Two common conditions that afflict women are yeast infections and cystitis (often called urinary tract infections). Cystitis results from bacterial infections. There can be some other causes at times including: medications, radiation or chemotherapy. Yeast infections occur when there is too much accumulation of yeast in moist and warm spots of the body. Too much bacteria can result in yeast infections. Antibiotics being used to treat other infections can also result in yeast related infections.Antibiotics and other medications are not always needed to treat cystitis or yeast related infections. The first thing a woman should do if she suspects she has either condition is to have it confirmed by a physician. This is the best way to ensure that there is not a more serious problem.
If you are suffering from cystitis drinking eight glasses of water or more per day can help to rid your body of the infection sooner. Drinking cranberry juice has also been shown in many cases to help treat and even prevent antibiotics. Eating yogurt and taking supplements with probiotics can often work to help speed up the process of getting rid of a yeast infection.
There are over-the-counter anti-fungal creams that are often effective when used to treat a yeast infection. Garlic tablets or adding garlic to your diet can actually help with both conditions. You can talk to an alternative medicine practitioner for details about herbs, teas and other natural remedies that can be used to treat some cases of cystitis and/or a yeast infection.
There are over-the-counter anti-fungal creams that are often effective when used to treat a yeast infection. Garlic tablets or adding garlic to your diet can actually help with both conditions. You can talk to an alternative medicine practitioner for details about herbs, teas and other natural remedies that can be used to treat some cases of cystitis and/or a yeast infection.
Remember that you will need to talk to one of your doctors before you try any natural treatments. This is the best way to make sure that the treatments cannot interact with any medications you take or health problems that you have.
Whenever possible you might want to try to treat a yeast infection or treat cystitis without using antibiotics or prescription medications. Antibiotics can lead to the formation of yeast infections. Prescription medications often have more side effects than natural remedies. It can never hurt to try natural remedies as long as you receive the go ahead form your doctor.
