bacterial culture. A cystoscopy can be done to view the urinary tract or imaging, although these are usually not required for the first time.

Treatment

Antibiotics are usually prescribed for bacterial cystitis. Repeat infection may be treated by a more prolonged antibiotic treatment. It is important to drink plenty of fluids and keel hydrated.

Note

☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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