Content  : –  UTI ( Urinary Tract Infection )

Content  : –  UTI ( Urinary Tract Infection )

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra.

In Ayurveda, UTIs are often associated with an imbalance in the “Pitta” dosha, which governs heat and metabolism in the body. Excess heat or inflammation in the urinary tract can contribute to UTIs.

 

Types of UTI :-

• Cystitis (bladder) :- You might feel like you need to pee a lot, or it might hurt when you pee. You might also have lower belly pain and cloudy or bloody urine.
• Pyelonephritis (kidneys) :- This can cause fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, and pain in your upper back or side.
• Urethritis (urethra) :- This can cause a discharge and burning when you pee.

 

The symptoms of a UTI can include:

• Recurrent infections, especially in females.
• Kidney damage may occur due to untreated UTIs.
• Urethral narrowing in men.
• A burning feeling when you pee.
• A frequent or intense urge to pee, even though little comes out when you do.
• Cloudy, dark, bloody, or strange-smelling pee.
• Feeling tired or shaky.
• Fever or chills (a sign that the infection may have reached your kidneys).
• Pain or pressure in your back or lower abdomen.

 

Causes of UTI :-

As per Ayurveda, UTIs are clubbed under a broad term called ‘Mutrakrichha’ which includes kidney disorders and urinary tract infections. The imbalance within ‘Pitta Dosha’ results in these infections.

• Less intake of water
• Consumption of too hot, sour, or spicy foods.
• Tobacco and Alcohol usage.
• Suppressing the natural call. (Vega Dharana)
• Habit of retaining urine in the bladder for a longer duration.
• Overexposure to sunlight.
• Stress

 

Treatment and Management for UTI :-

Ayurvedic Herbs : –

Ayurvedic formulations and herbs make the treatment an effective one as it preserves normal pH which reduces the bacterial load. Herbs that are known for the management of such infections are:

Gokshura, Punarnava, Varuna, Guduchi, Bangshil, etc.

 

Also,

• Intake of spicy foods should be reduced as they can irritate the bladder lining making it difficult to urinate.
• Drink as much water as possible.
• Fresh lemon juice, coconut water, cranberry juice, orange juice, sugarcane juice, and pineapple juice are very beneficial.
• Probiotics such as curd and yogurt may help correct any imbalances caused by bacterial infections.
• Coriander drink will nourish and cool the urinary tract and accordingly flush out the toxins.
• One must be careful with personal hygiene, vaginal cleaning should be done properly, as proper cleaning reduces the chances of bacterial growth.
• Cotton and loose-fitting clothes and innerwear should be preferred.
• Use dry clothes after bath.
• During menstrual periods, women should practice good personal hygiene practices.
• Wipe from front to back after defecation.
• Urinate before and after sexual activity and properly maintain hygiene in your genital area.
• Do not hold the urge to urinate as it retains toxins in your system